Dog-tagged
Posted on January 11, 2010 by Lizz
Dog-tagged
DNA testing might reveal a mutt's breeding, but some experts don't take it as dogma
Saturday, January 9, 2010 3:07 AM
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
Ellie looks like a black Labrador retriever -- beyond the spots on her tongue and the thicker fur on the scruff of her neck.
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Secret Shopper Blog on Wisdom Panel
Posted on December 30, 2009 by Lizz
Pet Product Review - Wisdom Panel Insights Dog DNA Test
Ever wonder why your sweet rescue pup barks non-stop? Or why she's obsessed with running in circles every time she's let loose in the backyard? In...
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Cracking the Genetic Code
Posted on December 14, 2009 by Lizz
More than half of all dogs in the United States are mixed breeds. From designer dogs to mystery dogs, chances are your practice sees a lot of lovable mixes. Does it really matter whether those floppy ears came from a Lab or a Spaniel?
It turns out that it may matter very much. A dog’s genes carry information that a physical examination can’t...
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Dog Fancy Magazine - Guess the Breed Contest
Posted on September 10, 2009 by Hugo
Dog Fancy asked readers to Guess: What Kind of Dog Is This? They received tons of entries, but only a few had the correct guesses. And the Wisdom Panel results are... - Click here for more details
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Dog's DNA Testing Saves its life!
Posted on September 03, 2009 by Hugo
About two months ago, animal control officers got a call that a pit bull was on the loose. They located Lucey and brought her to the Salina Animal Shelter, holding her until they could get a professional opinion from a veterinarian. "I took a look at the dog and I said, ‘I'm sorry but this dog looks like it is majority pit bull,” said...
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Barack Obama's Dog Bo is a Mutant
Posted on August 27, 2009 by Hugo
Study Shows Portuguese Water Dog Breed, Gift from Ted Kennedy, Has Mutant Genes. Mars Veterinary Chief Geneticist Dr. Neale Fretwell spoke with ABC about the study. - Click here for more details
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Discover Your Pet Through DNA Testing
Posted on July 15, 2009 by Hugo
Dog owners who own a mutt can now discover their dog’s heritage by looking through their pet’s genes. DNA testing for mixed breed dogs is now available through a service of Wisdom Panel’s Mixed Breed Analysis. Many dog owners are curious to see what breeds make up their mutt. “It might be interesting to explore,” said a local pet owner. But the...
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Your Dog DNA Questions Answered
Posted on May 26, 2009 by Hugo
Good Morning America correspondent Dr. Marty Becker and Mars Veterinary Chief Geneticist Dr. Neale Fretwell explain how Wisdom Panel MX works and the benefits it has for mixed-breed dog owners. - Click here for more details
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Wisdom Panel on Pet Talk Radio with Harrison Forbes
Posted on May 26, 2009 by Hugo
Good Morning America correspondent Dr. Marty Becker and Mars Veterinary Chief Geneticist Dr. Neale Fretwell explain how Wisdom Panel MX works and the benefits it has for mixed-breed dog owners. Listen 51:00 minutes in. - Click here for more details
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CrossbreedDNA Test Now Available at More Than 800 Stores
Posted on May 07, 2009 by Hugo
K9 Magazine a "lifestyle magazine for modern, forward thinking dog lovers," reports on the Wisdom Panel MX test. "Just in time for National Pet Week (May 3 to 9)," the test "can open new windows for owners and veterinarians to better understand their pets and what kind of activity plans best suit an individual dog." Said Michael Price,...
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WISDOM PANEL MX HELPS MIXED BREED DOGS TELL THEIR “TALE”
Posted on May 05, 2009 by Hugo
Leading Mixed-Breed DNA Test Now Available at More Than 800 U.S. PetSmart® Stores Nationwide. - Click here for more details
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