The Bedlington Terrier Club of America recommend the following genetic screening tests.

• DNA test for Copper Toxicosis

• CERF exam within the past year - This is an eye test performed by a certified veterinary opthalmologist which covers all congenital and non-congenital eye diseases.

• OFFA patellar luxation evaluation after one year of age  - veterinarian

The latest report to come from the Bedlington Terrier Health Group in the UK suggest that there is growing evidence that another gene is involved in Copper Toxicosis and that further research is necessary. 

 www.bedlingtonterrierhealthgroup.org.uk for the full report.