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Obesity-Prone Dogs and Humans Share Genetic Variants
Dogs are a good model for studying human obesity because they develop obesity through similar environmental influences as humans, according to the researchers. And because dogs within any given breed have a high degree of genetic similarity, their genes can be more easily linked to disease.
New study reveals that dog obesity gene is shared by humans
Dogs' history of selective breeding makes them an ideal species for studying the balance between genetics, diet, and lifestyle in weight gain for humans.
Humans and Labradors share genes that predisposes them to obesity
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have identified a bunch of genes linked to obesity in dogs – and found the very same ones in humans predisposed to putting on weight too.
Labradors’ overeating gene may explain human obesity risk, researchers say
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
Study finds common obesity gene between Labradors and humans
A study from the University of Cambridge has uncovered a genetic link between Labrador retrievers and humans that sheds new light on obesity
How a Labrador retriever’s genes might affect the dog’s obesity risk
Understanding the genetics of Labrador retriever obesity may help dog owners mitigate their best friend’s weight gain.
Humans and dogs share genes linked to obesity
Researchers examining British Labrador retrievers have identified multiple genes connected to canine obesity. The investigations revealed that these same genes, including one called DENND1B, are associated with obesity in humans as well.
Labradors and humans share the same obesity genes
Pippa flops by the Aga oven chewing on a stick. At just 12 weeks old, this Labrador retriever puppy looks cute but clueless. But when she hears the word "biscuit," her entire demeanor changes. Ears pricked,
Dog obesity gene shared by humans: study
Second, the study allowed researchers to quantify genetic risk for obesity in individual dogs — and the level of effort required to keep them at a healthy weight. This is easier to measure in dogs than in humans, since their diet and exercise are entirely controlled by their owners.
Shocking Discovery: The Gene Behind Obesity in Humans and Labradors Revealed
Researchers have discovered that genes linked to obesity in Labradors are also present in humans. The DENND1B gene, which regulates energy balance in the body, is strongly associated with obesity in both species.
Scientists link genetic appetite control in Labradors to human obesity
Dr. Eleanor Raffan from the University of Cambridge shared that “by studying dogs, we’ve honed in on some interesting new biology here.” UK scientists have learned that Labradors, in particular, tend to have a persistent appetite and are more susceptible to being under the category of “overweight” in their health,
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New Obesity Gene Identified Causes Dogs to Want More Food–And it’s Also in Humans Prone to Over-Eating
Obesity genes that cause dogs to pile on the pounds have been identified, with the same genes associated with obesity in ...
What chunky dogs and obese people have in common — and what it tells us about weight loss
Howl-lelujah! Dogs and humans are fatter than ever — it’s no surprise that overweight people tend to have overweight dogs.
It may not be all your fault if your dog is fat, scientists say
The researchers noted that dogs with a high genetic risk of weight gain did not necessarily become obese if they followed a ...