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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Nicola Davis Science correspondent

Dog breeds must be ‘rebooted’ to halt health problems, says expert

Cavalier King Charles spaniel dogs sitting outdoors among autumn leaves
Cavalier King Charles spaniels have high rates of a spinal disease called syringomyel. Photograph: Irina Nedikova/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Dog breeds must be “rebooted” through careful cross-breeding to save them from ingrained health problems, a leading expert has said.

From French bulldogs with spinal and respiratory issues to cavalier King Charles spaniels with skull malformations and heart problems, many breeds are prone to specific disorders.

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