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Shenmore Star Voyager
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SHENMORE STAR VOYAGER

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Optigen tested A1 for prcd-PRA and Normal/Clear for FN

Arran is a son of Seeing Stars by Sh Ch Palacecraig Go West. He had a successful show career winning numerous BIS awards at Breed Club Open Shows, his Junior Warrant & 4 RCC's. He is a lovely honest type of Cocker with plenty of substance & a sweet, kind nature - a real gentleman! He has not been widely used at stud but has nevertheless sired some lovely puppies, a number of whom have made their mark in the show ring. A few of his Championship Show winning progeny can be seen below:

Shenmore Siani JW
( 1 CC, 1 RCC)

Bencleuch Bethnie

Symbiosis Star Sign
At Shenmore JW

Speechouse True Colours

Dut Ch Symbiosis
Star Struck
(Top Cocker in Holland 2000)

Harbethol Look What
U Missed JW
(Optigen Clear)

**Optigen PRCD-PRA Test** Arran was the first UK resident Cocker to be DNA tested for prcd-PRA using the new Optigen marker gene test. He tested as pattern A1, meaning he is statistically normal for prcd-PRA and is not expected to develop this disease or pass it to offspring ie he is NOT a carrier of the disease. Prcd-PRA (GPRA) is the most common type of PRA seen in Cockers. We are proud that Arran helped pave the way for Optigen testing in the UK and are happy to see so many breeders now making use of this valuable tool. Arran has also recently been Optigen tested for FN and is also Normal/Clear for that disease.

Arran is now retired and enjoying life as a much loved house dog here at Shenmore. He has not long ago had his 13th birthday and is still a happy, active boy who loves his food!