What do the terms inbreeding and linebreeding mean?
What is inbreeding? Inbreeding is the mating of related individuals that have one or more relatives in common. Linebreeding is...
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How can I protect my dog from tick paralysis?
The paralysis tick, Ixodes holocyclus, causes tick paralysis. Tick paralysis is a serious and potentially fatal condition requiring urgent veterinary... -
How can owners of dogs with exaggerated physical features help their pets?
Owners of pet dogs with exaggerated physical features need to be fully aware of the specific health and welfare problems... -
What can breeders do to avoid exaggerated physical features that compromise dog welfare?
Every breeder has an important responsibility to ensure their dogs live a healthy, happy and long life. A number of... -
Do flying foxes pose a disease risk to my dog?
There are two viral diseases affecting bats that can also infect dogs. These are Hendra virus and Lyssavirus. There have... -
What animal welfare problems are associated with pedigree dog breeding?
There are a number of significant animal welfare problems associated with pedigree dog breeding. These include exaggerated physical features, inbreeding... -
How do I keep my dog healthy?
A healthy dog should be alert and responsive. Most dogs, except for elderly animals, will be energetic and have a... -
I think my dog has arthritis, what can I do?
Arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease is a common problem in older dogs, but can also occur... -
Why does my dog’s breath smell?
There are a number of reasons why a dog’s breath might smell, a condition also known as halitosis. Underlying illness,...