Health

For over five decades, Gleanntan Kennels has been committed to making breeding decisions based on soundness of health and temperament. As science has advanced, specific health testing has become a valuable tool for breeders. We see the value of health testing our breeding stock to help us to make informed breeding decisions. We also recognize that specific health tests are of value to those who might consider incorporating a Gleanntan Skye into their own breeding programs.

  • Elbows (testing for elbow dysplasia or premature closure) - testing using the OFA grading system - at two years of age 

  • Patellas (testing for patella luxation) - testing using the OFA grading system - at one year of age

  • Temperament - We place a high emphasis on the temperament of the sire and dam, and particularly the dam when making breeding decisions.

  • Allergies - A chronically allergic dog is not suitable for breeding.


As of March 7, 2024, Skye Terriers bred by Gleanntan or owned by Gleanntan (and bred by others) comprise 24 test records (18 Skyes) in the OFA Database.


Health test results (added as tests are completed):

CH. Gleanntan My Fair Lady - “Ellie”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL44F32-P-VPI) - date of report: January 8, 2024
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA42/32F/P-VPI) - date of report: December 22, 2023
OFA database link: https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2511061

CH. Gleanntan Across the Sea - “Cami”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL43F45-P-VPI) - date of report: January 8, 2024
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA41/45F/P-VPI) - date of report: December 22, 2023
OFA database link: https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2511059

GCHB. Gleanntan Graceful Dancer - “BeBe”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL38F49-P-VPI) - date of report: November 28, 2022
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-EL38F49-P-VPI) - date of report: October 24, 2022
OFA database link: https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2405627

CH. Gleanntan Ocean of Light - “Sunny”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL32F83-VPI) - date of report: September 8, 2021 
Patellas - 1/0
OFA database link: https://www.ofa.org/advanced-search?f=sr&appnum=2290700

CH. Gleanntan Prince Albert - “Albert”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL33M35-VPI) - date of report: September 20, 2021
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA31/35M/P-VPI) - date of report: September 14, 2021
OFA database link: https://www.ofa.org/advanced-search?f=sr&appnum=2292360

GCHS. Gleanntan’s Sure Shot Greyjoy - “Archer”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL24M27-VPI) - date of report: May 31, 2019
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA26/27M/P-VPI) - date of report: May 28, 2019
OFA database link: https://www.ofa.org/advanced-search?f=sr&appnum=2057013

CH. Gleanntan Thistle Dew At Argent, CGC, RN - “Andrew”
Hips - GOOD (SYT-29G44M-VPI) - date of report: June 20, 2018
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA25/44M/P-VPI) - date of report: June 12, 2018
OFA database link: https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=1974622

GCHS. Dexter Jetser Bohemia Skywalker - “Dexter”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL20M37-VPI) - date of report: September 24, 2015
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA21/37M/P-VPI) - date of report: September 22, 2015
OFA database link: http://www.offa.org/display.html?appnum=1754341#animal

GCHB. Gleanntan First Lady of the Skyes - “Amelia”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL19F44-VPI) - date of report: September 24, 2015
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA20/44F/P-VPI) - date of report: September 22, 2015
OFA database link: http://www.offa.org/display.html?appnum=1754339#animal

CH. Gleanntan Thoroughly Modern Moxie - “Moxie”
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA19/21F/P-VPI) - date of report: April 27, 2015
OFA database link: http://www.offa.org/display.html?appnum=1715958#animal

CH. Finnsky Gladiator - “Tony”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL4M33-NOPI) - date of report: June 3, 2008
Patellas - 1/1
OFA database link: http://www.offa.org/display.html?appnum=1324504#animal

GCHB. Gleanntan Glindathegoodwitch - “Glinda”
Elbows - NORMAL (SYT-EL5F45-NOPI) - date of report: June 3, 2008
Patellas - NORMAL (SYT-PA8/45F/P-NOPI) date of report: June 3, 2008
OFA database link: http://www.offa.org/display.html?appnum=1324502#animal

Animal Health Trust (AHT) Skye Terrier Research: At the beginning of February 2016, Gleanntan submitted DNA samples to the Animal Health Trust (AHT) to participate in the research being conducted through The Skye Terrier Club (U.K.) Skye Terrier Health Committee:

GCHB. Gleanntan Glindathegoodwitch
GCHB. Gleanntan First Lady of the Skyes
CH. Gleanntan Glorious Legacy
CH. Gleanntan Everybody Loves Lucy
CH. Gleanntan Oh My Goodness
GCHB. Gleanntan Gaelforce
CH. Gleanntan IHopeUDance
CH. Gleanntan Ocean of Light
GCHS. Dexter Jetser Bohemia Skywalker
Ch. Finnsky Gladiator