Breeding for Genetic Health By and large, we are very fortunate that Scottish Collies are pretty healthy dogs. However, there are a few inherited diseases that have been identified as being a problem for the
Genes are traits that are passed on from one generation to another. As breeders, dog’s exhibiting certain desired traits are selectively bred to pass on the genes that are believed to contribute to those traits.
This is a fantastic article which explains why genetic testing for health alone will not eliminate recessive mutations from developing in a breed. I have received permission from Carol Beuchat, Institute of Canine Biology, to
