About
MyDogDNA® is a leading genetic testing platform built specifically for responsible dog breeders, powered by Wisdom Panel™ — one of the most trusted names in animal genetics. The service offers multiple testing tiers, from the standard MyDogDNA panel to the feature-rich MyDogDNA Advanced kit, as well as discounted Litter Packs for multi-dog testing. At its core, MyDogDNA screens each dog against 270+ known genetic disorder risks, enabling breeders to identify carriers before making pairing decisions. In addition to health screening, the platform delivers 50+ trait tests covering coat colour, coat type, and body shape, giving breeders a complete picture of a dog's genetic profile. Genetic diversity reporting measures heterozygosity levels to flag inbreeding risks — a critical metric for maintaining breed health across generations. For breeders who need formal documentation, the ISAG 2020 DNA Profile provides an internationally recognised genetic fingerprint, and Parentage Verification certificates confirm pedigree accuracy for kennel clubs and pet owners. The standout feature, Litter Predict, allows breeders to analyse dam-and-sire pairings before breeding to forecast health outcomes, diversity metrics, and trait expressions in prospective litters. Trained veterinary geneticists are available to help interpret results. MyDogDNA is ideal for professional breeders, kennel clubs, and veterinary geneticists aiming to build healthier, well-documented breeding programs.
Key Features
- 270+ Genetic Disease Screening: Tests each dog against a comprehensive panel of over 270 known genetic disorder risks, including breed-specific conditions, enabling breeders to identify carriers before pairing.
- Litter Predict: Forecasts genetic outcomes for dam-and-sire pairings before breeding, predicting litter health probabilities, genetic diversity scores, and trait expressions.
- ISAG 2020 DNA Profile & Parentage Verification: Generates internationally recognised genetic fingerprints and scientifically verified parentage certificates accepted by kennel clubs worldwide.
- 50+ Trait Tests: In-depth reports on physical traits including coat colour, coat type, and body shape, giving breeders full visibility into heritable characteristics.
- Genetic Diversity & Inbreeding Assessment: Measures heterozygosity levels to quantify inbreeding risk, helping breeders maintain healthy genetic diversity across successive generations.
Use Cases
- A professional dog breeder screens a stud dog for 270+ genetic disease markers before registering it for public stud services, ensuring carriers are not unknowingly bred.
- A kennel uses Litter Predict to compare multiple potential dam-sire pairings and selects the combination that maximises genetic diversity and minimises disease risk in the litter.
- A breeder generates ISAG 2020 DNA profiles and parentage certificates for a litter to submit to a national kennel club for official pedigree registration.
- A small breeding program purchases a Litter Pack to test all dogs in a breeding cohort at a reduced per-test cost, establishing a baseline genetic health database.
- A veterinary geneticist uses MyDogDNA results alongside professional consultation services to advise a client on long-term breed health improvement strategies.
Pros
- Comprehensive All-in-One Panel: Combines health screening, trait analysis, genetic diversity metrics, DNA profiling, and parentage verification into a single test — eliminating the need for multiple services.
- Breeder-Focused Tools: Purpose-built features like Litter Predict and shared breeder access make it uniquely suited to professional breeding programs rather than casual pet owners.
- Backed by Veterinary Expertise: Access to trained veterinary geneticists for result interpretation adds a layer of professional guidance not commonly found in consumer DNA kits.
- Discounted Litter Packs: The Litter Pack option reduces per-test costs significantly (down to ~€80/test vs €149.99 individually), making large-scale testing economically viable.
Cons
- Paid-Only with No Free Tier: All testing options require upfront payment starting at €110.99, with no free trial or result preview available before purchase.
- Primarily Targeted at Breeders: Many advanced features such as Parentage Verification and Litter Predict require multiple registered dogs, limiting full value for casual pet owners.
- Physical Kit Required: Testing requires ordering and mailing a physical swab kit, adding time and logistics compared to purely digital AI tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MyDogDNA and who is it for?
MyDogDNA® is a professional canine DNA testing service powered by Wisdom Panel™, designed primarily for dog breeders. It screens for genetic diseases, traits, and inbreeding levels to help breeders make informed, data-driven pairing decisions.
How does MyDogDNA screen for genetic diseases?
After you activate and return your swab kit, MyDogDNA's laboratory analyses your dog's DNA against a panel of 270+ known genetic disorder markers. Results are delivered through an online portal, with optional veterinary geneticist support for interpretation.
What is Litter Predict?
Litter Predict is a forecasting tool available with MyDogDNA Advanced that allows breeders to analyse dam-and-sire genetic profiles together to predict the probable health, diversity, and trait outcomes of a prospective litter before breeding occurs.
What is the ISAG 2020 DNA profile and why does it matter?
The ISAG 2020 DNA profile is an internationally recognised genetic fingerprint standard used to permanently identify a dog's unique genetic identity. It is required by many kennel clubs for pedigree registration and supports parentage verification.
How much does MyDogDNA cost?
MyDogDNA offers three main tiers: the standard MyDogDNA at €110.99, MyDogDNA Advanced at €149.99 (includes DNA profile, parentage, and Litter Predict), and the Litter Pack at €480 for 6 tests (~€80 each, a 28% saving).
