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The white gene is a dominant gene, but it is unique because it is a masking gene. Masking is a term used to describe a gene that disguises underlying coat colors and patterns.
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An understanding of the various types of patterns of inheritance is a basic component to the development of a successful breeding program. Learn the 10 main ways a gene can be inherited in cats.
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Every cat breeder can learn how genetics works. It begins with knowing the basic component parts, and becoming familiar with the terminology involved when discussing genetics. It really is easier than you think. Let's get started!
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Learn the few simple rules of genetic notation that you need to know to understand a cat's individual genetic makeup, and to plan your breeding program.
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This article discusses the most common genes that determine coat color in cats. Knowing these genes and their genetic symbols is the first step in understanding how coat color is inherited, and being able to determine and plan for the coat colors possible from a specific breeding.
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Knowing the terminology used in a discussion about genetics is the first step towards understanding the principles of feline heredity.
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Whether breeding carnations, cattle or cats, every breeder must understand the meaning and implication of hybrid vigor in their breeding program.
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An Inbreeding Coefficient (IC) is the same as a Coefficient of Inbreeding (COI). Regardless of which name you use, the cat breeder needs to understand what it is and how to apply COIs in your breeding program. This is the first article in a three-part series that will help you understand more.
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This is the second article in a three-part series about Inbreeding Coefficients (ICs). In this article we discuss how to determine the ICs for your own breeding program, with emphasis on how to decide how many generations to go back in a pedigree when making your calculations..
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This is the third article in a three-part series about Inbreeding Coefficients (ICs). In this article we discuss how to determine the ICs for your cats, and how to use them to help you determine the best mating pairs in own breeding program.
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