We use DNA from the saliva of your dog to estimate its age. We ship you a collection kit, you mail it back and after a couple of weeks we report the age to you.
DO YOU WANT TO KNOW THE BREED OF YOUR DOG? Discover your dog's complete genetic information with our Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) test. This comprehensive and advanced test provides 10,000 times more data than standard DNA tests, allowing for accurate detection of breed composition and potential health concerns. Stay informed and proactive about your dog's health with our industry-leading technology. [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0500/9073/7826/files/Screenshot_2024-03-16_at_11.55.29_AM_600x600.png?v=1710615350] HOW DOES OUR BREED TEST WORK? Our test analyzes your dog's entire genome, comparing it to over 300 reference breeds to determine their breed and assess their genetic health. This includes identifying potential genetic markers for conditions such as hip dysplasia, heart disease, and cancer. We also evaluate the coefficient of inbreeding, which measures the genetic similarity of parents and can offer valuable insight into a dog's overall health and potential for breed-specific traits and conditions. HOW DOES OUR TEST DIFFER FROM OTHER DOG DNA TESTS? Whole genome sequencing (WGS) is like getting a full map of a dog's DNA, offering many benefits over older DNA tests like microarrays. Imagine if microarrays give us snapshots of a dog's genetics, then WGS gives us the entire map. This means we can see all the tiny details in a dog's genes, not just what we were looking for. It helps us find rare or new genetic traits that older tests might miss. This is important for understanding a dog's health, where they come from, and even unique things about their breed. Plus, as this technology gets better and cheaper, it's a gift that keeps on giving. We can keep learning new things from the same DNA data without having to test again. This makes WGS a more detailed and valuable tool for learning about our furry friends' genetic health and history. HOW DO YOU COLLECT SAMPLES FROM YOUR DOG? We ship you an easy to use swab to collect saliva samples from your dog. You can see a video [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj0-vSfE7Vk&feature=emb_logo] of the collection process. [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0500/9073/7826/files/Screen_Shot_2020-11-17_at_4.30.26_PM_480x480.png?v=1605659491]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj0-vSfE7Vk&feature=emb_logo HOW WILL THE RESULTS BE REPORTED? You can see sample customer report below [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0500/9073/7826/files/DogBreedReportPg1_1024x1024.png?v=1708665505] [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0500/9073/7826/files/DogBreedReportPg2_1024x1024.png?v=1708665535] [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0500/9073/7826/files/DogBreedReportPg3_1024x1024.png?v=1708665586] HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE THE TEST RESULTS? We will send your results within 4-6 weeks. CAN I OBTAIN THE WHOLE GENOME SEQUENCE OF MY DOG? Please send a request to [email protected] and we will provide your dog's data in a useful format, such as sequence files or variant calls.