- Dog Coat Color Genetics - by OpalescenceKennels, journal
- Dog Coat Color Genetics -
TERMS
Genotype = the genetic "code" that dictates an animals phenotype.
Phenotype = quite simply, the animal's appearance. This is dictated by the genotype.
PREMADE GENOTYPES
These basic genotypes can be used as "bases" if you are starting out with genetics; markings can be easily added on the end. Unnecessary genes that do not directly affect the dog's appearance or the appearance of its offspring have been omitted. Correct me if I make any mistakes. :P
Black dog = KK-BB-DD-EE-AyAy
Brindle dog = kbrkbr-BB-DD-EE-AyAy
Liver Brindle dog = kbrkbr-bb-DD-EE-AyAy
Blue Brindle dog = kbrkbr-BB-dd-EE-AyAy
Liver (chocolate) dog = KK-bb-DD-EE-A