Should You Have Your Dog’s DNA Tested?
DNA tests for humans have been around for awhile and now it seems nearly everyone is comfortable sending a saliva sample into such companies as Ancestry.com or 23andMe. So it’s not so surprising that when startup companies began to offer dog DNA tests, many dog owners jumped on the bandwagon. But what about these dog DNA tests? Are they accurate? Should you consider using one of these companies? These tests are particularly attractive to people who have mixed breed or rescued dogs whose breed and genetic heritage are often unclear. Some dog DNA companies, such as The Wisdom Panel by…