Severe Texas drought drying up Austin's famed Barton Springs Sep 4, 2009
Then we have problems with inbreeding, Dries said. Environmentalists have long been drawn to the springs. (KHOU.com, TX)
Petplan has dug up a need for health insurance Sep 1, 2009
For example, a pet owner could not get coverage for genetic ailments, yet many pedigree dogs come with some inherent flaws, the result of generations of inbreeding. Dalmatians, for instance, are known for their hearing problems. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Ugly underbelly of best in show Aug 23, 2009
AUSTRALIAN breeders of pedigree dogs are bracing for a barrage of criticism as a documentary highlighting shocking health problems caused by decades of inbreeding approaches television screens. The BBC documentary Pedigree Dogs Exposed shows graphic images of animals suffering with genetic diseases caused by the quest for the perfect dog. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Oregon Rep. Fights Palin, Gingrich Attacks Aug 14, 2009
You will never defeat the waves of ignorance that surge from the inbreeding of the Republican party ... " by the_majesty August 13, 2009 8:43 AM EDT misha256 --- If you think the Democrats are doing such a great job. Explain this ... Obama's approval rating today 48% Vinginia Governors race - Republican McDonnel has 9 point advantage. New Jersey Governors race -Incumbent Democrat trails by double digits. by midvale3 August 13, 2009 8:47 AM EDT by the_majesty August 13, 2009 8:43 AM EDT misha256... (CBS News -- US)
Daniel Newhauser | Green Valley News A feral cat over ArleneCates’shoulder looks for a handout in Arivaca. Colonies of cats are common in the town. Aug 2, 2009
Rampant inbreeding leads to recessed tails and sometimes the kittens are missing the lower part of their spine that houses the nerve endings that control bowel movements. They have to be euthanized. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Inbred Bumblebees Less Successful Jul 26, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 26, 2009) Declining bumblebee populations are at greater risk of inbreeding, which can trigger a downward spiral of further decline. Researchers have provided the first proof that inbreeding reduces colony fitness under natural conditions by increasing the production of reproductively inefficient diploid males ... In situations of inbreeding, however, the likelihood of generating a freak diploid male is increased. (Science Daily)
Conservative Group Sought $2M Endorsement Jul 18, 2009
" ------------------ Ain't that the truth....what a bunch of CONServitard losers! by ToolMangler1 July 17, 2009 5:20 PM EDT by ConstantineXI July 17, 2009 2:44 PM EDT And Obama receives the second largest campaign donations from Fannie Mae, gets a sweetheart deal from corrupt felon Tony Rezko, spends 20 years in an anti Semitic church, endorses corrupt pay to play Blagoyevich, and promotes the vote fraud organization ACORN and you don't apply the same standards. Focus on the real outrage, which... (CBS News -- Politics)
Pet Headquarters agrees to stop selling dogs (1) Jul 14, 2009
"However, Sill said LCA had sent investigators to breeders that Lambriar purchases puppies from and have found almost all to be puppy mills with inhumane conditions.Madden signed a statement with LCA that he would never sell dogs again, in addition to accepting 10,000 from the organization for his puppy containers that held the dogs that were for sale in the store."At LCA it is our goal to change the way the pet trade does business, not put them out of business," said Sills, who added that LCA... (Malibu Times, CA)
Experts Call For Federal Regulation Of Genetic Ancestry Testing Jul 4, 2009
Now, imagine that some time later, you learn that your DNA has been used for other studies on topics you never expected schizophrenia, human migration, inbreeding. Although your name isn't attached to the sample anymore, scientists are using your DNA to draw conclusions about your community and your ancestors. (Science Daily)
Like humans, birds avoid inbreeding Jul 1, 2009
The researchers, led by Richard Wagner from the Konrad Lorenz Institute for Ethology of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, said avoidance of inbreeding is evident among humans, and has been demonstrated in some shorebirds, mice and sand lizards ... The scientists said they tracked 10 genetic markers to investigate whether kittiwakes avoid inbreeding by pairing with genetically distant mates, and whether inbreeding reduces the number of chicks they raised ... They found most pairs avoid inbreeding... (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
