After several years of participation, breeders reflect on what backscoring 40 dachshunds revealed. From unexpected results to reinforced confidence in established lines, these experiences are helping build a deeper understanding of how screening data can support responsible breeding decisions.
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The Dachshund Alliance was founded on the belief that collaboration creates stronger outcomes for the breed. By bringing together breeders, owners and supporters, we aim to encourage education, transparency and the sharing of knowledge and experience.
Through health initiatives, open discussion and community participation, the Alliance supports informed decision-making and a collective commitment to safeguarding the long-term health, welfare and future of dachshunds.
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Conformation showing remains an important part of evaluating breeding stock, providing an external assessment of structure, movement and breed type.
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Has backscoring influenced breeding choices in practice? Breeders are beginning to reflect on how screening results fit alongside pedigree, structure and temperament.
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As more breeders participate in backscoring, shared experiences are helping build a clearer understanding of how health screening can support responsible breeding decisions.
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Ch. Aashudna Magic Moments Romeo, 2021 – Owned & Bred by Heather Coles Birth year Dog Breed Gender Colour PRA Cord 1 SDMD Patellas Back Score : 1/2021 : Mini Smooth : Dog : Chocolate & Tan : Negative : Negative : 0 / 0 : Unknown Personality Morbi lobortis penatibus vulputate. Semper hendrerit bibendum
Ch. Dawnwood Muscari Harry, 2018 – Owned Michael Williams Birth year Dog Breed Gender Colour PRA Cord 1 SDMD Patellas Back Score : 3/2018 : Mini Smooth : Dog : Black & Tan : Negative : Negative : 0/0 : Grade 3 Personality Morbi lobortis penatibus vulputate. Semper hendrerit bibendum augue ligula maecenas. Sit massa
Ch. Aashudna Royal Isabella Delite Izzy, 2020 – Owned & Bred by Heather Coles Birth year Dog Breed Gender Colour PRA Cord 1 SDMD Patellas Back Score : 5/2020 : Mini Smooth : Bitch : Chocolate & Tan : Negative : Negative : 0/0 : Grade I Personality This elegant, athletic-looking girl is just stunning
Aashuda Love Is An Illusion Edweina, 2021 Birth year Dog Breed Gender Colour Breeder Owner Sire Dam : 6/2021 : Mini Smooth : Bitch : Perfect : Heather Coles : Heather Coles : Ch. Cogglyn Rocket Man : Aashudna Noble Norah Personality Morbi lobortis penatibus vulputate. Semper hendrerit bibendum augue ligula maecenas. Sit massa ipsum
