Kelpie, cattle dog, terrier: reading breed profiles
How to read an Australian breed profile when your dog carries the MDR1 mutation: kelpie, cattle dog and terrier, and what each asks of an owner.
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Reading Wildlife Signs on a Coastal Dog Walk
How to tell a grey kangaroo from a wallaby, spot wombat burrows and droppings, and identify kookaburra, rosella and black cockatoo calls on a coastal walk with
Read their storyShowing an MDR1 Herding Breed in Canada
What a Canadian conformation weekend asks of a dog carrying the MDR1 mutation: grooming products, travel, and the health paperwork a club or judge may request.
Read their storyHip Dysplasia in an MDR1 Dog: Choosing Pain Relief That Will Not Backfire
A herding breed with hip dysplasia may need years of pain control. Here is which drugs stay safe with the MDR1 mutation and which ones deserve a second question.
Read their storyMDR1 Is Not the Only Test: Genetic Screening Every Herding Breed Owner Should Know
MDR1 gets the attention in this community, but a herding breed's screening panel covers more: PRA, collie eye anomaly, degenerative myelopathy, hips and elbows.
Read their storyHow the MDR1 Mutation Actually Works: P-glycoprotein and the Blood-Brain Barrier
Understand the biology behind every drug warning on this site — what ABCB1 does, how the broken pump lets toxins into the brain, and why dose changes everything.
Read their storyAccidental Ivermectin Poisoning in Herding Dogs: Horse Paste, Cattle Dewormer and Manure
The heartworm dose of ivermectin is safe. The real killer is accidental high-dose exposure on farms. Here's how much is dangerous and what to do in the first hour.
Read their storyThe WSU Problem Drug List Decoded: Every Medication MDR1 Owners Should Question
A plain-English guide to the Washington State University MDR1 problem drug list, sorted into three buckets you can actually use at the vet.
Read their storyUnderstanding Your MDR1 Test Results: What Mutant/Mutant vs Mutant/Normal Really Means
Your lab says mutant/mutant, mutant/normal, or normal/normal. Here is what each MDR1 genotype actually means for real-world drug dosing.
Read their storyAnxiety Medications and MDR1: What Herding Breed Owners Need to Know Before Treating Fear
Acepromazine, trazodone, fluoxetine — anxiety drugs are common in herding breeds. But some are dangerous for MDR1-affected dogs. Here's a complete guide to safe options.
Read their storyPreparing for Surgery: An MDR1 Owner's Complete Pre-Operative Guide
When your MDR1-affected dog needs surgery, preparation can mean the difference between a safe recovery and a life-threatening reaction. Here's everything you need to plan before the operating room.
Read their storySafe Deworming for Herding Breeds: The Complete Guide to Parasite Control Without MDR1 Risk
Internal parasites are a real health threat. So is using the wrong dewormer in an MDR1-affected dog. Here's how to handle both safely.
Read their storyExplaining MDR1 to Family Members, Dog Sitters, and Everyone Else Who Loves Your Dog
You know about MDR1. But what about your partner, your parents, your dog sitter? Here's how to transfer this potentially life-saving information to everyone in your dog's circle.
Read their storyMDR1 in Senior Herding Dogs: Managing Drug Sensitivity as Your Dog Ages
Older herding breeds face more medications, more procedures, and more health challenges — and MDR1 risk doesn't decrease with age. Here's how to protect your senior dog.
Read their storyMDR1 and Your Dog's Care Team: What Boarders, Groomers, and Daycares Need to Know
Your vet knows about MDR1. But what about the people who care for your dog when you're away? Here's how to protect your herding breed outside the veterinary setting.
Read their storyHow to Talk to Your Vet About MDR1 Without Damaging the Relationship
You need your vet to take MDR1 seriously. Here's exactly how to have that conversation — what to say, what to bring, and how to handle it if they push back.
Read their storyWhen Your MDR1 Dog Faces Cancer: Chemotherapy, Pain Management, and What to Ask
A cancer diagnosis is devastating. When your herding breed has MDR1 sensitivity, treatment decisions become even more complex. Here's what you need to know.
Read their storyMDR1 in Puppies: What Every Breeder and New Owner Needs to Know
When should you test a puppy for MDR1? What medications are most dangerous in the first year? How responsible breeders handle MDR1 disclosure.
Read their storySedation and Anesthesia in MDR1 Dogs: What You Must Tell Your Vet Before Surgery
Sedation protocols for herding breeds with MDR1 sensitivity require special care. What to communicate before any procedure, and which drugs need modification.
Read their storyHeartworm Prevention and MDR1: What Every Herding Breed Owner Must Know
Heartworm preventives and the MDR1 mutation can be a dangerous combination. Here's what's safe, what isn't, and how to protect your herding breed year-round.
Read their storyBreeds Beyond Collies: Every Dog That Carries the MDR1 Mutation
MDR1 drug sensitivity isn't just a Collie problem. Dozens of breeds and countless mixed-breed dogs carry the mutation. Here's the complete list and what it means for your dog.
Read their storySafer Drug Alternatives for MDR1-Affected Dogs
When common medications are off the table, what can your vet prescribe instead? A practical guide to safer alternatives for herding breeds with MDR1 sensitivity.
Read their storyMDR1 Testing: The $75 Test That Could Save Your Dog's Life
Everything you need to know about getting your herding breed tested for the MDR1 gene mutation - where to test, what the results mean, and what to do next.
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