THREE SIMPLE STEPS: Simply collect your dog’s DNA with a cheek swab, activate your kit online & send your kit to the lab with pre-paid shipping. You’ll receive our genetic analysis of your dog’s ancestry & breed IDENTIFICATION in
as little as 2 weeks
.
How long does wisdom health take?
How long does it take to get Wisdom Panel®2.0 results? Once the sample has been received at the lab, it generally takes
2-3 weeks
for the sample to be tested, results generated and report available for download on our website.
How long does a dog Wisdom Panel take?
In 2019, Wisdom Panel’s results also arrived faster than those of most kits we tested. The Wisdom Panel results averaged
18 days
, Embark’s averaged 21 days, and we stopped counting after 60 days for DNA My Dog.
Is embark or Wisdom Panel better?
In the end,
Embark wins by a hair because it tests for more conditions than Wisdom Panel
. *Update March 2021: Embark now tests for 210 known canine genetic health conditions, and Wisdom Panel’s newer Premium kit tests for 200.
How accurate is the Wisdom Panel for dogs?
With our latest update, Wisdom PanelTM dog DNA tests are now
more than 98% accurate
when it comes to determining your pup’s breed background. At Wisdom PanelTM, we apply the latest and greatest science to help pet parents provide the best possible care for their dogs and cats.
Is Wisdom Panel dog DNA accurate?
The Wisdom Panel tests are considered to be
about 90% accurate
. They can provide a great deal of handy information, much more than just breed analysis.
Does Wisdom Panel work on puppies?
Why pet parents love us
What people are saying. “The latest DNA test from Wisdom Panel is more accurate than ever, thanks to updated technology. They can break down breed information down to 1%. The process is easy—
totally painless for pups
—and many reviewers said results came back quicker than expected.”
Are dog DNA tests worth it?
When we spoke to genetics researchers for Mars Veterinary, their dog DNA tests are
90% accurate
based on something called the “F1 Cross”. That is excellent compared to some of the genetic tests on the market.
How do I activate my Wisdom Panel?
How long does it take to process dog DNA?
Here’s how the dog DNA test works
Order the test online, activate it, swab the cheek of your dog, and mail the sample back to the Embark lab in a pre-paid return envelope. In
two to four weeks
, you’ll receive the results.
How much does Wisdom Panel cost?
Wisdom Panel tests
start at $99.99, or $159.99 for the added disease detection
. Embark tests start at $129 and cost $199 if you include a health screening.
What does Wisdom Panel tell you?
Wisdom Panel Premium is a dog DNA test that
identifies the breeds in your dog’s background
, and I found the results were spot-on. It also checks for genetic health conditions, medication sensitivities, immune deficiencies, and bleeding disorders.
What does Wolfiness mean?
Meaning
your dog has wolf in them
. Not an uncommon event. If your dog has a high “Wolfiness” score, that’s a totally different question. Wolfiness queries a number of SNPs that we know are hypervariable between dogs and wolves.
How many breeds does Wisdom Panel test for?
Wisdom Panel’s Essential Dog DNA Test Kit gives you your dog’s DNA composition from
350+
breeds, types, and varieties, states it has 1% breed reporting precision, tests for 25+ medical complications, and includes 35+ trait tests.
Will a dog DNA test show wolf?
DNA tests can’t determine how much “wolf” and how much “dog” is in a hybrid.
Does Wisdom Panel test for bully breeds?
We’re pleased to share that—thanks to recent advancements in our breed detection system—
Wisdom PanelTM dog DNA tests now screen for the American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT)
.
What breeds does Wisdom Panel 3.0 test for?
When the test results arrived, I knew they were right on, because Wisdom Panel found the same four breeds I’d predicted:
Chow, Malamute, German Shepherd, and Gray Wolf
. The family tree was arranged in a very plausible way that made perfect sense.
Can dog DNA test determine age?
The short answer is
yes, you can determine your dog’s age by using a DNA test
. A dog’s biological age is measured by the length of its telomeres. The length of a dog’s telomere is matched with a thousand other similar dogs to match its age on a genetic level, which allows us to determine a dog’s biological age.
Does Wisdom Panel check for MDR1?
A Wisdom PanelTM DNA test can identify your dog’s breed make-up and reveal whether she is positive for MDR1
.
Can a vet do a DNA test?
This process is quite simple and
can be done by the pet owner or a veterinarian
. Some veterinarians prefer to submit a blood sample, where they can be assured that large amounts of DNA are present. While the needle prick of blood collection may upset your pet for a moment, overall the process will not hurt your pet.
Can you upgrade Wisdom Panel results?
I’ve already purchased a Wisdom Panel test. Will I be able to upgrade?
The new product experience is currently limited to customers who purchase Essential and Premium kits
. But we plan to enhance the product experience for all of our customers in the future.
What is MDR1 dog?
MDR1 is the abbreviated name of a gene called
Multi-Drug Resistance 1
. A mutation of this gene causes sensitivity to Ivermectin and a number of other drugs. Dogs with the mutation will react to those drugs. Whether a dog reacts depends on the dosage of the drug.
How can I tell if my dog is a purebred?
The best way to tell if a dog is purebred is undoubtedly by
checking the pedigree papers
, aka your pup’s family tree. However, If you do not have any papers or health / DNA background, you can always talk to your vet or do a professional DNA test.
How can I tell what my dog is mixed with?
Order a Dog DNA Test
To determine a mixed-breed dog’s ancestry, perform a safe Wisdom PanelTM Dog DNA Test. With the simple swipe of a cheek swab, the DNA sample can determine the ancestry of a mixed-breed dog by testing for more than 170 breeds.
