Manchester Health
Maintaining the health and longevity of the Manchester Terrier—both Standard and Toy—is a priority for responsible breeders, owners, and enthusiasts. This pages outlines recommended health screenings for Standard and Toy Manchester Terriers, along with articles and updates on breed-specific health concerns. Whether you're a breeder or owner, these resources support informed care and long-term wellness.
Standard Manchester Terrier
Required
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von Willebrand’s Disease
DNA-based vWD test from an approved lab; results registered with the OFA -
Autoimmune thyroiditis
OFA evaluation from an approved laboratory -
Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Ophthalmologist
Results registered with OFA -
Cardiac Evaluation
Congenital Cardiac Exam, Advanced Cardiac Exam, Basic Cardiac Exam
Congenital Deafness OFA evaluation based on BAER test
Recommended
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Legg-Calve-Perthes
OFA Legg-Calves-Perthes Evaluation -
Juvenile Dialated Cardiomyopathy
DNA based JDC test from an approved lab -
Xanthinuria type 2A
DNA based XUa2 test from an approved lab -
Patellar Luxation OFA evaluation, minimum age 1 year
Toy Manchester Terrier
Required
-
von Willebrand’s Disease
DNA-based vWD test from an approved lab; results registered with the OFA -
Autoimmune thyroiditis
OFA evaluation from an approved laboratory -
Legg-Calve-Perthes
OFA Legg-Calves-Perthes Evaluation -
Juvenile Dialated Cardiomyopathy
DNA based JDC test from an approved lab -
Xanthinuria type 2A
DNA based XUa2 test from an approved lab
Recommended
-
Patellar Luxation OFA evaluation, minimum age 1 year
-
Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Ophthalmologist
Results registered with OFA -
Cardiac Evaluation
Congenital Cardiac Exam, Advanced Cardiac Exam, Basic Cardiac Exam