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Disorder

Direct vs. Linked Marker Tests

Not all genetic tests use the same kind of DNA marker tests. Some directly measure the causative mutation, some do not. Some use AI or machine learning, some are traditionally determined. Read on to learn about the types...
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General

Understanding Diversity Results and Why Diversity Matters

Genetic diversity in dogs has direct implications for health, longevity and fertility, and each breed has a history of selective breeding evident in their DNA. Learn why diversity should be considered in all breeding programmes, even popular breeds. 
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General

Understanding Dog Colour Genetics

Colour traits in dogs are complicated. Learn the basics of colour genetics in dogs, including Agouti, Extension, Dominant Black, Parti Colouring, Chocolate and Dilution.
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Disorder

Genetics 101: Genetic Terms and Basic Concepts

Learn about basic genetic concepts important to breeders, including terms like homozygous and heterozygous, kinds of genetic inheritance, and other basic terms.
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Allergy

Understanding Food Allergy in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and the Role of Genetics

Knowing the role food allergy plays in chronic health issues and knowing what might be heritable may affect your breeding decisions. Understanding the basics of food allergy — how to identify, test for, and manage...
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Coi

Understanding genetic diversity and Coefficient of Inbreeding

Learn the difference between “genetic diversity” and “coefficient of inbreeding (COI).” These are tricky terms that can be tough to decipher on your own, so read on as we break down this technical topic.
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Disorder

MyDogDNA: The all-in-one test for dog breeders

Introducing MyDogDNA™, the all-in-one test for disorders, traits and diversity in purebred dogs.