Health & health screening
Spot the health problems dogs can face in their lifetime, plus health screening, DNA testing and inbreeding.
Caring for your dog day to day
Learn about the best way to take care of your dog, from grooming to vaccinations, to going on holiday.
What we do for dog health
We help improve dog's lives, now and in the future, via research, collaboration, resources & health schemes.
DNA Testing Services
The Royal Kennel Club DNA Testing Services offers a simple and cost-effective way to DNA test your dog.
Brachycephalic hub
Learn about health issues in flat-faced dogs, and what we're doing to improve the health of these breeds.
Information for vets
Helpful links and information that veterinary professionals may find useful.
Useful resources
Health and Care A to Z
Explore our A to Z of common dog health issues, with articles on all of the health and wellbeing concerns that may affect your dog during its lifetime.
Health Test Results Finder
Look up any Royal Kennel Club registered dog and see all available health information, DNA test results and screening scheme grades that we record.
Inbreeding Co-efficient
Our inbreeding calculators use all our pedigree records to calculate the degree of inbreeding for individual dogs or for the future puppies of two potential mates.
