Health
Relative to other breeds, the Alaskan Klee Kai has been remarkably free of genetic defects.
However, some health conditions linked to the breed include:
- Juvenile Cataracts
- Liver Disease
- Extreme Shyness
- Factor VII Deficiency
- Pyometra
- Luxating Patella
- Cryptorchids
- Cardiac Issues including PDA
- Thyroid disease-including autoimmune thyroiditis
The breed may suffer from other health issues that have yet to be discovered because of the breeds relatively young age and small gene pool.
Responsible Alaskan Klee Kai breeders have their dogs health tested and registered with OFA for Cardiac, Patellas, and Thyroid. They are now accepted by CHIC also, if they have passed their OFA exams and eye exam by CERF.
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