September 26, 2003
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Genetic link between man and dog
By Maggie Fox, Health and Science Correspondent
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The gene map of man's best friend shows dogs are closely related to people and will add insights into our own genetics, U.S. scientists say.
The study found that, out of 24,000 clearly identified human genes, we share at least 18,000 with dogs.
The researchers hope to get some insight into what makes a Labrador want to swim and a border collie want to herd things.
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