Sequencing the dog genome has indicated that a single locus on chromosome 15 may play a major role in genetically distinguishing large dog breeds from small dog breeds.

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This statement is true. Studies have shown that a single locus on chromosome 15 is associated with size variation in dogs and can be used to distinguish between large and small dog breeds genetically.

Sequencing the Dog Genome Has Indicated That a Single Locus