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Pems are listed as one of the most likely breeds of dogs to suffer from von Willebrand Disease. Having said that I personally know little about it among the Corgis and Corgi people I have been associated with - and some of these have been breeders.
The offspring MAY inherit this blood disorder from a parent who is affected. There are three types of vWD - one type can only be passed on if BOTH parents have the disorder. Another type is an antosomal recessive trait. Only a small proportion of vWD affected dogs have a severe problem. The condition can be managed.
Is the risk of breeding from a vWD affected male never worthwhile in any circumstances or is it acceptable as a considered risk.
I'll ask an internationally recognised Pem breeder.
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