The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs

The Genetic Connection: A Guide to Health Problems in Purebred Dogs offers the most complete collection ever assembled of breed-specific information for the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions with a genetic basis. For the veterinary practitioner and the serious breeder, The Genetic Connection covers more than 240 genetic disorders, including how they are genetically transmitted in different breeds, how they are best identified, and strategies to help prevent them from occurring in future generations.

The book is cross-referenced by both condition within bodily systems and by breed. It includes an in-depth index and table of breeds, along with a detailed bibliography of supporting articles and texts. An appendix of the major players in canine genetics completes this substantial publication.

Dr. Lowell Ackerman is a board-certified veterinary specialist, an award-winning author, an international lecturer, and a renowned expert in veterinary practice management. His vision is to develop resources for veterinarians and pet owners that elevate the standard of care for dogs and cats. Over his long veterinary career, Dr. Ackerman has been engaged in specialty practice, primary-care practice, academia, consulting, industry, and teaching. He has authored/co-authored many books, book chapters and journal articles, and has lectured extensively on topics in both medicine and management.