Our study aimed to provide historical context for these genetic findings by discovering clues such as introgression events that may correlate with large-scale human movements or mechanisms like trade, ...

Funding of €650,000 has been awarded for Oviflock – a project aiming to lay the foundation for genetic improvement in the ...

It took thousands of years to develop the world's extraordinary range of domesticated farm animals – an estimated 8,800 ...

They may look like your usual bundle of fluff or large Labrador pup, but these Maremma sheepdogs are a breed of their own.

The Briard, a majestic herding breed from France, is as hardworking as it is devoted. Originally bred to guard and herd sheep, this powerful and agile dog is known for its intelligence and unwavering ...

The perfect blend, if you ask us! The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large-breed dog that’s also one of Portugal's oldest livestock guardian varieties. This strong pup hails from the Estrella Mountains, ...

Komondors are large, sheep-herding dogs originally from Hungary. They are also called Hungarian Komondors or mop dogs. Komondors are excellent guardians and make great watchdogs. They are loyal and ...

Zhao et al. (2020) screened 73 candidate genes associated with tail fat formation, reproduction, and growth traits using three local Chinese sheep breeds based on the selective signature using the ...

They know how to work, they know how to protect, and they know how to steal your spot on the porch. So, if you’re looking for a dog that won’t flinch at hard work (or maybe a bear), these big farm ...

The large cat breed generally weighs between 15 and 20 ... Nicknamed ‘cats in sheep’s clothing,’ Selkirk rex cats may need occasional brushing – at least two or three times a week.

A UK based investment group has just purchased the world’s biggest sheep farm, based in Australia, that stretches to 1,046,323 hectares and has a rated carrying capacity of 87,421 sheep. Rawlinna ...

With that in mind, dog behaviour expert Will Atherton has shared three dog breeds he loves - but would never own.