[LoneWolf]

I wonder what happened to the Tweed Water spaniel? How often do breeds become extinct?

Thank you for the information

[mrandrei]

Originally Posted by LoneWolf

I wonder what happened to the Tweed Water spaniel? How often do breeds become extinct?

Tweed Water Spaniel has been extinct since the 1800s. I really have no idea why.

[kms1167]

very interesting!! i always thought Harley seemed very regal and distinguished

[Lara's mom]

Does anybody know why so many of this breed have hip dysplasia? A guy in my building bought a beautiful golden retriever pup from what was supposed to be a reputable breeder. She's only seven months old and has already been diagnosed. It isn't all that bad now but, who knows what the future will hold. I told him that he should inform the breeder immediately because the mother should be spayed. Is that correct?

[kms1167]

Originally Posted by Lara's mom

Does anybody know why so many of this breed have hip dysplasia? A guy in my building bought a beautiful golden retriever pup from what was supposed to be a reputable breeder. She's only seven months old and has already been diagnosed. It isn't all that bad now but, who knows what the future will hold. I told him that he should inform the breeder immediately because the mother should be spayed. Is that correct?

i think it has a lot to do with improper breeding practices as golden's became more and more popular. but many large dogs can be prone to hip dysplasia especially if they grow too big too quick.