Health

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Resources

CHIC Health Screening – A list of health tests which are considered of high importance for screening in our breed can be found on the OFA website at OFA.org

    The Czechoslovakian Vlcak is a hardy and healthy breed. Dogs should be checked for canine hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy and CERF (eye) tested prior to breeding. New owners should verify these results with their breeder before purchasing a puppy. Known cases of pituitary dwarfism exist but a genetic test is available.  Breeders should be aware of the Wright’s co-efficient of sire and dam prior to breeding, and breed for healthy genetic diversity. As a rare breed, it is very important that breeders limit the amount of line-breeding/inbreeding to preserve the health and genetic integrity of our breed. Vlcaks are a very energetic breed and benefit from a high-quality dog food that will provide them with the calories they need. That said, the vlcak is a lean breed, and should not carry much fat.