Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies

The Guardian reports that scientists have used gene editing to remove the allergy-causing protein from beagles. Matt Walker, one of the researchers, had previously been unable to pet a dog without sneezing — until working with a gene-edited beagle named Bailey. Now, Walker can feed Bailey treats and play fetch in Central Park without any allergic reaction, suggesting a potential future treatment for people with dog allergies.

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