overbred
Excessively selectively mated
Overbred describes animals bred with excessive attention to specific traits, often at the expense of health or vigor.
Purebred dogs are frequently overbred, resulting in genetic problems: The bulldog's breathing issues come from being overbred for a flat face.
Extended to people, overbred suggests excessive refinement or delicacy, often implying weakness or inbreeding among aristocratic families.
Abnormal joint formation
- brachycephalicHaving a broad, flattened skull
- congenital defectsAnomalies present from birth
- hereditary disordersIllnesses transmitted through lineage
- recessive genesAlleles expressed only when paired
deformities · mutations · gene pool · alleles · genetic predisposition · genetic drift · linebreeding · dysplasia
Record of descent
- lineageDescent from progenitors
- bloodlineAncestry through generations
- thoroughbredOf pure ancestral line
- kennel clubDog breed standards organization
show dog · champion · registry · conformation · ancestry · heritage · cattery · progeny
Reduced ability to fight infection
- fragilityEase of breaking
- susceptibilityLiability to influence
- health risksPotential causes of illness
- respiratory issuesConditions affecting airways
skin conditions · allergies · sensitivity · veterinary costs · chronic conditions
Commercial mass dog-breeding facilities
- backyard breedersUnregulated home animal reproducers
- mass productionLarge-scale standardized fabrication
- pet storesRetailers of domestic animals
- market saturationMaximum product penetration reached
consumer demand · unethical practices · exploitation · overproduction
Save from harm
- adoptionLegal family formation
- sheltersPlaces offering protection
- spayingSurgical sterilization of females
- neuteringSurgical sterilization of animals
overpopulation · sanctuary · rehabilitation · strays · humane treatment · genetic testing · health screening · outcrossing
hip dysplasia
Abnormal joint formation
- brachycephalicHaving a broad, flattened skull
- congenital defectsAnomalies present from birth
- hereditary disordersIllnesses transmitted through lineage
recessive genes · deformities · mutations · gene pool · alleles · genetic predisposition · genetic drift · linebreeding · dysplasia · malocclusion
pedigree
Record of descent
- lineageDescent from progenitors
- bloodlineAncestry through generations
- thoroughbredOf pure ancestral line
kennel club · show dog · champion · registry · conformation · ancestry · heritage · cattery · progeny · breeders
immunocompromised
Reduced ability to fight infection
- fragilityEase of breaking
- susceptibilityLiability to influence
- health risksPotential causes of illness
respiratory issues · skin conditions · allergies · sensitivity · veterinary costs · chronic conditions
puppy mills
Commercial mass dog-breeding facilities
- backyard breedersUnregulated home animal reproducers
- mass productionLarge-scale standardized fabrication
- pet storesRetailers of domestic animals
market saturation · consumer demand · unethical practices · exploitation · overproduction
rescue
Save from harm
- adoptionLegal family formation
- sheltersPlaces offering protection
- spayingSurgical sterilization of females
neutering · overpopulation · sanctuary · rehabilitation · strays · humane treatment · genetic testing · health screening · outcrossing · hybrid vigor