WM Farms Midnight Run

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Name:               Nova

DOB:                  March 23, 2025
Coat:                  Medium Golden
Weight:              55 Lbs.
Registration:    AKC  SS51777905
Microchip:        900263002820923

OFA Certs:        Test Results

Tested CLEAR: CI1, CI2, CMS, DM, NCL, PRA1, PRA2, PRCD, SAN

Retriever Data:

Coefficient Of Inbreeding (COI): 0%
Ancestor Loss Coefficient (AVK): 87.68%
(10 generations: 45.21% complete) 

K9 Data:

Unique Ancestors Found: 1125 of 2046

10 generations: 62.6% complete.

Of the top 100 contributing ancestors in her pedigree NONE of them are shared in either the maternal and paternal lines.  An outcross pedigree with zero shared ancestry in the first 10 generations is a literal genetic goldmine for golden retriever breed preservation.

VGL Haplotypes (UC Davis):  

1003 & 2001 Are unique to our program

DLA I               DLA II

1003 @ 14%      2001 @ 14%

1065 @ 26%      2048 @ 27%

Outcrossed pedigree or an open-pedigree in golden retriever breed preservation is a critical strategy in population genetics to mitigate the Popular Sire Effect, a phenomenon where a few highly decorated or physically desirable males sire a large percentage of the next generation. This over-reliance causes significant, long-term harm to the breed's genetic health.  Nova is here to help lower mean Kinship and COI.  

• Preservation of Genetic Diversity: By utilizing a broader, more diverse range of stud dogs, breeders prevent the gene pool from narrowing, which is essential for the long-term sustainability of the breed.
• Reduced Inbreeding Coefficients (COI): Overusing popular sires rapidly increases the inbreeding coefficient, which is linked to reduced fertility, smaller litter sizes, and shorter lifespans. Avoiding these sires keeps COI levels at or below the annual breed average.
• Limiting the Spread of Genetic Diseases: Popular sires, despite having good phenotypic traits (appearance), may carry hidden recessive genetic defects. The excessive use of a single male can rapidly spread these harmful genes throughout the population.