Learn how to spot the health problems dogs can face in their lifetime, plus health screening, DNA testing and inbreeding.
Health and dog care
As a dog owner, taking care of your dog's health and well-being should be your top priority. Whether you're a dog owner or a breeder, learn more about the work we do for dog health and how you can ensure your dog lives a long, happy and healthy life.
Learn about day-to-day care of your dog; from grooming to vaccinations and going on holiday.
We help improve the lives of dogs, now and in the future, through research, collaboration, resources and health schemes.
Learn about health issues in flat-faced dogs and what we're doing to improve the health of these increasingly popular breeds.
Useful resources
Health and Care A to Z
Explore our A to Z of common dog health issues. Here you'll find a number of articles on health and well-being issues that may affect your dog during its lifetime.
Health Test Results Finder
Look up any 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.