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Kitaco Kennels
- Dec 30, 2021
- 5 min
Dem Bones - Kitaco now hip scoring all breeding dogs
The aim of hip scoring is to discover what our dogs have in store for them as they get older and to improve the hips of puppies to come
Kitaco Kennels
- Nov 22, 2021
- 2 min
Kitaco pups in La Trobe Uni study
ARG asked us to complete a survey about our breeding practices & we have now been invited to take part in the Phase 2 of their study
Kitaco Kennels
- Nov 10, 2021
- 6 min
Heartbreak of the One Ball Wonder
Of all the health outcomes we can't yet predict in breeding, Cryptorchidism, where a testicle fails to descend is the most heartbreaking
Kitaco Kennels
- Sep 14, 2021
- 3 min
Chihuahua Uglies - 5 Key Questions Answered
What are the 'Uglies" and what do they mean?
Kitaco Kennels
- Sep 2, 2021
- 2 min
The Danger Lurking in Dogs' Water Bowls
Dogs’ water bowls are a breeding ground for dangerous germs, a 2018 Hartpury University study proves, and some are way worse than others.
Kitaco Kennels
- Aug 24, 2021
- 3 min
What breeders of Merle Chihuahuas won't tell you
Merles are the newest trend to hit Chihuahuas with devastating consequences.
Kitaco Kennels
- Aug 24, 2021
- 2 min
The persisent myth of the Teacup Chihuahua
One of the most pervasive Chihuahua myths is the existence of the "teacup" Chihuahua.
Kitaco Kennels
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min
Kitaco & Petplan partnership protects pups for life*
From July 2021, Kitaco will include a full year of the Petplan Classic 1 Policy, valued at more than $500 in the price of our puppies
Kitaco Kennels
- Jun 25, 2021
- 2 min
Study Proves DNA not CH Title is the Best Breeding Guide
"Breeding Winners to Winners and the Unhappy Results (Part 1)" by Dr Carmen L Battaglia, is the featured article in this month's Canine Chro
Kitaco Kennels
- May 19, 2021
- 3 min
DNA Testing for Cryptorchid Dogs is on the Horizon
Having a dog with one or both testicles retained (cryptorchidism) is one of the most common congenital defects in all purebred dogs, especia
Kitaco Kennels
- Mar 31, 2021
- 4 min
4 Years in NZ - A love letter to GR CH, GR JNR CH, CACIB, NZ CH Mystic Legion Narcissus
It was a harrowing time at the airport, 4 years ago today, while we waited for the freight people at Air NZ to bring out our very first...
Kitaco Kennels
- Dec 13, 2020
- 3 min
The fascinating science of coat genetics
Although we do not breed for colour, understanding coat genetics is a powerful tool in managing the health of our puppies
Tracey Tonkin
- Dec 28, 2019
- 2 min
Chocolate Toxicity Calculator
Narci would chop off a leg and gladly hand it over in exchange for a slab of Whittaker’s Almond Gold. Sadly, chocolate is toxic to dogs
Kitaco Kennels
- Nov 29, 2019
- 2 min
The DNA that divides Chihuahuas and Great Danes
Scientists have identified a genetic marker that could explain why a Chihuahua is so much smaller than a Great Dane
Kitaco Kennels
- Nov 25, 2019
- 1 min
Discovering the secrets lurking in pedigrees
Although not our breed, the data mined through researching pedigrees is astonishing and it is well worth a read
Reprinted from BSAVA
- Jan 31, 2019
- 3 min
Study reveals powerful long-term impact of DNA tests on dog diseases
Our research highlights the fantastic work that has already been carried out by those breeders and breed clubs that have been utilising and
