Control of Canine Genetic Diseases (Howell reference books) (Hardcover)

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If you breed dogs for any reason, you must own this book. Genetic diseases are among the most serious hazards on the landscape of modern dog breeding and one of the most vexing challenges facing today's dog breeders. Is it appropriate to open the gene pool to unwanted conditions in the pursuit of physical perfection, or must breeding to the Standard take a back seat to producing healthy animals?

In Control of Canine Genetic Diseases, renowned authority George A. Padgett, DVM, provides an expert road map to help dog breeders everywhere avoid the pitfalls they are almost destined to encounter. For anyone whose goal is to produce healthy, functional and beautiful dogs, this is the book they need. Dr. Padgett provides clear explanations of modes of inheritance, how to conduct and analyze test matings and how to lower the chances of producing affected animals. Numerous tables, diagrams and graphs further enhance the text to facilitate the breeder's understanding.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

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Control of Canine Genetic Diseases A benchmark reference in every sense, Control of Canine Genetic Diseases, brings essential, applied science into the hands of every dog breeder which can result in a higher level of health for all dogs and more pleasure of ownership for those who love them. Consider some of the chapter topics and how they can help your dogs:

• Background of the Problem
• The Development of Pedigrees
• Modes of Inheritance
• Tables and Probabilities
• Interpretation and Use of Pedigrees
• Test-Mating
• Registries and Prioritizing Genetic Diseases
• Breed Clubs and Control of Genetic Disease
• For the Breeder
• Genetic Disease Predisposition by Breed
• Definitions of Canine Genetic Disorders with Affected Breeds

Bound to become the definitive, contemporary classic on the subject. Control of Canine Genetic Diseases provides every dog breeder and owner the wealth of insights needed to best deal with these important problems.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (October 26, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876050046
• ISBN-13: 978-0876050040
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #203,680 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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35 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mandatory Reading For Every Reputable Breeder, December 17, 1999

By	Steven Williams (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

I have read books on genetics before, but this is the first that I was able to read through without a problem. Balances technical concepts with practicality. Also, indicates how it will take more than just OFA/CERF testing and points to the need for Breeders and National Breed Clubs to join in an open/honest atmosphere in order to more efficiently determine and solve genetic problems. This is a must read for every reputable breeder !

27 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An essential book for anyone who breeds dogs., May 10, 1999

By	Rene Sauser (benchmarkeeshonden@catalina-inte... (Gardena, California, USA) - See all my reviews

Dr. Padgett's book is unique in the field of canine genetics. Rather than delving into Mendelian theory, he dispenses with a formal discusion and gets right to the heart of the problem. A strong proponent of Open Registries he explains the difference between closed registries such as OFA and CERF and why use of closed registries will never allow breeders to eliminate genetic disease from their lines. Dr. Padgett provides tools, techniques and tables to allow breeders to analyze their pedigrees and make informed decisions regarding prospective matings in an effort to control disease occurrence. He also outlines steps breed clubs and breeders can take towards using Open Registries as a means of gathering data needed to determine the mode of inheritance for genetic diseases affecting their breed. Finally, a text on canine genetic disease that tells the whole story.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for any dog breeder, August 7, 1999

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Without burying the reader in genetics, the author provides an outline for an effective system to control genetic diseases. If every breeder followed the recommendations set forth in this book, the quality of purebreed dogs would improve. Dr.Padgett is a proponent of open registries as a means to increase our knowledge of the genetic traits, both good and bad. In summary, a brilliant book for bring genetic diseases out of the closet.