A Dog's Color May Indicate Its Lifespan
- 6 years ago
A Dog's Color
May Indicate
Its Lifespan The University of Sydney studied one of
the world's most popular breeds, Labradors. After analyzing 33,000 veterinary records, the research team found chocolate labs live shorter lives than their black and yellow counterparts. Chocolate dogs were also
found to have a higher risk
of ear and skin problems. Paul McGreevey, lead researcher, via Fox News The most common cause of death among
chocolate labs was musculoskeletal disorders
and cancers, according to Professor McGreevey. Researchers would like to expand testing
of the possible pigmentation-health links
among a broader range of canine breeds. Paul McGreevey, lead researcher, via Fox News
May Indicate
Its Lifespan The University of Sydney studied one of
the world's most popular breeds, Labradors. After analyzing 33,000 veterinary records, the research team found chocolate labs live shorter lives than their black and yellow counterparts. Chocolate dogs were also
found to have a higher risk
of ear and skin problems. Paul McGreevey, lead researcher, via Fox News The most common cause of death among
chocolate labs was musculoskeletal disorders
and cancers, according to Professor McGreevey. Researchers would like to expand testing
of the possible pigmentation-health links
among a broader range of canine breeds. Paul McGreevey, lead researcher, via Fox News