Take it for what it's worth, from a guy who has tried a ton of health problems on for size in the hope of perpetuating the best of said dog......most times, it don't work out and is not worth it.

I'm not trying to discourage anyone, but the fact is, dogs who throw health problems really shouldn't be bred unless there is a level of positive that is truly, extremely unique. To be honest, there's not that much of that category out there as much as some may try to sell that there is.

There are too many very good animals out there with little to zero health issues or behavioral problems to use instead of dogs that will perpetuate a problem. Life is too short.

With that being said, I did just happen to pick up an outstanding bitch, in her day, who has a pretty severe gum disease problem. However, that's not something that should pass along, but rather is something environmental. LOL....SO, I guess I'm still out there trying to create or re-create that something special too. However, I've been burned BAD with the mange stuff so I stay very far away clear with that stuff now.

Good topic of discussion.