DNA My Dog received human genetic sample and identified it as a malamute, shar-pei and labrador, according to news station

  • @WindyRebel
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    811 months ago

    For breeders it is important. For everyone else? Bragging rights.

    • @[email protected]
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      1211 months ago

      I’d argue it’s pretty important for working dogs too, especially ones that require specific temperaments for their jobs like border collies, livestock guardian dogs, and pointers.

      • @WindyRebel
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        511 months ago

        Yeah, I agree. I’m not a dog enthusiast so that didn’t even come to mind but it makes total sense.

      • @autumn_rain
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        111 months ago

        I have a service dog and have no questions what breeds my dog is, but for some working dogs it’s important like you said.

      • @[email protected]
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        311 months ago

        Similarly, we have two Danes and our second one is a bit smaller (only 90 lbs) and has slightly different facial structure than what we are used to seeing. So we got her DNA analyzed-and she’s 100% Dane. It helps to know that since we now can have clearer expectations of what kinds of needs she will have as she ages.

    • Flying Squid
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      011 months ago

      But shouldn’t breeders be able to trace their dog’s lineage through pedigree anyway?

      • @WindyRebel
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        11 months ago

        Anyone can lie and make fake paperwork. DNA is just that second check to have a much better read on the truth (assuming they don’t mix up the samples).

        Honestly, I’m not a breeder or a dog enthusiast though. However, I do love my shibas even if they may not exactly be pure bred.