HEREDITARY DISEASE HEALTH GUARANTEE:

• CERF Testing - Canine Eye Registration Foundation - Genetic eye problems are common in almost all breeds of dogs.  A CERF test is performed by a certified veterinary opthalmologist.  During the test, the vet looks for approximately 25 different heritable eye defects.  A CERF rating of "Normal" means that no signs of any of the defects were found.  All Kalypso Kennels dogs have been CERF tested.  We offer a TWO YEAR guarantee against genetic eye defects which lead to blindness in one or both eyes.
• OFA Certification - Orthopedic Foundation for Animals - Hip Dysplasia (aka degenerative joint disease) is another common genetic disease found in most breeds of dogs.  OFA certification involves having a veterinarian take x-rays of the dogs hip joints.  The x-ray is then sent to OFA for evaluation and the dog is given a "grade".  OFA grades of Excellent, Good, and Fair are all considered normal, non-dysplastic grades.   OFA certification can not be done until a dog is 2 years old, although a preliminary evaluation can be done prior to that.  All Kalypso Kennels dogs are certified or have a preliminary evaluation.  We offer a TWO YEAR guarantee against hip dysplasia.
• vWD Testing - von Willebrand's Disease - vWD is a blood clotting disorder found in Pembroke Welsh Corgis.  A DNA test is available to determine if the dog is "Clear" (does not carry the gene), is a "Carrier" (has one copy of the gene), or is "Affected" (has two copies of the gene).  "Affected" dogs will have the disease.  Since "Carrier" dogs only have one copy of the gene, they do not have the disease, but can pass the gene on to their offspring.  As long as a "Carrier" is only bred to a "Clear" dog, then there is no chance of the offspring being "Affected".  All Kalypso Kennels Corgis have been DNA tested for vWD.  We offer a LIFETIME guarantee against affected vWD puppies.

CONTAGIOUS DISEASE HEALTH GUARANTEE:

• All Kalypso Kennels puppies will be vaccinated at 6 weeks of age.  New owners will need to get puppy boosters at 9 and 12 weeks of age or as otherwise recommended by your veterinarian.
• All Kalypso Kennels puppies will be dewormed every 2 weeks starting at 2-3 weeks of age.  New owners should follow a routine deworming schedule as recommended by your veterinarian.
• All puppies being shipped to new owners will come with a health certificate from a veterinarian.
• Kalypso Kennels guarantees all puppies to be free of contagious diseases when the buyer takes ownership of the puppy.  If, within 48 hours of purchase, it is determined by a licensed veterinarian that the puppy has a contagious illness, the buyer may return the puppy to Kalypso Kennels within 48 of the diagnosis for a full refund.  Proof of diagnosis will be required for a refund.  Kalypso Kennels shall not be responsible for any expenses, veterinary, travel, or otherwise, incurred by the buyer.

SPAY/NEUTER REFUND POLICY:

If you are purchasing a puppy as a companion or pet, Kalypso Kennels strongly recommends that you spay or neuter your puppy.  Spayed or neutered puppies make happier, more content pets, and there is less headache for you the owner!  To encourage our new owners to take this responsible step, Kalypso Kennels offers a Spay/Neuter Refund Policy.