Is the BioPet DNA Breed Identification kit useful for dog breeders?
July 28, 2008 By P. Blair “countrygirl” (Ferndale, CA) – See all my reviews (REAL NAME) I submitted my dog’s DNA and was impressed at the quick turn around time. The information I received was clear and fully understandable. I felt that it was worth the money I paid. DNA doesn’t lie, and just because one’s dog does not look like a specific breed does not mean that the test is somehow flawed. One thing to consider is the scope of the database being used. Some labs offer a broader database, thus if you have a dog that you want tested you should check the breed list before ordering. After receiving my results a friend of mine wanted to have his dog tested. However, the breeds he suspects his dog of being are not included in the BioPet data base, so he went with another lab. Overall I was very happy. By Erika T. Gray “reekieg” (Surprise, AZ) – See all my reviews (REAL NAME) We thought our little guy was a chihuahua mix, but it turns out NO chihuahua. He’s part miniature pinscher (probably
It’s widely believed that dogs originated over 17,000 years ago; recent DNA testing and closer fossil examination is suggesting that dogs originated as far as 150,000 years ago. However the dating in relation to the Bible seems a little far fetched. We know they were around in Bible days because it is mention in several passages. Scientists and researchers have come up with several possible paths that the development of modern dogs has followed. Dogs have lived and worked with humans in many different roles throughout the ages. Even today people are continually finding new ways in which dogs can enhance their lives, or perform useful services to people. In order to understand dogs and their complex relationship to humans we need to look back to the origins of the species; and take a closer look at the habits of wolves. Wolves are very social animals; they live in packs and derive not only assured survival but also enjoy relationships within the pack. We can clearly see evidence of wolv
