German shepherd dogs are dying slowly due to human preferences

Referring to the smartest, most powerful dogs, we cannot ignore the German shepherd (German shepherd). Isn't it natural that the team of police dogs in the world are mostly bitch dogs?

However, a recent study is showing a cruel truth: this dog is dying, and the cause is due to the breeding process of human preference.

Specifically, experts from the Royal Veterinary University (UK) said that German Shepherd Dog is having a lot of musculoskeletal problems. They looked at more than half a million bulls at more than 400 veterinary institutes, and realized that as many as 1/6 died of musculoskeletal diseases, of which 15% could not stand up.

Catoria dog won the 2016 Crufts competition.

This research stems from a dog show competition that took place in 2016. At that time, the dog won the "most beautiful" prize, a bastard named Cruaghaire Catoria . However, the noteworthy point is that Catoria's back is bent, and it is difficult for him to walk normally.

Experts then decided to delve into the research and discovered many German shingles with arthritis and skeletal muscle. According to Dr. Dan O'Neill - research director: "This dog is second in its ability to become infected during breeding."

"Our research shows that one of the most common diseases is arthritis , and they often occur due to human breeding. We deliberately choose traits that match human aesthetics - like bent back and hind legs lower - without regard to their health condition later ".

Pictures of German shepherd dogs 100 years ago and now.

Actual figures also show that the causes of the death of German shepherds - both in police and family pets - are arthritis and are unable to stand up. In addition, those who have not died from illness will have to live a life filled with pain.

"It has been reported that German calves have abnormal joint problems, spinal degeneration, even bone cancer. But this time, we have to investigate this condition. How important is it, " said O'Neill.

Today, German Shepherd dogs are also easier to diarrhea, obese, and have problems controlling aggression.

Not only did osteoarthritis, Dr. O'Neill said that German shepherd is also easier to diarrhea, obese, and has problems controlling aggression.

Currently, this breed is listed as a "need to watch and support" list.

The study is published in Canine Genetics and Epidemiology.