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We are currently doing a survey on cancer in the Bullmastiff.  Should you wish to participate  kindly complete the  Cancer Survey and return to us at the fax or email indicated.  Kindly note that you should complete the form for ALL your bullmastiffs that have passed away - not only those that died of cancer - this way we will get a better picture of percentages. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Does your bullmastiff have a health problem?
Search these articles to see if you find a solution to help you identify the problem for discussion with your veterinarian.

Tub Time: How Much?

Curious whether you could get away with fewer trips to the Doggie Dunk? Surprisingly, how often you bathe your pooch depends more on your tolerance for doggie smells and dirt than on Fido's concept of personal hygiene. With regular brushing and combing, most dogs are happy with only an occasional shampoo. Even long-haired dogs can go 2 months or so without a bath. However, if your sensitivity is the issue, a bath every 2 or 3 weeks is fine, as long as you use a doggie shampoo that won't irritate your pet's thin skin or dry his coat. And rinse him several times to be sure there's no soap left behind

Reference: www.dogage.com

HD Issues

KUSA has sent the following documents regarding Hip and Elbow displaysia. Please read the following for the new FCI grading system procedures and appeals
 Kusa HD Scheme Appeal
Kusa HD Scheme Application and
 Kusa HD Scheme Explanation   
Decision making in HD  - a report by David Lidbetter
Unilateral Hip Dysplasia

KUSA accredited HD and ED scrutineers

Prof R M Kirberger
P O Box 72609
or courier 158 Caribaea Street
Lynnwood Ridge 0040
Tel/Fax 012 361 5335
E-mail: kirberger@icon.co.za

Dr L Sweers
P O Box 60924
Pierre van Ryneveld 0045
Tel 082 410 9923
E-mail: drsweers@gmail.com

Dr S L Fourie
PostNet Faerie Glen - Suite C326
Private Bag X18
Lynnwood Ridge 0040
Tel 073 734 1635
E-mail: vip@pop.co.za

Prof W Wagner
P O Box 1246
Hartebeespoort 0216
083 557 8833

Radiology specialists at the Faculty of Veterinary Science for radiographs
made at the Faculty.
Diagnostic Imaging Section
Faculty of Veterinary Science
Private Bag X04
Onderstepoort 0110
Tel 012 529 8108
Fax 012 529
E-mail: bev.olivier@up.ac.za