Osteoarthritis is the leading cause of chronic pain in dogs. Learn about the disease, what causes it, and what you as a breeder can do to identify, prevent or treat it. 

Understand the difference between bench and station, or show-bred and working or field-bred lines of dogs. Different objectives and breeding lines have created significant distinction between purebred dog lines, even within breeds. 

Learn some tips you might consider to up your game before breeding your next litter, and download our handy breeding checklist.

Contemplating becoming a dog breeder? Informed dog breeding can be incredibly rewarding, but is not for the faint of heart. In this article we review some of the key considerations, including health, temperament and soundness...

Learn how to correctly interpret disorder findings for your dog, and what to know if you receive a carrier or ‘at risk’ result 

Not all genetic tests use the same kind of DNA marker tests. Some directly measure the causative mutation, some do not. Some use AI or machine learning, some are traditionally determined. Read on to learn about the types...

Genetic diversity in dogs has direct implications for health, longevity and fertility, and each breed has a history of selective breeding evident in their DNA. Learn why diversity should be considered in all breeding programmes, even popular breeds. 

Colour traits in dogs are complicated. Learn the basics of colour genetics in dogs, including Agouti, Extension, Dominant Black, Parti Colouring, Chocolate and Dilution.

Learn about basic genetic concepts important to breeders, including terms like homozygous and heterozygous, kinds of genetic inheritance, and other basic terms.

Knowing the role food allergy plays in chronic health issues and knowing what might be heritable may affect your breeding decisions. Understanding the basics of food allergy — how to identify, test for, and manage...