Hannes Lohi

Abstract Genetic monitoring is an essential tool for managing threatened or commercially valuable wildlife species. Ideally, genetic monitoring relies on straightforward protocols for genotyping and data handling, accommodates varying sample volumes, applies to non-invasive samples such as scat and hair, produces reliable and repeatable genotypes, and is cost-effective. Moreover, the marker panel itself should be tailored to specific species and/or population management information needs.

Abstract Overweight and poor muscle mass are major factors affecting and manifesting the health status of dogs. The metabolic consequences of these states require further study in dogs. We aimed to characterize the metabolic changes associated with overweight/obesity and reduced muscle mass. We performed an observational, cross-sectional study investigating the differences in metabolite concentrations in pet dogs with variable body and muscle conditions.

Abstract Skeletal dysplasias encompass a diverse group of genetic disorders characterized by short stature and dwarfism. In humans, 771 types of skeletal dysplasia have been documented. Similar forms of these disorders have also been observed in dogs. The first cases of documented skeletal dysplasia in Dalmatian dogs were reported in the early 1980’s, with additional affected dogs observed in subsequent years.