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Questions tagged [genetics]

Biological history, parentage, pedigree, ancestral history, genetics, inter-breeding, and inherited traits of a pet.

Genetics questions refers to the genetic / biological history of a pet, discussing ancestral history, inherited traits, genetics, and pedigree of a pet.

Sample questions may include dominant and recessive traits when inter-breeding, whether to perform genetic testing, and how to trace lineage.

Questions specifically about combining two different breeds of the same species should use the tag.

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How vulnerable are crossbred (hybrid) dogs to genetic disease?

Most purebred dogs are prone to breed-specific diseases, for example, hip dysplasia in Labrador Retrievers. Mixed-breed (mongrel) dogs are said to be less prone to genetic diseases than purebred dogs due to higher genetic diversity. Does this also…
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Why is a female orange tabby rare?

I just adopted a female orange tabby and I knew going into the adoption that they are very rare. Why is it so special for female cats to be the orange tabby colour?
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How to test one deaf ear of a cat?

A dominant white cat with blue eyes is said to be at high risk of being deaf. (Here the "dominant" refers to the white color gene, not behaviour.) In case of a white cat with odd eyes, the ear on the side with the blue eye may be deaf, though in…
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Are 'marbled' feline eyes normal, or a sign of disease?

The picture of Tiki's eyes (a tabby cat aged, maybe, 10 to 14) shows that her eyes are 'marbled', that is to say overall green but with an irregular pattern of brown 'marbling'. I know that patches of brown coloration may be an indication of…
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Do most pedigree dogs retain the personality traits of their ancestors?

Retrievers get their name from being excellent hunting companions, just as Shepherds are excellent herding dogs. However, the modern pedigree breeding business selects dogs for beauty and temperamental suitability for dog shows. As such, it would…
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Do Boxers have a tendency towards Cherry-eye and gland-expression issues?

My question is just what's in the title. I was under the impression that Boxers were one of the type of dogs that have that gland near their anus that can cause them serious discomfort, as well as frequently getting Cherry Eye. Also, feel free to…
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How can I describe my cat (color/breed/type)?

I am trying to figure out what type of cat I have. My cat is a male, tuxedo, cat and I think he's a tabby, but how can I figure it out?
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How to find a dog breed that will not suffer hip issues due to slippery floors and steep staircases and the like?

I know that some dog breeds are more prone for hip issues than others, and those can be aggravated by them having to climb stairs or walking on slippery floors. When selecting a dog breed, what can I do to make sure that I chose one that will not…
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Do the colors of a cat's coat correlate with its personality?

I've heard some people say that a cat's coat color says a lot about its personality. I think it's fairly common to think that tortoiseshell cats have attitudes ("tortietudes"). Is this urban legend, or is there any truth to this? I found a study…
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What problems does inbreeding in chickens cause?

I have a big farm (without animals so far) and want to get chickens. They can run freely in the farmyard and the garden, having approx. 1500 m² with grassland, sand, a dunghill and copse. I'd like to take an egg or two sometimes, but they should…
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Can wild cottontail rabbits interbreed with domestic rabbits?

If a wild cottontail rabbit and domestic rabbit try to make babies, will they have kits? I know that horses and donkeys make mules what do domestic and cottontail rabbits make?
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The genetics of catnip susceptibility

In doing a little looking around, I found three different answers to the question: What percent of cats are susceptible to catnip? The Humane Society says "an estimated 50 percent" Scientific American says "about 70 to 80 percent" Cat World says…
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Inbred kitten -- What are the risks?

I have a 6 week old male kitten; his mother had a litter before his, and the person who owns her kept one of them, so the son and mother bred. She only had three kittens. One passed away unfortunately, but the other two seem okayish. My male kitten…
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How can I tell if my cats are related?

I got my cats two years ago from the rescue centre and very little was known about them; the rescue centre says they were both two-year-olds when I got them, but one "seems" to be older than the other (a few specks of grey hair and a less smooth…
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Can a regular German Shepherd give birth to German Shepherd puppies with coat colors identical to hers, but give birth to one single white puppy

Just curious to know (I also need this piece of info for writing my novel). So, can a German Shepherd (classic-looking fur coat) give birth to four identical German Shepherd puppies that look just like their mom, but then, her last one is a white…
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