Dog DNA Testing Has its Limits

Does Parrot look like a bichon frise or Italian greyhound to you?

Does Parrot look like a bichon frise or Italian greyhound to you?

A couple who had their dog’s DNA checked used four different tests — and got four different results.

DNA testing to determine a dog’s breed is popular these days, but should come with some caveats. Because canine DNA has not been fully sequenced, results may not be entirely reliable. In addition, some testing facilities have more breeds in their databases than others.

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