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Aug 12, 2013

Are mixed breeds genetically healthier than pure breeds?

In my recent reading of canine genetics articles I came across this gem. For some time know I have thought that for genetic diseases mixed breeds are just as prone to be affected as pure breeds since...
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Aug 13, 2013
The pure bred dog world is now multi-national with genes being moved all round the world.

Protein losing nephropathy (PLN) and protein losing enteropathy (PLE) are serious health problems that have been identified in Wheatens in North American and Europe.

A small number of Wheatens have now been diagnosed with, or suspected of having, PLE and PLN in the UK.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of GB

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