Golden retrievers' cancer lessons

She was devastated as a pet owner. As a veterinary oncologist, she was unhappy.

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About 25% of other breeds acquire cancer, whereas over 60% of golden retrievers do.

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“All dogs can get cancer, but goldens are most likely,” Fritz said.

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They may have multiple cancer-related gene variations.

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We haven't narrowed them down enough to target them."

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However, this may change. Scientists are investigating this popular

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breed to aid dogs and understand human malignancies.

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