BREEDING

On this page you will find information on what selective breeding has done to animals. Dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters and other non-human animals have been bred for favoured (by humans) characteristics that results in disabilities and deformities that cause life-long distress and illness.

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Genetic disease is the most common problem caused by selecting for particular characteristics such as a flat face (brachycephalic). Respiratory health is compromised, eating is difficult, the mouth cannot close properly and breathing difficult.

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Breeding for large build dogs causes skeletal issues such as hip and shoulder displacement, pelvic imbalance and cancer. Why the latter results from this selection is not well understood.

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However, research has found that when one part of the body is selected for exaggeration another part of the body is linked genetically and thus, the animal is compromised from birth.

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The two .pdf files will give more information and allow you to decide for yourself if breeders and breed clubs are responsible in terms of animal welfare.