What makes a dog.....a dog? This talk by Elinor Karlsson examines the interplay of genes and environment in shaping personality, behavior, and the health of our pet dogs. Contrary to common belief, a dog's breed has a surprisingly small effect on their behavior. Traits we typically associate with specific breeds are found in all breeds to varying degrees.

The talk ("Would a Labrador By Any Other Name Be As Sweet? Chasing the Tale of Why Dogs Are More Than Their Breed") is this year's Juanita Greer White Distinguished Lecturer series entry, It is free, but you do need to reserve your spot.

Elinor Karlsson is Associate Professor at UMass Chan Medical School and Science Director of Darwin’s Ark Foundation,