Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats (3rd edition)

Breed Predispositions to Disease in Dogs and Cats, Third Edition provides a comprehensive exploration of current knowledge of breed predispositions based on rigorous examination of primary research.  Incorporates the latest research, new testing methods, and newly-discovered predispositions and diseasesProvides expanded information on genetics, epidemiology, and longevityIncludes key characteristics of diseases, including pathogenesis, genetics, risks, and common presentationsIndexes dogs and cats by breed, with listings of common inherited and predisposed disorders organized by body systemIncludes absolute and relative frequency/occurrence data for conditions, along with references to further information