| A CALL FOR WEIMARANER DNA SAMPLES!
New research in the area of genetic disease in the Weimaraner breed is gearing up at the Veterinary Genetic Laboratory (VGL) in the University of California, Davis. This project is lead by Noa Safra DVM PhD, a Weimaraner breeder and WCA member since 1996. The goal of this research is the discovery of DNA markers for multiple Weimaraner inherited diseases.
The success of this project is directly related to the number and quality of DNA samples provided for research. We implore all Weimaraner enthusiasts, worldwide, to participate in this unique opportunity to advance the health and wellbeing of the breed so dear to all of us.
Samples from any Weimaraner with either a definitive or suspected genetic condition will be considered. Please do not hesitate to contact me with regard to any condition you may have experienced. Confidentiality is assured.
Contact information for sample donations and inquiries:
Dr. Noa Safra:noasafra@gmail.com
105 Seabury Drive,
Bar Harbor, ME
04609
Phone: 207-288-4319
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AKC Breeders' Symposium Podcast
ALL BREEDERS should take the time to listen to this 13 minute pod cast from the AKC, which is a segment of the AKC Breeders’ Symposium
Here is the direct link: Genome_Barks_Pod cast_ -_Eddied-_Interview.mp3.mp3
The pod cast discusses CHIC; (Canine Health Information Center). The WCA Health Committee is in the process of developing a profile for our breed. This is one of the purposes of the health survey we all completed recently and sent to Beta.
Another discussion on the pod cast concerns types of sample donations of DNA for genetic studies.
There is an ongoing program for renewed genetic study of immune – mediated disease in our breed by Dr Noah Sara, and she is urging all of us to contribute DNA samples. There will be a monthly box in The WCA Magazine, beginning in the July issue, reminding us about the study and the need for samples, with contact info for more info.
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