Pies: The Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed, according to the American Kennel Club

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The Golden Retriever is a Scottish breed of retriever dog of medium-large size. It is characterised by a gentle and affectionate nature and a striking golden coat. It is a working dog, and registration is subject to successful completion of a working trial. It is commonly kept as a companion dog and is among the most frequently registered breeds in several Western countries; some may compete in dog shows or obedience trials, or work as guide dogs. The Golden Retriever was bred by Sir Dudley Marjoribanks at his Scottish estate Guisachan in the late nineteenth century. He cross-bred Flat-coated Retrievers with Tweed Water Spaniels, with some further infusions of Red Setter, Labrador Retriever…

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Effects of winning the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on breed popularity. Abstract Objective —To determine whether winning best in show at the annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was associated with a subsequent increase in breed popularity. Design —Analysis of archival data. Study population —Breed-specific numbers of individual purebred puppies registered with the American Kennel Club between 1946 and 2002. Procedure —For breeds that had won the Westminster Show, the slope of the curve for number of new registrations per year for the 5 years prior to winning was compared with the slope of the curve for the 5 years after winning. In addition, the annual percentage change in number o…

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Prevalence of hip and elbow dysplasia in young adult dogs in Sweden.. Background Hip and elbow dysplasia (HD and ED) are common developmental orthopaedic disorders in dogs. The study objectives were to report population-based estimates of HD and ED prevalence at screening in young adult dogs of different breeds and to evaluate the phenotypic association between HD and ED. Methods Data for dogs screened for HD and ED between 2007 and 2016 were obtained from the Swedish Kennel Club. HD and ED were graded according to the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and International Elbow Working Group, respectively. Results This study included 114,568 dogs from 72 breeds screened for HD and 78,504…

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Dog Painting: The European Breeds (1st) A Breed Apart: The Art Collections of the American Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog (2nd)

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Blue Labrador Retriever: Lifespan, Facts and More. Captivated by the <strong> Blue Labrador Retriever </strong> 's charm? Expect an average lifespan of 10-12 years. This unique color comes from a <strong> dilution gene mutation </strong> . Despite not being recognized by major kennel clubs, these dogs are friendly and loyal. Health-wise, watch out for issues like <strong> Hip Dysplasia </strong> . Regular check-ups keep them healthy longer. Grooming is essential;

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Blue Labrador Retriever: Lifespan, Facts and More. Captivated by the <strong> Blue Labrador Retriever </strong> 's charm? Expect an average lifespan of 10-12 years. This unique color comes from a <strong> dilution gene mutation </strong> . Despite not being recognized by major kennel clubs, these dogs are friendly and loyal. Health-wise, watch out for issues like <strong> Hip Dysplasia </strong> . Regular check-ups keep them healthy longer. Grooming is essential;

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Preservação genética e funcional do Labrador Retriever em risco. The preservation of dog breeds depends not only on maintaining morphological characteristics, but also on conserving their genetic, genealogical, behavioral, and functional identity. This study analyzes factors that may affect the preservation of the Labrador Retriever, with emphasis on the incorporation of individuals of unknown ancestry through Initial Registration (RI), the limitations in genealogical traceability associated with unknown prior ancestry and the acceptance of phenotypic characteristics whose historical origin remains unproven. A narrative and documentary review of scientific literature, genetic and behavioral…

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Modern pedigree dogs in the United Kingdom Kennel Club: a journey through shifting population landscapes and demography.. Background The limited genetic diversity in pedigree dog populations and the associated increased burden of inherited disease have led to calls for the development and implementation of effective population management strategies. Such strategies must be rooted in a thorough understanding of the genetic reserves and demographics of each population to be managed. Although numerous studies have examined the genetic diversity within various dog breeds, information on the structure of breeding populations and the characteristics of the dogs used for breeding is scarce. Furthe…

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A labradoodle () is a crossbreed dog originating from Australia created by crossing a Labrador Retriever and a Standard or Miniature Poodle. Labradoodles were intended to be a good choice for people allergic to canine dander. The Australian Labradoodle Association, an organization run by labradoodle breeders, says they are "generally considered healthy dogs". However, they also state that hip and elbow dysplasia are common problems affecting labradoodles. Other ailments include eye diseases and Addison's disease. Wally Conron of Australia, who is credited with inventing the breed, has commented that healthy labradoodles are "few and far between" and most are "crazy or have a hereditary prob…

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