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Originally Posted by gidget529  I know of YTCA breeders who are quite knowledgable in the genetics behind this breed, including illnesses, coloring, etc. I think it is a misnomer that just bc someone believes they should not breed for "fault" that they are not aware and knowledgable about the genetics behind the coloring. The YTCA breeders I know are very well-read and have studied this breed extensively, as well some are published in well-respected printed media.
She also has a traditionally colored yorkie and claims to be looking for ppl to discuss breeding, exhibiting and genetics with. Who better than other breeder/exhibitors?
I have already referred her to you for your perspective on color genetics. I think I have provided suggestions that provide a well-rounded point of view. |
I'm not sure why people always tend to think there's some sinister plot, or something unscrupulous going on, when someone asks a simple (controversial) question?
I am sure there are YTCA members who are well versed in coat color genetics but unfortunately I've not been able to find one YTCA members site that gives explanation about the 2 different genes that are causing gold coloring in our dogs. The Show breeders on YT have often referred to the gold coloring as traditionals who "ran" gold as they got older but I've seen no actual and scientifically documented explanation as to how they were genetically "born gold". Maybe I am wrong, we have had the gold question raised here before, I have just not seen the ay and ee genes discussed at length by the YTCA members in the breeders section before.
Here's the lab that I use to coat color test my dogs:
A Locus E Locus
Maybe we should all run a full coat color screening on our dogs, I'm sure there would be a few very surprised breeders who didn't realize one of their dogs were carriers for "undesirable" coat color genes.
