Genetic Diseases of Dogs: A Guide to Diagnosis and Control
Author:   Donald F. Patterson
Publisher:   Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN:  

9780815143802


Pages:   400
Publication Date:   03 July 2006
Format:   Paperback
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Genetic Diseases of Dogs: A Guide to Diagnosis and Control


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This text is intended as a guide for veterinarians, dog owners and breeders. Topics covered include the DNA structure of normal genes and examples of abnormalities in gene structure known to cause genetic diseases in dogs. The common patterns of inheritance of genetic diseases in families and breeds are outlined and explained on the basis of principles of gene transmission, dominance and recessivity. Factors contributing to the high frequency of genetic disorders in purebred dogs are explained and discussed. Approaches to reducing the frequencies of genetic disorders in dog families and breeds and their expected results are outlined, including the roles the veterinary profession, breeders, breed organizations, genetic testing laboratories and certifying agencies.

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Author:   Donald F. Patterson
Publisher:   Elsevier Health Sciences
Imprint:   Mosby
Weight:   1.000kg
ISBN:  

9780815143802


ISBN 10:   081514380
Pages:   400
Publication Date:   03 July 2006
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Chapter 1 Genes and Gene Defects. Chapter 2 Inheritance of Genetic Diseases in Dogs. Chapter 3 Mapping and Cloning Disease Genes in the Dog. Chapter 4 Summary of the Problem of Genetic Diseases in the Dog. Chapter 5 Solutions to the Problem of Genetic Diseases in Dogs. Chapter 6 The Canine Genetic Disease Information System. Chapter 7 Summary of Canine Genetic Diseases. Appendix: Color illustrations of 144 AKC Dog Breeds.

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