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Title
Mortality in north american dogs from 1984 to 2004: an investigation into age-, size-, and breed-related causes of death.
Authors
Fleming, J M; Creevy, K E; Promislow, D E L
Abstract
Anecdotal beliefs and limited research suggest variable patterns of mortality in age, size, and breed cohorts of dogs. Detailed knowledge of mortality patterns would facilitate development of tailored health-maintenance practices and contribute to the understanding of the genetic basis of disease.