Rules and Regulations for breeding
Special regulations for Chihuahua pedigree registration
- Eye examination. Every Chihuahua must be through an eye examination with the Icelandic Kennel Club before mating. The examination is valid for 13 months.
- Patella luxation. Every Chihuahua must have its patella's checked before mating. The check is valid for 1 year unless the dog is over 2 years of age, then the check is valid for life.
- Merle. Litters from merle Chihuahua's will not be registered with the Icelandic Kennel Club.
The Icelandic Kennel Club recommends that females shall not be used in breeding before they reach min 24 months of age.
- Eye examination. Every Chihuahua must be through an eye examination with the Icelandic Kennel Club before mating. The examination is valid for 13 months.
- Patella luxation. Every Chihuahua must have its patella's checked before mating. The check is valid for 1 year unless the dog is over 2 years of age, then the check is valid for life.
- Merle. Litters from merle Chihuahua's will not be registered with the Icelandic Kennel Club.
The Icelandic Kennel Club recommends that females shall not be used in breeding before they reach min 24 months of age.