Black and Tan English Shepherds
Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd Association
In the realm of canine studies, research into behavior—particularly non-pathological behaviors—proves intriguing for both dog owners and scientists alike (Serpell, 1995). These behaviors span a wide range from herding and pointing to more abstract qualities like temperament and trainability (Svartberg, 2006). A deeper understanding of the genetics behind these behaviors not only expands our knowledge … Read more
The term “genetic load” is a fundamental concept in genetics and particularly important for understanding the health of a population, including specific dog breeds. Genetic load refers to the presence of deleterious alleles, or harmful genes, within a population’s gene pool. These can negatively impact an organism’s fitness and are maintained in populations through a … Read more
This short article examines the bloodline connection among 15 male Black and Tan English Shepherds using canine genetics, specifically focusing on their shared paternal haplogroup A1a and haplotypes H1a.29 and H1a.48. By analyzing the DNA test results provided by Embark Vet, we determined that these dogs exhibit a close genetic relationship, supported by their … Read more