Wei Liu , Jia Xuan

Institute of Life Science, Jiyang College of Zhejiang A&F University, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Animal Molecular Breeding, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 4   doi: 10.5376/amb.2024.14.0030
Received: 03 Jul., 2024    Accepted: 13 Aug., 2024    Published: 28 Aug., 2024

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Liu W., and Xuan J., 2024, Behavioral genetics in companion animals: current insights and future directions, Animal Molecular Breeding, 14(4): 288-296 (doi: 10.5376/amb.2024.14.0030)

This study explores the latest advances in behavioral genetics, emphasizing the identification of key genetic markers, the role of gene environment interactions, and the impact of variety specific characteristics on behavior. It includes strengthening training programs, identifying genetic diseases associated with behavioral problems, and supporting selective breeding to improve temperament and other practical applications. The case study of working dogs demonstrates that genetic and environmental factors are interdependent in optimizing task performance, emphasizing the potential of future technologies such as CRISPR and artificial intelligence to expand research to underserved species and personalized behavior management methods. This study aims to emphasize the transformative role of behavioral genetics in improving companion animal welfare and training methods.

Behavioral genetics; Companion animals; Gene-environment interactions; Animal welfare; Selective breeding