ANSC 2060 Chapter : Dog And Cat Breeds And Their Characteristics
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Genetically modifying dogs through selection and breeding. Ex: british sheep dogs, waterfowl dogs, terriers to hunt pests, etc. Keen eyes to detect motion of prey. Teeth designed to kill and consume prey. Selective breeding has resulted in wide variety of coats and colors long(maltese) Selected and bred to perform certain functions: Good companions; large size, strength may not make them best for small children. Developed to hunt and kill rodents and foxes that raided farms. Although they can be friendly, loyal, some may be yappy and will nip kids. Group has varied sizes and types of dogs. Welsh corgi, shetland shepdog, border collie, bearded collie. People benefit most from having a pet whose needs are compatible with their lifestyle and physical capabilities. Better chance of knowing general physical characteristics. Expensive to purchase, unless adopted from breed-specific rescue. Every dog is individual; you"re not guaranteed a certain personality or appearance just because the dog is a.
