Have puppies been checked repeatedly for Dermoid Sinus?
This is a problem in the breed and should be of utmost concern to a breeder. Make certain the breeder understands Dermoid Sinus and has been checking the puppies. Yandisa Answer – I have been fortunate thus far to have only bred or co-bred one puppy with a dermoid. I would not presume, however, that it would not happen and diligently check them on a daily basis. I also have other experienced Ridgeback breeders check them when possible. How are Dermoid Sinus puppies dealt with? D.S. puppies should either be humanely euthanized or may possibly have D.S. surgically removed and be placed in a spay/neuter pet home. Yandisa Answer – If I were to find a dermoid on a puppy I bred, I would keep the puppy until it is old enough for surgery (8-9 weeks) and have the surgery performed to remove the dermoid by a vet experienced with that type of surgery. Since approx 98% of them are operable, the prospects are usually very good that it will be successful. Dermoid surgery is now more commonly perform
