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Why Labradors lose control of their limbs

By Ewen Callaway

24 September 2008

Video: Why Labradors lose control of their limbs

Scientists have discovered a gene responsible for a mysterious disease that causes Labrador retrievers to lose control of their hind legs when they run too hard.

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