Demography and disorders of German Shepherd Dogs under primary veterinary care in the UK

Abstract Background The German Shepherd Dog (GSD) has been widely used for a variety of working roles. However, concerns for the health and welfare of the GSD have been widely aired and there is evidence that breed numbers are now in decline in the UK. Accurate demographic and disorder data could as...

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Main Authors: Dan G. O’Neill, Noel R. Coulson, David B. Church, Dave C. Brodbelt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:Canine Genetics and Epidemiology
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40575-017-0046-4