Fecundity, generic
Also known as: Fertility · Litter size genetics · Fruchtbarkeit · Wurfgröße · Canine fecundity · …
Overview
What it is
This refers to a dog's genetic predisposition regarding reproductive capacity, specifically fertility and litter size. It involves the complex biological mechanisms of the reproductive system, determining how easily a dog can conceive and carry a pregnancy to term. It is not a disease, but rather a genetic variation affecting reproductive efficiency.
How it presents
Owners typically notice this during breeding age, usually starting around one to two years of age, when a dog fails to conceive or produces unusually small litters. Outside of breeding, affected dogs are completely healthy and show no physical symptoms or changes in daily behavior.
Treatment
This genetic predisposition cannot be cured, but it does not require medical treatment for the dog's own well-being. Management is limited to veterinary breeding consultations, fertility testing, or timing of mating, with typical costs ranging from 0 to 500 EUR.
How it's tested
Zuchttauglichkeitsuntersuchung(ZTU)
Primary testClinical examEine umfassende klinische und gyn$kologische oder andrologische Untersuchung zur Bewertung der Fruchtbarkeit, oft inklusive Ultraschall der Fortpflanzungsorgane und Spermiogramm beim R$den.
Issuing body: vet
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
2 of 2 breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Fecundity, generic?
This refers to a dog's genetic predisposition regarding reproductive capacity, specifically fertility and litter size. It involves the complex biological mechanisms of the reproductive system, determining how easily a dog can conceive and carry a pregnancy to term. It is not a disease, but rather a genetic variation affecting reproductive efficiency.
How is Fecundity, generic tested?
Tests currently in our database: Zuchttauglichkeitsuntersuchung.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Rottweiler, Lagotto Romagnolo.