The EACA
has recently established a Rough Collie DNA Archive at the KC’s Genetic
Centre at the Animal Health Trust. The Archive is available for all Rough
Collie breeders to make use of. DNA samples (cheek swabs) are stored in the
archive until such time as they may be required for research into some health
issue or other. All the AHT asks is a small donation of £5.00 for each dog’s
DNA submitted, to cover the cost of administration. Storage of DNA is FREE!
Swab kits
can be collected (with instructions for use) from any of the EACA’s shows and
events. Further information can be found on the health pages of the EACA’s web
site c/o www.collienet.com.