Green eyes in dogs range from emerald to jade and are uncommon because the trait is recessive. Breeds commonly noted for the coloration include Weimaraners, American Staffordshire terriers and Chihuahuas. Read On…
Researchers reporting on Nov. 24 say analysis of 2,700 genomes shows that most modern dog breeds retain traces of wolf ancestry from relatively recent interbreeding, with influences on scent genes and certain behavioral tendencies. Read On…
Scientists report that modern dogs often retain a sliver of wolf ancestry, a finding that reshapes ideas about canine evolution and could help explain certain breed traits. Read On…
A University of Cambridge study of 1,300 golden retrievers finds specific genetic variants help shape canine behaviours and overlap with genes tied to human emotional and cognitive traits. Read On…
Six German shepherd puppies born in August at Guide Dogs' headquarters near Leamington Spa are part of a study probing the genetic roots of temperament to help refine breeding for future guide dogs. Read On…
A Kinship piece catalogs 15 little-known dog breeds and flags the genetic and breeding challenges that put some of them at risk, with veterinarians urging care from breeders and owners. Read On…
Researchers report that tiny snippets of wolf DNA persist across many modern dog breeds, a legacy of low-level gene flow that likely aided adaptation to human settings, lead author Audrey Lin said. Read On…
A genomic study published on Monday found that almost two-thirds of modern dog breeds have detectable wolf ancestry, with some wolf‑dog breeds carrying as much as 40 percent wolf DNA, researchers said. Read On…
The American Kennel Club’s Canine Health Foundation awarded five grants to Purdue’s veterinary college in 2019 — the largest single-cycle award total the college had received from the foundation — funding studies that range from lipid analysis in allergic skin disease to genetic risk models for spinal disorders. Read On…
The AKC Canine Health Foundation will host 'A Journey Through the History of the Dog and Its Genome' on Dec. 2, 2025 at 7:00 pm ET in Ocala, FL, featuring Drs. Elaine Ostrander and Heidi Parker. The webinar examines how genes shape breed diversity and links between traits and health risks. Read On…