Not exact matches
Most pedigree dog
breeds have some inherited diseases which are known to be a problem
in that
particular breed and for which tests have been
developed.
While most genetic test kits today only look at a pet's
breed makeup to make careful calculations as to the risk of
developing a
particular disease or health condition
in the future, these are not really definitive.
The main purpose for
developing this
particular breed of rabbit was for show purposes, which back
in those days, was uncommon since rabbits were mainly used for meat purposes.
A very popular
breed, the cocker spaniel was
developed as a gundog for flushing woodcock
in particular.
Though cat shedding has always been seen as a problem and
in the 60s, there was a
particular breed of cat
developed that lacked a fur coat — Sphynx.
Certain
breeds, miniature Schnauzers
in particular, are more likely to
develop pancreatitis than other
breeds.