Association between androgen receptor gene and behavioral traits in cats (Felis catus).

ABSTRACT: Cats (Felis catus) are companions familiar to people worldwide. Despite their popularity, few studies have investigated the genetic background of their behavior. This study aimed to explore the relationship between candidate gene genotypes and behavioral traits in cats. Behavioral traits were assessed by cat owners using the Feline Behavioral Assessment and Research Questionnaire (Fe-BARQ), comprising 23 categories. The target gene was the androgen receptor gene (AR) associated with behavioral phenotypes such as aggressiveness across species. Specifically, the polymorphism of glutamine repeats within the AR exon 1 region was analyzed in 280 neutered/spayed mixed-breed cats (145 males and 135 females), revealing eight alleles with 15-22 repeats. These alleles were categorized into two group

SUBMITTER: Okamoto Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12118893 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature