In a message dated 98-02-27 15:48:00 EST, you write: << Just another one of those things to consider when breeding, and sort of illustrates that knowing the family history is helpful and may even save lives. >> Is there anyway to pre-detect this before breeding? This sounds horrible - can a vet test for this? Lara Spears Fayetteville, GA Realest1st@aol.com