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Humane Dog Breeding Act seeks to establish guidelines to protect dogs and consumers alike

New proposed legislation aims to establish guidelines and laws for breeding and selling dogs in the state, addressing ...
Wane

Potential Adams Co. commercial kennel draws criticism from rescue, support from neighbors

ADAMS COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — An Adams County rescue is concerned over a proposed commercial dog breeder on this week’s county government agenda. Last month, applicants Leander and Rebecca Schwartz ...
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The genetic downside to purebred dog breeding

Quick Take Dog breeding genetics explain how dominant, additive, and recessive genes shape traits and disease risk in litters. Outcrossing expands the gene pool and lowers recessive disease risk, ...
The New York Times

But how much does breed shape a dog’s health and behavior?

Humans have a long history of reshaping their canine companions, which evolved from ancient wolves. At least 10,000 years ago, Arctic peoples were using selective breeding to create sled dogs, ...