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Light copper British Shorthair Cat Lying on Sofa
Cat

May 29, 2025 By Casey Knox DVM

Sunshine, Copper, and Flaxen Gold: CORIN in Cats

Wideband coat types are now know to be strongly influenced by the CORIN gene, with newly discovered variants called sunshine, extreme sunshine, and copper already discovered. Read more to learn about this active area of...
DNA nucleic acid markers in a test tube
Disorder

December 05, 2024 By Wisdom Breeder Team

Direct vs. Linked Marker Tests

Not all genetic tests use the same kind of DNA marker tests. Some directly measure the causative mutation, some don’t. Some use AI or machine learning, some are traditionally determined. Read on to learn about...
Understanding Dog Color Genetics
Dog

December 05, 2024 By Wisdom Breeder Team

Understanding Dog Color Genetics

Color traits in dogs are complicated. Learn the basics of color genetics in dogs, including Agouti, Extension, Dominant Black, Parti Coloring, Chocolate and Dilution.
Genetic Mutation Gives Cats a 'Salty Licorice' Coat Color
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November 15, 2024 By Heidi Anderson

Genetic Mutation Gives Cats a 'Salty Licorice' Coat Color

See the newest cat coat pattern, “salty licorice,” discovered by Wisdom Panel™ geneticist Heidi Anderson, PhD. Read on to learn more about this beautiful and unique pattern.
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