2nd home for lions in trouble Jun 23, 2009
00004000 Besides, inbreeding over a period of time can render a population confined to a single area genetically weak, as they don't get the chance to mate with stronger partners from other geographical areas, making them more prone to diseases, he said. Gir lions are also threatened by poaching, man-animal conflict and accidents. (India Times, India)
Mekong dolphins on brink of extinction Jun 21, 2009
Limited genetic diversity due to inbreeding was another factor in the dolphin deaths. "The Mekong River dolphins are isolated from other members of their species and they need our help. Science has shown that if the habitat of cetaceans is protected then populations can show remarkable resilience," said Teak. (India Times, India)
Cheetahs thrive in Namibia Jun 19, 2009
The centre is creating a genetic database of all the cheetahs that pass through t 00004000 heir care, hoping to prevent inbreeding when the animals are released back into the wild by ensuring that close relatives are sent to different regions. Some are collared and tracked by satellite. (India Times, India)
Homosexuality is natural Jun 18, 2009
Oxnard wrote on Jun 17, 2009 1:32 PM:" Res- I think gays should have the right to marry as should any consenting adults, in any number or combination, that agree to the relationship. As far as benefits, etc, it must be applied to only 1 partner of choice as a matter of practicality. You must also disallow relationships where it is scientifically proven that the offspring will be reetarded, as is currently the law with siblings, and up to I believe first cousins. We don't want to end up like the... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Mekong river dolphin near extinct: WWF Jun 18, 2009
Inbreeding among the small population could have also contributed to weakened immune systems of the young dead dolphins, all of whom were under two weeks old. "The Mekong River dolphins are isolated from other members of their species and they need our help," said WWF Cambodia country director Seng Teak, adding that the mammals "can show remarkable resilience" if their habitat is protected. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Cute kitten given new life May 17, 2009
The other kitten, which had health problems as a result of inbreeding, was not so lucky. The kittens had been living in a small house with 30 other cats before being surrendered to a local vet when their owner became seriously ill. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Blind dolphins in trouble May 1, 2009
As a result the risk of inbreeding "could lead to infertility and then extinction," Bhagat added. An alarming increase in pollution from untreated sewage dumps, illegal pesticides, and industrial and agricultural waste also threaten their survival. (India Times, India)
Lodi Unified School District’s defibrillators: They aren’t worth the liability Apr 18, 2009
t jefferson wrote on Apr 12, 2009 10:16 AM:" Wow JB, your attempt at a veiled insult is juvenile at best. It wounds me, but not mortally. Here let me show you. Lee, what you see in JB is the result of a long line of Eugenics experiments conducted by the progressives in this country. Instead of the expected outcome though, the result was the same as you get in some of the royal lines in Europe and the isolated valleys of the Appalachian mnts. Some call it inbreeding others call it stupidity. I... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Inbreeding Was Major Cause Of Fall Of Spanish Habsburg Dynasty Apr 17, 2009
Gonzalo Alvarez and colleagues at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain have provided genetic evidence to support the historical evidence that the high frequency of inbreeding (mating between closely related individuals) within the dynasty was a major cause for the extinction of its male line. Using the genealogical information for Charles II and 3,000 of his relatives and ancestors across 16 generations, the researchers calculated the inbreeding coefficient (F) for each individual;... (Science Daily)
Scientists: Incest Doomed European Royal Dynasty Apr 16, 2009
Charles II, last Habsburg king of Spain, who had severe physical and mental problems caused by inbreeding. Charles II, last Habsburg king of Spain, who had severe physical and mental problems caused by inbreeding ... It had been suggested that this high degree of inbreeding led to the eventual extinction of the line when the "physically disabled, mentally retarded and disfigured" Charles II died after two childless marriages, the authors wrote. (Fox News)
