Knowing your dog’s ancestry can help you create a tailored wellness program to fit their one-of-a-kind needs. Wisdom Panel 4.0 is a simple DNA test that helps reveal the breeds in your dog’s ancestry. The test incorporates the ancestry analysis, as well as, the purebred and designer dog (first generation cross between two purebred dogs) tools previously found in the Wisdom Panel Purebred and Wisdom Panel Designer Dog tests.  Therefore, you can answer a number of different questions with one simple kit.

If you think your dog is a mixed-breed, Wisdom Panel 4.0 will analyze the DNA data using our computer program and breed database to identify the breed(s) present in their recent ancestry.  If you think your dog is one or two specific breeds, you can indicate these during kit activation and the DNA sample will be analyzed with the breed identification computer program, as well as, examine the specific breed(s) indicated to determine how closely your dog’s DNA profile matches.

In the case of a mixed breed dog, your dog has inherited traits from his ancestors just like you and your family. But do you look exactly like your grandparents? The same is true for your lovable mutt. When you combine the DNA from different purebreds, you create a one-of-a-kind mixed-breed dog like yours.  As it can be difficult to identify ancestral breeds by visual identification, using your dog’s DNA to determine the ancestral breeds is quite a bit more accurate.

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We recommend that puppies be at least four weeks old in order to collect sufficient cheek cells. It’s been our experience that prior to four weeks of age the cells that line the cheeks do not release readily.

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Yes!  We use PayPal to process your transaction so your personal account and credit card remain safe and secure.

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No.  You can purchase securely using your credit card (MC, Visa, Amex, Disc) or using PayPal – your choice.

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Wisdom Panel: Yes. Wisdom Panel 2.0 incorporates the ancestry analysis, as well as, the purebred and designer dog (first generation cross between two purebred dogs) tools previously found in the Wisdom Panel Purebred andWisdom Panel Designer Dog tests.  Therefore, you can answer a number of different questions with one simple kit.

Proof of Parentage:  No. The Proof of Parentage DNA test is to provide certification between a pup, dam, and sire. No breed specific information is provided.

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Yes, the collection process is very simple and can be performed at home by following the enclosed instructions. Simplified dog DNA test instructions.

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No, the DNA collection is painless. The gentle swab gently removes skin cells from your dog’s cheek which  minimizes any chance for infection or irritation.

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Once you have collected your DNA sample, simply put the swab back in the paper sleeve and place it and the Customer Information Card in the enclosed prepaid envelope.  It typically takes about one week for the DNA samples to arrive at the lab.

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Yes. Wisdom Panel® 4.0 incorporates the ancestry analysis, as well as, the purebred and designer dog (first generation cross between two purebred dogs) tools previously found in the Wisdom Panel Purebred andWisdom Panel Designer Dog tests.  Therefore, you can answer a number of different questions with one simple kit.

If you think your dog is a mixed-breed, Wisdom Panel 4.0 will analyze the DNA data using our computer program and breed database to identify the breed(s) present in their recent ancestry.  If you think your dog is one or two specific breeds, you can indicate these during kit activation and the DNA sample will be analyzed with the breed identification computer program, as well as, looking at the specific breed(s) indicated to determine how closely your dog’s DNA profile matches. Note that the DNA profiles for some breeds may vary depending on the family line or specific geographic origin of that family line.  For example, we have observed different DNA patterns for some purebred dogs in the US and the UK or Australia.

The Wisdom Panel test does not allow you to register your dog with the AKC. For information on how to register your dog with the American Kennel Club (AKC) please visit http://www.akc.org/reg/index.cfm?nav_area=registration

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We recommend that puppies be at least four weeks old in order to collect sufficient cheek cells. It’s been our experience that prior to four weeks of age the cells that line the cheeks do not release readily.

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Yes!  We use PayPal to process your transaction so your personal account and credit card remain safe and secure.

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No.  You can purchase securely using your credit card (MC, Visa, Amex, Disc) or using PayPal – your choice.

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Wisdom Panel: Yes. Wisdom Panel 2.0 incorporates the ancestry analysis, as well as, the purebred and designer dog (first generation cross between two purebred dogs) tools previously found in the Wisdom Panel Purebred andWisdom Panel Designer Dog tests.  Therefore, you can answer a number of different questions with one simple kit.

Proof of Parentage:  No. The Proof of Parentage DNA test is to provide certification between a pup, dam, and sire. No breed specific information is provided.

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Yes, the collection process is very simple and can be performed at home by following the enclosed instructions. Simplified dog DNA test instructions.

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No, the DNA collection is painless. The gentle swab gently removes skin cells from your dog’s cheek which  minimizes any chance for infection or irritation.

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Once you have collected your DNA sample, simply put the swab back in the paper sleeve and place it and the Customer Information Card in the enclosed prepaid envelope.  It typically takes about one week for the DNA samples to arrive at the lab.

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Happy Dog DNA offers super-fast USPS Priority Mail to ship your Proof of Parentage tests which means your test is delivered in 2-3 days. Most orders placed by 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time will be shipped the same day.

Typically, once the sample arrives at the lab in Knoxville, TN, (please allow about one week for the swabs to arrive at the lab) results will be available about two weeks.  You will receive an email from the lab inviting you to set up your online account and you will again be notified once the results are ready so you can perform your online analysis.

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DNA parentage testing provides lifetime certification that will set your breeding program apart. The longer DNA testing is in place, the more value is created for each dog by longer tracing of your breeding program. Confirm pedigrees with the confidence that only an unalterable DNA based report can provide.

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Please contact us with any questions concerning disqualifications of pups. We offer an extended testing panel to eliminate the possibility of point site mutations. Remember, one litter may have more than one sire making it important to test all pups, the dam, and all potential sires.

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