Pet Craze leads to Genetic Deffect!

Today, in a world of modern technology scientists has experienced a major breakthrough in exploring the study of genetics. Genetics, by definition, determines much (but not all) of the appearance and action of a certain organisms (wikipedia, 2006).

In Japan, the genetic technology is available to create the perfect pet for you. According to the New York Times (26/12/2006), you can make a poodle in a size of a teacup and it can fit in your purse or what about having a Chihuahua with blue eyes. Anything is possible with the right amount of money. To create your personalised dog you have to be willing to spend an amount of money, starting from $10.000.



However, it has been reported that with this new invention of technology there have been dogs with brain disorders so severe that they spent all day running in circles, and others with bones so frail they dissolved in their bodies. Many carry hidden diseases that crop up years later.

I am fascinated with the speed of technology in this 21st century. Nowadays, although, it still frowned upon, the study of genetics can also be implemented to create the perfect child. If you were Asian you are able to personalise your baby into having blond hair and blue eyes. It all sound so amazing.

What struck me by this news is that humans are capable to do countless of wonderful things but all of that has been useless due to money-oriented perspective. Societies today are so busy with creating the things that we 'want' rather than having to create the things that we 'need'. As much as I am intrigue with the many astounding things science can do I can’t help but to think when will society going to stop playing GOD and be happy with the things that we have.