Kot: There are approximately 100 breeds of cat

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Dried blood spot 3-year stability suitability for biomarker discovery and biobanking initiatives in companion animals.. Dried blood spot (DBS) sampling is a rapid, cost-effective, and sustainable method that requires minimal processing. It can be performed using remnant blood samples from clinics or via pinprick at home. The DBS metabolome has similar discriminatory potential to the plasma metabolome, making it suitable for biomarker discovery. This study evaluated the suitability of DBS for long-term storage and its potential for biomarker discovery from companion animal (cats and dogs) biobanks using two different approaches. Objective 1 assessed whether two independent metabolic profilin…

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Widespread genetic testing controls inherited polycystic kidney disease while avoiding inbreeding in cats.. Background Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a major hereditary disorder characterized by the formation of cysts in the kidneys of mammals, including humans and cats. It commonly leads to renal failure and is frequently associated with variants in the PKD1 gene. In cats, a specific PKD1 variant (chr E3:g.42858112 C > A) is a primary target for direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing aimed at identifying PKD risk. However, its broad impact on the genetic structure of cat populations remains unclear. In this study, we investigated temporal and breed-specific dynamics of feline PKD and…

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The American Wirehair is a breed of domestic cat originating in upstate New York, which is characterized by its wiry fur and crinkly whiskers caused by a genetic mutation. As of 2017, though the breed is well-known, it is ranked as the rarest of the 41 Cat Fanciers' Association breeds.

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The Munchkin is a breed of cat characterized by its very short legs, which are caused by a genetic mutation. Compared to many other cat breeds, it is a relatively new breed, documented since 1940s and officially recognized in 1991. The Munchkin is considered to be the original breed of dwarf cat, the breeding of which is prohibited in several countries and states, due to concerns for the animals' welfare. Much controversy erupted over the breed when it was recognized by The International Cat Association (TICA) in 1997 with critics voicing concerns over health and mobility issues. Many pedigree cat associations around the world have refused to recognize the Munchkin cat due to the welfare of…

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