The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs [Paperback]

Lowell Ackerman (Author), DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVD Lowell Ackerman (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0941451933 | ISBN-13: 978-0941451932 | Publication Date: October 1, 1999 | Edition: 1

The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs offers the most complete collection ever assembled of breed-specific information for the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions with a genetic basis. For the veterinary practitioner and the serious breeder, The Genetic Connection covers more than 240 genetic disorders, including how they are genetically transmitted in different breeds, how they are best identified, and strategies to help prevent them from occurring in future generations.

The book is cross-referenced by both condition within bodily systems and by breed. It includes an in-depth index and table of breeds, along with a detailed bibliography of supporting articles and texts. An appendix of the major players in canine genetics completes this substantial publication.

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About the Author

Dr. Lowell Ackerman is a board-certified veterinary specialist, an award-winning author, an international lecturer, and a renowned expert in veterinary practice management. His vision is to develop resources for veterinarians and pet owners that elevate the standard of care for dogs and cats. Over his long veterinary career, Dr. Ackerman has been engaged in specialty practice, primary-care practice, academia, consulting, industry, and teaching. He has authored/co-authored many books, book chapters and journal articles, and has lectured extensively on topics in both medicine and management. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 278 pages
• Publisher: Amer Animal Hospital Assn; 1 edition (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0941451933
• ISBN-13: 978-0941451932
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,947,892 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Dr. Lowell Ackerman is a board-certified veterinary specialist, international lecturer, and author. He is a graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College (Canada) and a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology. In addition to his veterinary training, he also holds an MPA from Harvard University, an MBA from the University of Phoenix, and a Certificate in Veterinary Practice Administration from Purdue University. Dr. Ackerman splits his time between industry, teaching, and consulting.

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent coverage of genetic diseases of dogs!, May 22, 2005

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This review is from: The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs (Paperback)

This book is very complete yet easy to understand. Very useful for breeders or buyers wishing to avoid genetic disease in their puppies, to those whose dog already suffers from a genetic disease and want thorough information on treatment.

From the back: Finally, there is one, easy-to-use resource on this difficult topic. The Genetic Connection is the most complete collection of breed-specific diagnosis and treatment options available. Written for the practicing veterinarian (yet easily understood by not-vets), The Genetic Connection gives you the information you need to assess and identify the treatment needs of purebred dogs and to help pet owners make informed decisions about dog selection or breeding. It covers basic breed summaries, reviews medical & behavioral problems, and guides the reader through diagnostic tests, treatments, and organizations involved with genetic screening. From the basics of inheritance to the nitty-gritty details of acquired aurotrichia in Miniature Schnauzers, this book has it all. Addresses the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of more than 240 genetic disorders.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Genetic Connection, March 14, 2010

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This review is from: The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs (Paperback)

While this is a good desk reference for veterinarians, it is also an excellent primer for the layman who wants to know what health questions to ask when selecting a dog breed. This is an older edition and a few years in the race to understand the genome is light years in actual development. Nevertheless, it is a profound eye opener as to what genetic problems are most commonly
associate with almost any given breed of dog.