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We are certain that our cattery has tests regularly, for the following: Echocardiogram (heart) and FiV/FeLV (Immunodeficiency/Leukemia) and PK-Deficiency (anemia) and PRA-b (progressive retinal atrophy of the eyes) and fecal panel test from our local vet. Also dewormed here at the cattery with prescription meds recommended by our vet. All parents are tested using (Wisdom Panel Optimal Selection) for all health variants.

HEALTH CONDITIONS IN DETAIL;

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)-& or Echocardiogram

HCM is a fairly common inherited cardiac condition which affects the Bengal cats health. The heart muscle thickens, so the organ has to work much harder, causing several health problems. Blood clots or thrombosis can ensue, making the back legs motionless. This important health problem can also lead to heart failure, resulting in death. The first signs of cardiomyopathy include shortness of breath and excessive fatigue in Bengal cats.

Bengal Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-B)

The Bengal progressive retinal atrophy (PRA-b) causes recessive blindness in Bengal cats. This  inherited disease attacks the health of the eyes and causes the destruction of cells that record light. The loss of cells begins around the age of 7 weeks and progresses slowly until the cat vision becomes compromised around the age of 2 years. However, blindness can develop at different life stages.

Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PK-Def)

Pyruvate kinase deficiency is an inherited health issue in Bengal cats. Pyruvate kinase is an important red blood cell enzyme in the energy metabolism of red blood cells. Therefore, if this enzyme is lacking, anemia may result. 

This health problem is  inherited as a recessive gene, so only cats with two copies of the defective gene will have their health affected. Carrier Bengal cats are clinically healthy, but can transmit the defective gene to their offspring.