Tag: DNA
What Breed is My Dog? Here’s How to Tell Your Dog’s...
Depending on where you buy or adopt your new furry friend, you might not be 100% certain and will always wonder, "what breed is my...
What Breed Is My Dog? Here are 4 Easy Ways to...
A year ago, I got my mixed-breed dog Lily. She was only given by a family friend, who said she was a purebred Golden...
Top 5 Best Dog DNA Tests
The surest way to know your dog's breed is dig into their genes with the help of dog DNA tests. Not only will these...
How Accurate Are Dog DNA Tests?
In the very beginning, the use of dog DNA tests and determining the genetic origin of an individual dog was done mostly for fun...
TOP #94: How DNA Research Is Helping Dogs Around the World
I'm speaking with Dr. Angela Hughes, PhD and her work in canine genetics field. We discuss current research and what the future holds for pets and owners.
Our Dogs’ DNA Carry Cancer Genes from Over 10,000 Years Ago
Today’s American dogs have the DNA of a cancer gene that apparently wiped out the ancient dogs that originally roamed the Americas.
The history of...
The Vet’s Guide on DNA Tests for Dogs
Long before I went into veterinary practice, my first dog was a “pound puppy” — a stray that had been picked up by the...
The Importance of Studying Dog Genetics and How This Helps Pet...
There’s a booming market for studying dog genetics and here’s what dog owners need to know about it.
Some dog lovers believe that dogs behave...
Review: Wisdom Panel Dog DNA Test
Did you know that many pet owners are also using DNA technology to find out more about their canine companions? The Wisdom Panel Dog DNA Test is one of the most popular options of canine DNA test on the market.
Darwin’s Dogs Aim to Uncover Canine DNA Changes Caused by Domestication
Genetic testing breakthroughs in dogs are linking their breed, behavior, and health through DNA. “Darwin’s Dogs” is another new project that is paving the...
TOP #50: What Are Dog DNA Tests and Are They Reliable?
In this podcast episode I'm interviewing a representative from Embark, the current leader of dog DNA test kits. We speak about what DNA test kits for dogs are, how they work, their benefits and reliability.
Dog DNA Kit Comparison: Embark vs Wisdom Panel
It may be surprising to some, but Dog DNA tests in a lot of countries are more common than human DNA tests. They provide...