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  3. Ian Duncan has led a team of researchers in studying the cause of a rare tremor disorder in Weimaraners

Study identifies gene mutation as cause of canine tremor disorder

Weimaraners – sleek, athletic dogs originally bred for hunting - are known for their striking, silver-tinged coats. Unfortunately, they also are known for a rare tremor disorder reported widely throughout North America and Europe.

Read the full article at: http://news.wisc.edu/study-identifies-gene-mutation-as-cause-of-canine-tremor-disorder/
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