For anyone who wants to buy a Boerboel !
Before you buy a boerboel/pup keep in mind that there are several flaws / diseases in the breed boerboel are found.
That is why it is extremely important to do your homework well and to read a lot and inform yourself well before purchasing.
Boerboel International
| DEFECTS - ILLNESSES | DESCRIPTION |
| HD | Hip dysplasia |
| ED | Elbow dysplasia |
| Cruciate Ligament | Cruciate ligaments (torn), movement problems |
| Patella Luxation | Loose kneecap, movement problems |
| Epilepsy | Fear attacks, |
| Kinked Tail | Spinal problems |
| Eyes | Glaucoma, En- Ectropion, CMR1 |
| Skin | Demodex and other disorders |
| Wobbler | Movement, Neurological |
| Heart | DCM |
| Kidneys | Kidney failure, HUU Kidney stones. |
| Teeth | Extreme over- underbite, Missing teeth / molars |
| Inbreeding in % | As low as possible. High inbreeding can cause health problems. |
| Genetic Diversity in % | As high as possible. The average is 38.40% |
| Genetic Health Index | From 100 and up is better. From 100 and lower is worse |
DNA profiles + testing
Research pedigree / Research pedigree. Genetic Diversity / Genetic diversity (GD).
Genetic Health Index / Health index (GHI). Test coverages with defects and diseases.
Mate Select. Choosing a combination based on a.o. DNA with as theoretical result a genetically healthier puppy with a higher GHI than the parents. (Only possible if dogs are B.I.G.S. tested.) These complicated calculations are done by the laboratory and made transparent by Boerboel International to its members.
