Study Busts the Myth That Purebred Dogs Have More Health Problems

Plus, Exploring New Treatments for Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy

Exploring New Treatments for Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy

sponsored by: Study Busts the Myth That Purebred Dogs Have More Health Problems Do purebred dogs suffer more health problems and diseases than mixed-breed dogs? Read More » Understanding Autosomal Recessive Conditions in Dogs Dogs have 78 chromosomes, or 39 pairs in each cell. Genes are located on these chromosomes, and they can have different genetic variants related to genes, known as alleles. Each gene typically has 2 copies, one from the dam and one from the sire. The dam and sire randomly contribute one of their two alleles for each gene, giving each allele a 50% chance of being passed on. The combination of the two alleles is known as a "genotype," and the expression of the alleles determines "phenotype," which is an observable trait in a dog. Read More » Exploring New Treatments for a Painful Eye Disease – Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy AKC Canine Health Foundation funded researchers explore the use of human medications to treat a painful eye disease of dogs – corneal endothelial degeneration. Read More » Pet Meds That Pay It Forward Calling all breeders! AKCRx is pleased to offer you an exclusive discount of 15%* off all your pet meds—just for being an AKC breeder. To access your unique coupon code, simply log in to AKC Breeder Toolkit and navigate to the AKCRx card. See More » OTHER BREEDER NEWS  In addition to all-purpose shampoos suitable for any age or breed, there are good choices for special situations –   shedding control, itch relief, or flea and tick control to name a few. You can also find just the right one to include in the kit you send home with your puppy buyers. Check it Out » *Exclusions apply. To redeem your offer, set up your AKCPetRx.com account and use your exclusive AKC Breeder Toolkit coupon code at checkout. All promotions provided on AKCRx are limited time offers (the "Offers"). AKCRx reserves the right to modify or cancel all promotions at any time. If you received the promotional code (directly or indirectly) from a third party, that third party also reserves the right to modify or cancel the offer at any time. Offers only apply to products sold by AKCRx. Products sold by third-party sellers will not qualify for any provided promotion. Offers are good only while supplies last. Offers are limited to one (1) per customer and account. Offers may not be combined with other offers. Each promotional code applies only to qualifying items. Product exclusions may apply to the promotion code. Shipping charges and taxes may apply to the full value of discounted and free promotional items. If the Offer has a minimum purchase requirement, taxes, shipping and handling, and gift wrap charges do not apply when determining the minimum purchase amount. Promotional codes apply only to items purchased in a single order and shipped at the same speed to a single address. Offers are non-transferrable and may not be resold. If any of the products are returned, your refund will equal the amount you paid for the product, subject to applicable refund policies. Promotional codes (including those placed directly in accounts) may not be redeemed for gift cards. Offer discount will be allocated proportionally among all promotional items in your order. If you violate any of the promotional terms, the Offer will be invalid. This email was sent to you from an AKC mailing list. Unsubscribe here. ©  2024 American Kennel Club | 101 Park Avenue, New York, NY  10178 About AKC | Mission Statement | Privacy Policy