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The Jack Russell Terrier Research Foundation
Breeder's Straw Poll
The Jack Russell Terrier Research Foundation
In spring of 2004 Breeders were informally polled to find out which genetic diseases concerned them most.
























As time goes by similar polls may be taken and the results will be reported on this website.


Cataracts (all types)
40
Deafness
31
Primary Lens Luxation
29
Ataxia
26
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
25
Legg Perthes
20
Luxating Patellas
19
Epilepsy
13
Glaucoma
7
As time goes by similar polls may be taken and the results will be reported on this website.