Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats, 3rd Edition

Features:

• Incorporates the latest research, new testing methods, and newly-discovered predispositions and diseases
• Provides expanded information on genetics, epidemiology, and longevity
• Includes key characteristics of diseases, including pathogenesis, genetics, risks, and common presentations
• Indexes dogs and cats by breed, with listings of common inherited and predisposed disorders organized by body system
• Includes absolute and relative frequency/occurrence data for conditions, along with references to further information

Table of Contents:

Introduction

• Basic and Clinical Genetics
• Epidemiology
• Longevity
• Methods

Part I: Dog Breeds

• Overview of Dog Breeds
• Detailed descriptions of various dog breeds, from Affenpinscher to Yorkshire Terrier

Part II: Cat Breeds

• Overview of Cat Breeds
• Detailed descriptions of various cat breeds, from Abyssinian to Turkish Van

Part III: Disease Descriptions

• Comprehensive overview of diseases affecting dogs and cats