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Do you think dogs are genetically engineered? Why or why not?
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Dogs are not genetically engineered in the way that some crops or animals might be through modern genetic engineering techniques, such as CRISPR. However, they have been selectively bred by humans for thousands of years to amplify certain traits, leading to the wide variety of dog breeds we see today. This process, known as artificial selection, has resulted in significant genetic changes over generations, allowing for traits such as size, coat type, and temperament to be enhanced or diminished according to human preferences.
The diversity among dog breeds is a result of this long history of selective breeding, rather than direct genetic modification at the molecular level. While some modern breeding practices may utilize genetic testing to inform breeding decisions and reduce hereditary diseases, this is different from creating genetically engineered organisms where genes are directly altered or inserted.
In summary, while dogs are not genetically engineered per se, they have been profoundly shaped by human intervention through selective breeding.
The diversity among dog breeds is a result of this long history of selective breeding, rather than direct genetic modification at the molecular level. While some modern breeding practices may utilize genetic testing to inform breeding decisions and reduce hereditary diseases, this is different from creating genetically engineered organisms where genes are directly altered or inserted.
In summary, while dogs are not genetically engineered per se, they have been profoundly shaped by human intervention through selective breeding.
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