Dog Breeding and Genetics
Prerequisites: None
Course length: 6 lessons
Purpose: To provide the information needed for a critical discussion concerning the relevance and consideration of genetics in dog breeding.
Course Info: Gain an understanding of the role genetics play in producing behaviors and aptitudes in dogs. This course will provide a thorough understanding of the nature of heredity; evolutionary and behavioral genetics; the application of genetics to specific breeds; the art of breed selection; breeding for coat and color; improving structural traits and how to control for genetic disorders. Students will come away with an understanding of how genetics influence both the physical and behavioral characteristics of the dog. The emphasis will be on genetics.
Course Objectives: Coming soon.
Course Cost (Register above):
Not currently available.
Live—You will speak to the instructor in an online “classroom” with other students. Choose from the listed times in the Course Registration box above.
OnDemand/Recorded—Watch classes "OnDemand"- at your own pace. Click on "OnDemand/Recorded Session" under "Register for Recorded Class" above.
Certification/For Credit-You will participate fully in the class with required homework and tests. You will send in homework (may include video) to learn "hands on" with the instructor examining and providing individualized feedback, attention and assistance on course material.
Audited-You will participate fully in the class with no required homework or tests.
The instructor will not provide any assistance out of class such as viewing your videos in order to be able to give you individualized feedback.
Course currently not available.
