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How Could Learning About Dog Genes Benefit Human Health?

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How Could Learning About Dog Genes Benefit Human Health? The researchers expect that understanding these genetic relationships will help them uncover the genes responsible for the physical features and behaviors unique to each breed as well as the diseases to which they are commonly susceptible, such as cancer, deafness, blindness, heart disease and hip dysplasia.

How Much Does Dog Intelligence Vary?

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How Much Does Dog Intelligence Vary? On the whole, psychologist and dog researcher Stanley Coren estimates, the average dog’s intelligence is roughly as sophisticated as a 2.5-year-old baby’s. So far, research has suggested that dogs can read our cues, show emotional connection to their owners, and even display jealousy. What is the average IQ of