Canadian Angus Association - Genetic Defects: Dwarfism

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Canadian Angus Association
#142, 6715 - 8th Street NE
Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7
(403) 571-3580

Dwarfism (DW)

There are several types of dwarfism in the Angus breed. Dwarf calves are typically born with very short legs and a stout fat body.

A test is available for the D2 mutation of Dwarfism. Please contact Kajal for information and to arrange testing.

DW Carrier animals
List last updated June 4, 2009