Read about the breeding pitfalls and certain historical events responsible for the majority of lost breed diversity. 

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. 

Learn the difference between “genetic diversity” and “coefficient of inbreeding (COI).” These are tricky terms that can be tough to decipher on your own, so read on as we break down this technical topic.