Genetic studies have linked multiple forms of
cancer with specific breeds and more will likely be discovered as genetic markers are identified.
I always try to talk people into adopting from a shelter, but the fact is that there are people who are in
love with a specific breed.
Generally, it is a hybrid of a wolf with a domestic canine, usually
with specific breeds such as German Shepherds, Malamutes, or Siberian Huskies.
This paper examines the assumptions that: dogs are readily identifiable as members of a particular breed; behavior can be reliably predicated according to breed; & behaviors
associated with specific breeds are relevant in the contemporary function as...
There is an unfortunate trend in cities, counties, states and provinces towards what is known as Breed - Specific Laws (BSL) in which a municipality bans or restricts the freedoms of dog
owners with specific breeds of dogs.
Usually this is not followed by any serious injury to the younger dog and it is almost always a warning but there are
times with specific breeds such as larger breeds that are already prone to dog aggression then this could become a serious issue.
You can expect more trouble if you're coming
in with a specific breed of dog — bulldogs, the 5th most popular dog breed in the US, have a 71 percent chance of developing hip dysplasia.
Once predominant breeds are established, owners can take their results to their veterinarian to discuss potential health issues
associated with specific breeds.