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Breeder workshop for healthier dogs

Improving the future of pedigrees with shared vision

Breeding for the Future workshops are to be run by the Kennel Club, in order to help reduce the risks of inherited disease and protect biodiversity.

Taking place each day at the Welsh Kennel Club Champion Dog Show, which is being held at the Royal Welsh Showground in Powys, the topical workshops are hoped to improve future health of pedigree dogs.

They will be held at both 11.30am and 2.30pm each day from August 16 to 18 and are set to be popular.

Anyone that is interested in dog breeding is welcome to attend the workshops free-of-charge, for an insight into the latest information, health tools and resources on the subject.

"The Kennel Club is dedicated to continually improving the health of pedigree dogs," said Aimee Llewellyn, health specialist for the organisation.

"I am looking forward to meeting breeders who share our vision and are doing all they can to make their breed the healthiest it can be."

Ms Llewellyn added that breeders are invited to explore the latest Kennel Club online services and learn more about how to make the best use of DNA test results, Kennel Club/British Veterinary Association Health Schemes and the various tools on Mate Select – including the Inbreeding Calculator.

Email Susan Sampson to book a seat in advance for the Breeding for the Future workshop, or visit the Kennel Club stand at the show for more information.

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