Hello. Welcome to my website.
The aim of this site is to tell the story of my campaign to improve the health of pedigree dogs by raising awareness of the problems and trying to bring about change.
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I believe the current self-regulatory system of dog breeding has resulted in unacceptable levels of genetic disease in many of our dog breeds. It has also allowed selection for exaggerated physical traits which impact on a dog's quality of life.
I believe there is an overwhelming need for reform of the dog breeding system with better regulation and a clear priority given by the Government, Welfare Organisations, Kennel Club, breed clubs, individual breeders and pet owners, to genetic health and welfare.
My own experience of these problems comes from owning two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, a breed with a number of inherited diseases. The two most serious and widespread being Chiari-like Malformation Syringomyelia (CM/SM) and Mitral Valve Disease (MVD).
I hope you will find the information here interesting, helpful and inspiring. I hope you will join me in working for a better world for pedigree dogs.