The gene responsible for dwarfism in Miniature Horses is called the aggrecan gene (ACAN). DNA testing for 4 mutations of the gene is being offered at the University of Kentucky Animal Testing and Research Laboratory. The mutations were found by a PhD student, John Eberth, at the UK Gluck Equine Research Center. John is studying […]
Renal Dysplasia is a very serious disease caused due to abnormal development and function of the kidneys. There is currently no cure for this disease and is said to affect puppies and young dogs . What are the symptoms for this disease ? The early symptoms include excessive thirst and frequent urination, appetite and weight loss […]
Most Popular Dog Breeds: Labrador Retriever Rottweiler German Shepherd Golden Retriever Dachshund Poodle Boxer Bulldog Yorkshire Terrier Beagle Welcome to the Dog page Our Best Friend, the Dog, has been around for thousands of years. When man learned to harness dogs for his use, there began the creation of an unbreakable bond that would grow […]
