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If you breed a blood type B queen to a blood type A stud, you risk losing the entire litter shortly after birth. Learn why this happens and what you can do to avoid the problem.
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Jeanne O’Donnell of Donegal Himalayans invites all breeders of Persians and Exotic Shorthairs to join in the fight to discover a DNA test for HCM in Persians & Zots.
Cat breeders can be confused about the subject of DNA testing for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). As of February 2023, several different DNA tests for HCM in cats are available: one for Maine Coons, one for Ragdolls, and one for Sphynx. These tests are breed specific, therefore can not be used to detect genetic HCM in other breeds of cats.
If your cat needs to have a culture done that includes a swab of its throat or cheeks, some precautions are necessary.