The University of Nottingham published a report on dog fertility (male)
August 2016. The University of Nottingham published a report on dog fertility (male) . After analyzing fertility in stud (male) dogs over a 26 year period, the university noted a significant decline in semen quality.
Unfortunately no, as the decline in dog fertility is synonymous with ailing dog health.
The University of Nottingham observed “environmental contaminants” in the sperm and testes of adult dogs, resulting in lower fertility: “[we] were able to demonstrate that chemicals found in the sperm and testes of adult dogs – and in some commercially available pet foods
Simply put, domesticated dogs are exposed to more chemicals today than ever before – whether it is in dog food, drinking water, or other environmental components (i.e. pesticides used on plants and grass) – and this is causing a buildup of toxins in their reproductive organs and hurting their ability to reproduce.
Could it be that we are exposing ourselves to the same toxic chemicals that are hurting our furry friends? Jury’s still out, but all evidence suggest this is the case.
