Basic Genetics for Dog Breeders

Good Dog is on a mission to educate the public, support dog breeders, and promote canine health so we can give our dogs the world they deserve.

Good Dog is on a mission to educate the public, support dog breeders, and promote canine health so we can give our dogs the world they deserve.

These courses are for educational and informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your veterinarian before making decisions about your dog's health, including administering supplements, changing their diet, or implementing training techniques that could affect their wellbeing.

Good Dog is on a mission to educate the public, support dog breeders, and promote canine health so we can give our dogs the world they deserve.

Part 1: Intro, the Building Blocks & from DNA to Puppies

Part 2: Inheritance Modes

Part 3: Genetic Testing Basics

Part 4: Questions & Answers

Additional Resources

Genetics Worksheet

Worksheets to help you create your own Punnett square.

Studies and Articles

Meiosis

Evolutionary mysteries in meiosis, by T Lenormand, J Engelstädter, et al.

Meiosis in Dogs

The canine oocyte: uncommon features of in vivo and in vitro maturation, by S Chastant-Maillard, C Viaris de Lesegno, et al.

Recombination

A Pedigree-Based Map of Recombination in the Domestic Dog Genome, by CLCampbell,* C Bhérer, et al.

Linkage in the Dog Genome

A Comprehensive Linkage Map of the Dog Genome by AK Wong, AL Ruhe, et al.