Wisdom Panel® Designer Dog

Complete the DNA samplecollection form, filling in ALL questions to the best of your ability. Valid e-mail address, dog’s name and breed(s) to be evaluated are required for processing sample in lab.* One copy is mailed with the sample and one you should keep for your records.

On the outside of BOTH swab sleeves, write down: (1) Your e-mail address, (2) Your dog’s name and (3) Your name. Lab will not process test without this information.

Quickly inspect your dog’s mouth between the cheek and gums for food debris. The objective is to collect DNA from cheek cells without any food particles.

Peel back the edges of the swab sleeve. Set the sterile sleeve aside for mailing. Remove swab from package by holding its handle. Avoid touching the swab’s bristle brush with your hand.

Holding your dog’s head, insert the swab into his mouth, turning the bristles away from his teeth toward his cheek. Do not scrape your dog’s teeth with the brush.

Holding the swab’s handle, FIRMLY roll and rotate the swab’s bristle head against the inside surface of your dog’s cheek for about 15 seconds. This will not harm your dog in any way. The goal is to collect a large quantity of your dog’s cheek cells for DNA analysis.

Let swabs air dry 5 minutes. Re-insert the swab into the protective sleeve so that the bristle brush is completely covered by the sleeve. Important: Do not re-seal the sleeve. This can cause bacteria/fungus growth.

Your dog’s swab samples should be shipped immediately. They can be shipped at normal room temperature (no refrigeration or ice necessary).

Place the swabs and one copy of the DNA sample submission form inside the pre-paid envelope and drop it in your mailbox. No postage necessary.