Articles by Jane Brackman, PhD
Jane Brackman, PhD
Jane Brackman, PhD, is an authority on the cultural history of canine domestication and the author of two books on pets in 19th-century America.
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lifestyleDo English Bulldogs Face Extinction?
One of the most popular breeds in the world is also one of the least genetically diverse, causing huge implications for the breed.
One of the most popular breeds in the world is also one of the least genetically diverse, causing huge implications for the breed.
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healthCancer in Dogs: A Large-Scale Study Offers Hope
Research on Golden Retrievers may help reduce the risk of cancer in all dogs.
Research on Golden Retrievers may help reduce the risk of cancer in all dogs.
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behaviorAre There Differences Between Guide Dog Breeds?
From puppy to partner, guide dogs are a special breed.
From puppy to partner, guide dogs are a special breed.
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nutritionEverything You Need to Know About Your Dog’s Gut Microbiome
Microscopic organisms may reveal pathways to better health for your pet.
Microscopic organisms may reveal pathways to better health for your pet.
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Your dog’s origin story.
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behaviorWhy Breed Standards Don’t Work
Breeders, judges, and historians talk about breed standards — learn how they’re supposed to work and why they don’t.
Breeders, judges, and historians talk about breed standards — learn how they’re supposed to work and why they don’t.
