The following articles are aimed toward the Border Collie breeder, as well as those who are curious about the science of genetics.
Genetics
and the Border Collie: This article contains a detailed explanation of the genetic
basis of the USBCC's objection to AKC registration. We think it's a must-read for anyone
interested in the genetics of the working Border Collie.
Genetics Articles
Where
Did the Border Collie Come From?
Where
Are All These Red Dogs Coming From?
A
Dog of a Different Color: an article about white Border Collies
Finding the Genes that Determine Canine Behavior
Breeding Information
And make sure to check
out our Veterinary Page, for more detailed information on some
genetic medical disorders affecting Border Collies
Genetics and Breeding on the Web
Denise Wall and Mellissa Demille's Heritability of Herding-Related Traits
Canine Eye Registration Foundation
(CERF)
The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals,
Inc. (OFA)
Mary Wakeman, DVM's Breeding Medical Information
Jeffrey Bragg's "Purebred
Dog Breeds into the Twenty-first Century: Achieving Genetic Health for Our
Dogs."