Explore the fascinating ways dog breeds continue to evolve through genetic influences. Coat Length The fluffy Afghan Hound ...

Pure-bred dogs have been regarded as superior to crossbreeds or what some people refer to as mutts. However, we now ...

Genetic testing identifies changes (mutations) in a dog’s DNA that can indicate a predisposition to certain genetic diseases or inherited disorders. The primary benefits include early disease ...

Humans have been selectively breeding dogs for thousands of years to perform tasks like guarding, hunting, and companionship. Research has investigated the links between the genetic influences on dog ...

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While most people can accept the fact that a dog's coat color can predict a human being’s emotional response to the dog (click here for an example) it is more difficult for people to accept the fact ...

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Humans began selectively breeding dogs around 2,000 years ago, and these genes play a role in your pup's behavior, a new study of 4,000 purebred, mixed-breed and wild dogs finds. When you purchase ...

There are 356 unique breeds of dog, according to the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, the largest global organization of national kennel clubs. Yet understanding the genetic drivers for the ...

Scientists have identified the genetic mutation that causes progressive retinal atrophy in English Shepherd Dogs, which results in incurable blindness, and developed a genetic test to help eliminate ...