Inbreeding: Downfall of a Spanish dynasty Apr 16, 2009
For the first time, inbreeding theory is examined from a genetic perspective ... It had been suggested that this high degree of inbreeding led to the eventual extinction of the line when the "physically disabled, mentally retarded and disfigured" Charles II died after two childless marriages, the authors wrote ... Gonzalo Alvarez and his colleagues at the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain calculated what is called the inbreeding coefficient for each individual across 16 generations... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Inbreeding killed Spain's Habsburgs Apr 15, 2009
Inbreeding brought down Spain's Habsburgs - Science - Health & Science - The Times of India ... Inbreeding brought down Spain's Habsburgs ... WASHINGTON: Rare inherited genetic disorders worsened by repeated inbreeding may have brought down the powerful Spanish Habsburg dynasty, Spanish researchers said on Tuesday. (India Times, India)
Inbreeding brought down Spain's Habsburgs Apr 15, 2009
WASHINGTON: Rare inherited genetic disorders worsened by repeated inbreeding may have brought down the powerful Spanish Habsburg dynasty, Spanish researchers said on Tuesday. Checks of genealogical charts and analysis of King Charles II's reported health problems suggest he may have had two rare conditions called combined pituitary hormone deficiency and distal renal tubular acidosis, the researchers speculated in the Public Library of Science journal PLoS ONE.. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Bone Deformities Linked To Inbreeding In Isle Royale Wolves Apr 12, 2009
Scientists from Michigan Technological University blame the extreme inbreeding of the small, isolated wolf population at the island National Park in northern Lake Superior ... Researchers have collected the first scientific evidence that inbreeding has caused genetic deterioration of the bones of the wolves of Isle Royale ... "Until recently, we didn t know if the inbreeding was causing problems for the wolves," says Vucetich. (Science Daily)
Inbreeding taking a toll on Michigan wolves Apr 9, 2009
The two dozen or so gray wolves that wander an island chain in northwestern Lake Superior are suffering from backbone malformations caused by genetic inbreeding, posing yet another challenge to their prospects for long-term survival, according to wildlife biologists ... Scientists had long watched for problems from inbreeding, such as poor survival rates for pups ... Living on the edgeSpinal malformation from inbreeding poses no immediate threat of extinction, Peterson said. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Iran Charges U.S. Reporter With Espionage Apr 9, 2009
There is too much inbreeding in the middle east, they are all lunatics, especially that little rat faced president. Posted by iowa0319 at 12:47 PM : Apr 8, 2009. (CBS News)
Letters to the editor Apr 9, 2009
Finally, someone has exposed the inbreeding at the top of the capitalist financial world. (Charles Piller, you are my hero. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Congressman: Pelosi 'crazy,' 'mean as a snake'... Apr 8, 2009
the comments are scary, but they confirm what a lot of people in the country have long suspected--alabamians are beginning to show the long term effects of inbreeding. Anonymous said. (The Drudge Report)
Kari Knutson: So long, Springfield; you’ve been a pleasant escape Apr 5, 2009
Kari Knutson: So long, Springfield; you ve been a pleasant escape : Winona Daily News. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Winona Daily News, MN)
* World News Quick Take Apr 3, 2009
Beardsley Zoo director Gregg Dancho said the deformity could be the result of too much inbreeding or the parents exposure to pesticides or poisons. CANADA. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
2-nosed bunny surprises pet shop owner Apr 2, 2009
Beardsley Zoo director Gregg Dancho says the deformity could be the result of too much inbreeding or the parents' exposure to pesticides or poisons. Store workers have begun a naming contest with Cyrano de Bergerac and Deuce among the contenders so far. (MSNBC -- Health)
Cult Mom Pleads Guilty To Starving Son, 1 Apr 1, 2009
Cults are suseptable to weak minds because of 'inbreeding. Posted by toolmangler-2009 at 4:06 PM : Mar 31, 2009. (CBS News)
Groups to ask SV council for animal sale ordinance Mar 26, 2009
The congenital defect is a cause of inbreeding, Will wrote. We heard this over and over again, Politi said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
With Designer Dogs Can Come Designer Diseases Mar 15, 2009
