Legend

To make provided information more streamlined but still easily available, some abbreviations and codes have been created and used. This will range from colors, health, and genotypes. Throughout the activity of the program, with the advancement of genetic testing and breed standards, more may be added.

Colors
BK/WT - indicates primarily a black and white coat
GY/WT - indicates primarily a gray and white coat
RD/WT - indicates primarily a red and white coat


Genotype
B Locus
BB - does not carry the red color gene
Bb - carries the red color gene, but does not express it
bb - has a red coat

E Locus
EE - does not carry the all-white coat gene
Ee - carries the all-white coat gene, but does not express it
ee - has an all-white coat, which is a disqualification in the conformation ring

L Locus (Coat Length)
ShSh - has a standard-length coat
ShLh - carries the longhair coat gene and may express as a thicker "plush" standard coat
LhLh - has a longhair coat, which can be a serious fault if it obscures the outline of the body


CFVII
Canine Factor VII Deficiency (CFVII) is a hereditary recessive disorder that affects the coagulation of blood (blood clotting) that results in an increased risk of excessive bleeding after injury or surgery. While it is not fatal on its own, it can cause complications and make trauma and medical procedures more serious. This genetic disorder may have found its way into the Klee Kai genepool with the Alaskan Husky foundation stock prior to testing being available. However, now that it can be tested for, breeding pairs can be selected carefully to avoid the development (and ultimately elimination) of the disorder within the breed.
Clear - does not have the disorder and does not risk the inheritance of the disorder to offspring
Carrier - carries the gene for the disorder but will not be affected by it (will require a pairing with a CFVII clear partner to avoid risk of offspring developing it)
Affected - has the disorder and should not be used for breeding


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Documents & Guides

Aspen Veil utilizes diversity testing of our dogs through the UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory. We can continuously observe trends within the Alaskan Klee Kai genepool and assure we pursue a lower inbreeding coefficient. Ultimately, a more diverse genepool will result in healthier dogs with stronger immune systems and less genetic issues. Our dogs' tests results are listed under the documents section in their profiles and serves as an aide for determining breeding pairs. Refer to this guide for understanding the posted results.