Effect of inbreeding on the occurrence of genetic defects in Chinese Crested dogs

The aim of the study was to analyse impact inbreeding on frequency hereditary diseases and number genetically tested dogs. pedigrees 100 Chinese Crested dogs from Polish Kennel Club information about genetic tests for eye other veterinary diagnoses were collected. Inbreeding coefficients relatedness estimated all examined. relationship between level testing analysed with logistic regression. occurrence disease carriers sex or also tested. A significant (P < 0.01) found animals PLL disease. effect carrier status non-significant > 0.05). However, in some inbred could be connected inbreeding, although this needs further research. We that most had related parents defects. breeders often used dogs, which reduced diversity group caused diseases. suggest dog more open publishing DNA-test results, is fundamental health breed.