ICB Genetics Workshop:
Bernese Mountain Dog
STARTS NEXT WEEK!


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Instructor
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Carol Beuchat PhD
Scientific Director, ICB
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REGISTER NOW!

Live (taped) lectures!
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Tuesdays
​March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6 
5:00-7:00 PM
only $199

COURSE FOCUS

We will specifically focus on the genetic status of the Bernese Mountain Dog, both through history and currently.

We will explore data from both pedigree and DNA studies to learn about inbreeding, relatedness and kinship, heterozygosity, genetic disorders, and variation within the breed (e.g., field vs show). We will cover the health issues of the breed and what breeders can do to reduce the risk of genetic disorders in the dogs they breed. We will learn to use the DogsArk breeder tool, which provides the most advanced and comprehensive information available today about the genetics of dog breeds.

Students will be able to submit data for their own dogs from Embark to be included in the DogsArk Breeder Tool.

TOPICS

This course will cover the basic concepts used in analyses of the genetics of dog breeds, including:
  • Fundamentals of breed genetics 
  • Inbreeding, kinship, heterozygisty, genomic and DLA diversity, population structure
  • Why inbreeding and genetic diversity matter in purebred dogs
  • Breeding practices that cause inbreeding and reduce genetic diversity
  • How to implement basic strategies to protect breed health
  • Introduction to new breeder tools for breeders

DATE & TIME

Five live, two hour lectures:
Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6 
5:00-7:00 PM

You will need a Facebook account and access to the internet to attend the live lectures.

All lectures will be recorded and available online during and after the course for registered participants. We will communicate for questions and discussions in a private Facebook group. 

There are no refunds after the course has started.