Summary
Dubbed 'radiation hounds,' these canines have undergone genetic changes that allow them to endure the nuclear aftermath much better than anticipated. A total of 52 genes linked to contamination exposure were discovered among roughly 500 dogs studied.
A total of 52 genes linked to contamination exposure were discovered among roughly 500 dogs studied by scientists. The Chernobyl Dog Research Initiative has been tracking the animals since 2017.
