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The Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America, Inc. takes the health of its Flat-Coats very seriously. Health Concerns for Flat-Coated Retrievers include cancer, hip dysplasia, and luxating patellas. The Sharon Myres Health Committee was organized in 1995 to improve the genetic health of Flat-Coated Retrievers. As a result of the committee's efforts, the FCRSA is taking several steps to improve the health of our breed.

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AKC Canine Health Foundation

2007 National Parent Club Canine Health Conference
St. Louis, Missouri - October 19–21, 2007

BetterBred

The Premiere DNA-Based Breed Management Method…Learn More!

Important Health Contacts

Contact a team member…here!

UK Flat-Coat Database

The FCRSA has approved joining the UK Flat Coat database…Read More!

Assessing Genetic Diversity

A new test is available for flat-coated retrievers to assess Genetic Diversity…Learn More!

Breen & Modiano Lab Canine Cancer Study (Hemangiosarcoma, Lymphoma & Osteosarcoma)

Veterinarian Info – Procedures for Enrollment

Ostrander Study (Malignant Histiocytosis/Histiocytic Sarcoma only)

Veterinarian Information for Ostrander Study

Dr. Breen Studies: Soft Tissue Sarcomas and Histiocytic Malignancies

Informed Consent for Participants & Submission Instructions

Dr. Breen Studies: Lymphoma, Osteosarcoma, Hemangiosarcoma, Melanoma, Mast Cell Tumor, Bladder & Prostate Cancers

Informed Consent for Participants & Procedures for Enrollment

Canine Genome Project - Ostrander Lab

Consent for Blood Sample Donation & Instructions for Sending Blood Samples

DNA Bank

Consent Form & Health Update Form

Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)

To promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease…Read More! FAQ regarding OFA Eye Certification Registry

Optigen

Free testing for PRA Affected Purebred Dogs

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The Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America is committed to protecting and advancing the interests of the breed through health, education, research, responsible breeding and rescue.

About the Flat-Coated Retriever

A determined hunting dog with a small head and mouth can retrieve a large bird, but will not be able to hold it as gently and securely and retrieve repetitively with as much stamina and longevity as the dog with the long head, long muzzle and large, strong jaws.

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