News
BHF Recommends Changing The Cardiac CHIC Requirement
BHF put forth a proposal to change the cardiac test required for a CHIC certification. After consultation with cardiologists from around the country we made the recommendation that the advanced cardiac exam (echocardiogram) not the basic cardiac exam (auscultation) should be required for a CHIC certification for Bouviers. To read more information about our recommendations to the ABdFC board, click here.
The following are additional links to the scientific literature used in this proposal.
“Genetics of Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis in Dogs” Dissertation by E. Ontiveros UC Davis 2021, Chapter 5- P. 142 to 163 “Whole Genome Sequencing Identifies a Missense variant in the Stabilin-1 (STAB1) Gene associated with a Familial Subvalvular Subaortic Stenosis in the Bouvier des Flandres Dog.
CDC Bans Import of Dogs Less Than 6 Months Old
The CDC has announced an administrative rule banning the importation of dogs under 6 months of age. The rule goes into effect August 1, 2024.
Here is the AKC’s full recap of the rule: AKC CDC Rule
NO HOT DOGS!
Learn how to keep your dogs cool and avoid overheating in the hot weather.
Read article here.
Continued Glaucoma Research with
University of Missouri
BHF is currently developing a research project with the Canine Genetic Diseases Laboratory at the University of Missouri. This project will “piggyback” on the prior glaucoma research that was initiated at the University in 2007- 2012 with the late Dr. Gary Johnson. The 400+ bouvier blood (now stored as DNA) samples from those years are being re-analyzed with the newer genome technology. The BHF has been helping the Laboratory develop questionnaires and to begin tracking some of those participants and their offspring. We are also coordinating an exciting new study with them that will analyze DNA from Bouviers who currently have glaucoma. Please contact the BHF if you have a Bouvier with Glaucoma and would be willing to have your dog participate in this important study. This project is also in need of locating 10 years or older Bouviers with no history of eye diseases to participate. Here is the BHF glaucoma research proposal.
Discounted Health Testing
BHF will again be providing discounted health testing at the National Specialty scheduled for September 2-8th, 2025 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. BHF will supplement the cost of echocardiograms and heart auscultations test so that the cost to the owner will be significantly discounted.Eye tests will also be discounted. AKC DNA profile cheek swabs will be available as well.
Watch this space for updates on BHF’s plans for next year’s specialty in Cheyenne.
New Bouvier Apparel and Accessories
BHF has introduced a new Bouvier shirt and tote bag design. Go to our merchandise link and support the BHF now! This is the link to the new shirt and the design:
https://www.bonfire.com/store/bouvier-health-foundation/
Use the QR code pictured here to go straight to our site.
New Facebook Page
BHF now has a new and improved Facebook experience for all of you who love Facebook. Our new Facebook administrator, Nikky Brudner wants to welcome your contributions and participation on our Facebook page.