Karthickeyan, S.M.K.Sivaselvam, S.N.Tirumurugaan, K.G.Hisham, A.TANUVAS2017-09-122017-09-122014http://krishikosh.egranth.ac.in/handle/1/5810030920The indigenous dog breeds of Tamil Nadu have a long historical association with wars, hunting and social bondage and effective guarding of farm animals. Despite their unique qualities, the number of dogs under each breed is decreasing alarmingly. Hence, a study was conducted to characterize the native dog breeds of Tamil Nadu using microsatellite markers and to estimate the genetic relationship among these breeds; which will ultimately help in the conservation of these treasured germplasm.en-USThesis