A central topic for conservation science is evaluating how human activities influence global
species diversity. Humanity exacerbates extinction rates. But by what mechanisms does …

Simple Summary Vitamin A, a vital fat-soluble micronutrient, is indispensable for the health
and well-being of companion animals, notably dogs and cats. Its multifaceted roles …

Through thousands of years of breeding and strong human selection, the dog (Canis lupus
familiaris) exists today within hundreds of closed populations throughout the world, each …

Background Genomic methods have proved to be important tools in the analysis of genetic
diversity across the range of species and can be used to reveal processes underlying both …

AIMS: To explore veterinary perceptions of inherited disorders in pedigree dogs within New
Zealand and how these affect animal health and welfare. METHODS: An online …

Mammals are generally resistant to Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infections. We
report here on a primary immunodeficiency disorder causing increased susceptibility to MAC …

We tested a panel of 13 highly polymorphic canine short tandem repeat (STR) markers for
dog breed assignment using 392 dog samples from the 23 most popular breeds in Austria …

Objectives To describe a series of miniature schnauzers diagnosed with histiocytic sarcoma
and assess for possible breed predisposition. Materials and Methods Medical records of …

Very little research into genetic diversity of Italian native dog breeds has been carried out so
far. In this study we aimed to estimate and compare the genetic diversity of four native Italian …

Livestock guarding dogs are a valuable adjunct to the pastoral community. Having been
traditionally selected for their working ability, they fulfil their function with minimal interaction …