The Dog Genone

"We may be more like dogs than we think."  Go figure.  They estimate the dog genome is around 19,300 genes, but that there are around 20,000 genetic differences between species. Sheesh. How the hail does that work out?

 ScienceDaily -- Molecular biologists have completely sequenced the first dog genome. Understanding how genetics plays a role in canine diseases could lead to new treatments for diseases shared by humans, such as diabetes, epilepsy and cancer. Breeders could also soon be able to check the purity of pedigrees by sending dogs' cheek swabs to the lab.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/videos/2006/0704-doggy_genes.htm#