DNA breed identification kit for $52

[undeterred]

I haven't used this but I thought I would post it in case anyone is interested. This site offers DNA breed testing for much less than vets.

http://shop.fluffydogwellness.com/product.sc?productId=61

DNA Breed Identification Kit
Discover the breeds present in your dog through DNA.

Get a better understanding of your dog's behavior, potential health risks and personality. Simple and harmless collection technique that can be done at home.

"We had Huckelberry's DNA done by this lab and found out he is Borzoi, Labrador, and Chow. They send back a nice report with some general characteristics of the breeds they find in the DNA as well as a certificate of breeds for the dog. We were very happy with this company and have found that they are one of the least expensive to use. Our vet offers a similar service for $149, but we paid much less through Fluffy Dog Wellness." (Huckleberry is a Fluffy Dog Alumni, that we called and Irish Wolfhound. Most of our dogs are a combination of many dogs, that are quite difficult to pick out)

The DNA of any dog governs the appearance of the dog as well as being related to the general behavioral characteristics of the breed. In recent years, there has been a great deal of research performed on how differences in DNA give rise to the differences that are seen between breeds.

Advances in DNA testing technology mean that it has become possible to identify the ancestry of any dog by performing a simple test using a cheek swab. The DNA required for the test to be run is isolated from cells that are trapped on the swab. All cells carry the same genetic material, regardless of type or location in the animal.Taking a cheek swab is therefore the easiest way to obtain the samples needed for testing.

Upon receipt at the BioPet testing site the samples are prepared and analyzed, resulting in a rapid and accurate determination of the breeds that have contributed to the makeup of your dog.

We believe that 92.5% of the mixed breed dog population in the USA is covered by our 62 validated breeds. Results available in two weeks. Read more at:http://www.biopetvetlab.com/dnahome.htm

[XemaSab]

1. Cool!

Sadly, half the dogs in Northern California are Heelers/Cattle Dogs.

Heck, half the dogs in THIS HOUSE are Heelers/Cattle Dogs. :P