Whippet color genetics

An old but very good summary of whippet (and sighthound) color genetcs is here: click!

New studies have shown that the old information on canine color genetics contained some errors. I've updated this page to
reflect what I have learned of the latest information. It is now known that dominant black is not on the A locus and brindle
is not on the E locus. It hasn't yet been determined where they ARE, but for now they are both being assigned to the K
locus.

NOTE: for some examples of breedings and the genetic color analysis of the parents and puppies click here

For examples of what you CAN'T get - click here

I've added a new page showing how a puppy's color can change from their birth color - click here

I've added a new page showing eye colors - click here

Dogs have two major types of pigment in their coats. One is red/yellow, the other is black. The color varieties have to be
formed by various genes controlling the amount, extent, and distribution of these pigments - individually, in combination, or
in competition with one another.

NOTE: in the following descriptions "Dark" refers to both blue and black, also "fawn" can range in shade from pale yellow to darkest red