[quote=Warthog]Also here you will see it took three generations of backcorssing to regain Boxer phenotype after an initial cross with a Corgi. [/quote]Interesting experiment! 8) [quote=Warthog]Mutt is a derogatory term that derives from the abhorence for racial miscegenation combined with the tendency to project human values to dogs (eg. dogs as status symbols).[/quote]Excellent observation! Isn't it interesting in this context that the formation of kennel clubs and the strict requirements for genetic purity all started in the late 19th to early 20th century?! :idea: [quote=FrogDogZ & Warthog]I've always assumed a 'mutt' is whatever it is that the guy you don't like is breeding. Thus it is a word you can pretty much attach to any dog you don't like.[/quote]You mean, it might be highly subjective? :wink: Best regards, Dan