Learn about genetic COI (coefficient of inbreeding) and how it can be used to inform breeding decisions with Aaron Sams, PhD.
Many factors are considered when choosing which dogs to use in breeding programs including conformation, temperament, genetic disease mutations, and much more. Assessing the impact of inbreeding is another factor to consider.
In this episode of the Embark Insider’s video series, Dr. Aaron Sams, Director of Research and Scientific Product Development at Embark, discusses how to best apply Embark’s genetic COI results to real breeding decisions. Plus, learn the difference between genetic COI vs pedigree-based COI.
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