SciShow Talk Show - Selective Breeding & the Rat

The SciShow Talk Show features Nick Jenkins discussing the characteristics and history of Pembroke and Cardigan Welsh Corgis, emphasizing their roles as working dogs. The conversation shifts to selective breeding, highlighting its impact on dog breeds and the rapid variation it can produce. The discussion also touches on breeding instincts into dogs and the challenges of selective breeding, such as health issues. The episode concludes with a segment on selective breeding in rats, showcasing different traits and breeds.

What are the potential downsides of selective breeding mentioned in the text?

How does selective breeding relate to the concept of inbreeding?

What is the difference between instinctual behaviors and trained behaviors in dogs?

What are some characteristics of the rats discussed in the text?