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  • Your Dog's DNA Mystery: Why Tests Can't Explain Their Quirks
    December 7, 2025
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    Your Dog's DNA Mystery: Why Tests Can't Explain Their Quirks

    A major scientific study found no meaningful link between common canine genetic markers and personality traits, directly contradicting the claims of popular at-home DNA tests. The research analyzed DNA and behavior from over 3,200 dogs, concluding that behavior is shaped by a complex interplay of...

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  • Dog Behavior Genes Shape Human Personalities, Too
    November 26, 2025
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    Dog Behavior Genes Shape Human Personalities, Too

    Researchers studied golden retrievers to isolate genetic influences on behavior, minimizing breed-specific physical trait variables and identifying multiple genes linked to specific behaviors. Several canine genes associated with behaviors like fear and aggression correspond to human genome regio...

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