I could type up huge amounts of information on the health issues of Standard Poodles, but it doesn’t get much more complete than the information supplied on the Poodle Club of American website. I encourage you to browse the PCA site, and thoroughly read the information there on health issues in poodles. Don’t let this information keep you from owning a poodle – these are just health problems that can appear in the breed, and things you should simply be aware of so that you can provide for the future health of your puppy. The typical certifications you will receive from Standard Poodle breeders will be eye certifications, SA testing, OFA testing ratings for hips/elbows, vWD testing, often thyroid screening. Some breeders may supply others, but these are most usual. Then it’s up to your good judgment, good research, and good questions to give you the best possible feeling you can have that you are dealing with an honest, reputable breeder before making the decision to purchase a puppy from that breeder. Ask as many questions as you need to satisfy yourself. Many breeders will also offer some form of limited health guarantee. In my personal opinion, a breeder who avoids answering direct questions about health issues should be crossed off your list. Having a health issue occur in a dog or its offspring is nothing to be embarrassed about - - continuing to breed that animal is. It is also irresponsible and contaminates the future of the breed. Poodle Club of America http://www.poodleclubofamerica.org/health.htm Health Issues in Poodles - Many issues concern poodle breeders today, some of which affect only one of the varieties and some which occur in the breed as a whole. Our site will provide some insight to the topics that are of concern to Poodle owners. o Addison's o Basic Genetics o Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (Bloat) o Cushings o Ear Care o Epilepsy o Hip Dysplasia o Hypothyroidism o Legg-Calve-Perthes o Patellar Luxation o PRA o Optic Nerve Hypoplasia o More Eye Health Links o Sebaceous Adenitis (SA) o Von Willebrand's disease (vWD) One way that you can make a difference with these issues is by giving to the PCA Foundation, which is working hard to further the understanding of the diseases, genetic anomalies and injuries which affect these dogs. Versatility In Poodles - VIP is a non-profit 501c-3 organization devoted to Poodles. Its primary purpose is to improve the health and promote the many talents of this remarkable breed. Poodle Health Registry - The non-profit Poodle Health Registry serves as a permanent international open registry for disease affecting poodles ... web design by kirada web design © aris standard poodles