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[โ€“] Kecessa 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Same genes that makes some breeds hairless also has an impact on dental health. My Powderpuff (hairy Chinese Crested) has good teeth but they're known for have teeth issues because most of the breed is hairless (66% chance of being hairless when coming from two hairless parents, if two hairless genes are transferred then the embryo is unviable).