Jane Brackman, PhD
PhD
Jane Brackman, PhD, is an authority on the cultural history of canine domestication and the author of two books on pets in 19th-century America.
Recent Kinship articles by Jane Brackman, PhD
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The Debate on Canine Domestication
Your dog’s origin story.
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Do English Bulldogs Face Extinction?
One of the most popular breeds in the world is also one of the least genetically diverse, causing huge implications for the breed.
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Cancer in Dogs: A Large-Scale Study Offers Hope
Research on Golden Retrievers may help reduce the risk of cancer in all dogs.
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Are There Differences Between Guide Dog Breeds?
From puppy to partner, guide dogs are a special breed.
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Everything You Need to Know About Your Dog’s Gut Microbiome
Microscopic organisms may reveal pathways to better health for your pet.
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Why Breed Standards Don’t Work
Breeders, judges, and historians talk about breed standards — learn how they’re supposed to work and why they don’t.