Critics Say Purebred Dogs Have Health Problems Because of Inbreeding, Show Standards ... Mating of direct relatives, or inbreeding, also happens ... They likened pedigree dog breeding to the eugenics principles of Adolf Hitler and questioned the practices of inbreeding and breeding to a "standard.". (ABC News)
First Look At Genetic Dynamics Of Inbreeding Depression Mar 14, 2009
Although scientists have known for more than a century that small populations of closely related plants or animals are likely to suffer from low reproductive success, the exact mechanism by which this inbreeding depression occurs is still the subject of debate. The new study, in Conservation Biology, is the first to look at inbreeding depression as it relates to the expression of all of an organism s genes to see which are more or less active in inbred populations and what they do ... The six... (Science Daily)
Will Obama mirror Bush power grab? Mar 12, 2009
Things passed on to them by the inbreeding of their parents ... Things passed on to them by the inbreeding of their parents. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Designer Dogs Face Genetic Diseases Mar 12, 2009
Critics Say Purebred Dogs Have Health Problems Because of Inbreeding, Show Standards ... Critics say purebred dogs have health problems due to inbreeding and show standards ... Mating of direct relatives, or inbreeding, also happens. (ABC News)
Wikipedia vandals Mar 7, 2009
Log on to the site at various points in the past few weeks and you will have read that Mr Cameron, whose page was visited 72,441 times last month, is a typical product of aristocratic "inbreeding", was nearly recruited by British Telecom when he was a student (he was in fact approached by the KGB, proving that truth is sometimes stranger than fiction) and that his daddy bought him the Conservative Party. You will also have read that Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg, whose page was viewed 8,589 times... (BBC News -- Technology)
Should 'puppy mills' be inspected by the state? Mar 6, 2009
The puppies at the dog-breeding facilities, primarily designer toy breeds, are plagued with chronic health and temperament problems, often the results of inbreeding, LaHay said. We need to weed out the bad actors, the irresponsible breeders, she said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
SARS spurs China to act on AIDS Mar 4, 2009
As if things weren't already bad enough for the males of endangered species, as their gene pool shrinks, inbreeding can hamper their reproductive efforts ... As if things weren't already bad enough for the males of endangered species, as their gene pool shrinks, inbreeding can hamper their reproductive efforts. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Smart switching could solve communication tangle Mar 4, 2009
As if things weren't already bad enough for the males of endangered species, as their gene pool shrinks, inbreeding can hamper their reproductive efforts. 18:31 03 March 2009 2 comments. (Yahoo News -- Instant Messaging)
German Shorthaired Pointers Feb 23, 2009
This means that the breeder has a plan for which dogs they will breed in order to eliminate or minimise problems that arise from inbreeding. To find out about reputable and registered breeders check out the , go to dog shows, or do research on kennels in your area on the internet. (Suite101.com)
Vols stalk state of Georgia Feb 21, 2009
Studies have demonstrated that the areas within 100 miles of Knoxville are notorious for inbreeding. Tennessee must leave the state to recruit because of the dearth of quality high school athletes within its borders. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Woman in critical condition after being mauled by dogs Feb 11, 2009
Inbreeding and taking puppies away from their litter before 8 weeks are two huge reasons why dogs will go bad no matter what. Before you buy a dog, do some research and make sure it's not coming from a puppymill because the chances are higher that you'll get a bad egg. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Inbreeding Insects Cast Light On Longer Female Lifespans Feb 10, 2009
9, 2009) Inbreeding can unexpectedly extend male lifespan. Insect experiments described in the open access journal BMC Evolutionary Biology have shown that, in seed beetles, inbreeding causes males to live longer, while shortening female lifespan ... She said, "Sex differences in lifespan are ubiquitous throughout the animal kingdom but the causes underlying this phenomenon remain poorly understood. We used sex-specific responses to inbreeding to study the genetic architecture of lifespan and... (Science Daily)
