March 1, 2008

Why a mongrel will always trump the pedigree chump

Taken from Daily Mail, January 28, 2008, page 17.

Key quotes of the news article:
"when it comes to intelligence, scientists say the crossbreed wins, paws down"

"mongrels have superior spatial awareness and are better at solving problems"

"...well-suited to working for the police, for the blind, and as sheepdogs"

"it might be wise for the police to consider training crossbreeds"

"[pedigree animals] are susceptible to medical problems that arise from inbreeding"

"crossing breeds definitely makes for a good mix in terms of adaptability and temperament"

"[Guide dogs for the Blind Association] will always produce purebred dogs because some of our clients still want them"

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