Canine Genetics & Epidemiologie News

1. Beagles kept as companion animals in the UK – demography, disorders and mortality

   Beagles are a popular companion animal dog breed and are generally stated to be a healthy breed. This VetCompass study aimed to report the demography, common disorders and mortality of Beagles under primary ve...

2. Investigation of the association of the MLPH gene with seasonal canine flank alopecia in Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs

   Canine flank alopecia (CFA) is a skin condition in dogs characterized by non-inflammatory, seasonally recurring episodes of localized hair loss and often hyperpigmentation of the affected skin. A genetic basis...

3. Cellular localization of a variant RAPGEF5 protein associated with idiopathic epilepsy risk in the Belgian shepherd

   The Wnt signaling pathway is critical for normal embryonic development. Disruptions in the Wnt signaling pathway have been linked to neurological disorders. The RAPGEF5 protein is a partner in Wnt signaling an...

4. Awareness, experiences, and opinions by owners, breeders, show judges, and veterinarians on canine Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)

   Exaggerated brachycephalic features have been highlighted over the last decade by their profound effect on the health and welfare of the affected dogs. The term brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS...

5. Demography, common disorders and mortality of Shih Tzu dogs under primary veterinary care in the UK

   Shih Tzus are a popular dog breed in the UK although there is relatively little reported information on their health. This study aimed to characterise the demography, common disorders and mortality of Shih Tzu...