Order AKC DNA Kits Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center The AKC offers a comprehensive set of voluntary and mandatory programs to ensure the integrity of the AKC registry, and now includes genetic health and traits testing (including coat colors)! AKC DNA + Health, a new, powerful breeder tool, provides genetic health and traits testing [...]

Order AKC DNA Kit Order AKC DNA + Health Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit DNA Resource Center A prepaid AKC DNA Kit costs $55 (per dog). This test provides 201 markers for genetic identity, which is used for parentage verification. Don't forget to activate your kit on the DNA Online Portal prior to mailing your sample directly to [...]

Which sires are required to be AKC DNA Profiled? Effective for litters whelped on or after July 1, 2000, AKC DNA Profiling is required if a stud dog is classified as a Frequently Used Sire, meaning that he has produced seven or more litters in his lifetime or more than three litters in a calendar year. Is [...]

What is included in the AKC DNA + Health Kit? The AKC DNA + Health Kit includes the original AKC DNA Profile of 201 markers for genetic identity and parentage verification, as well as the new 328+ markers for health & traits, including color markers. Customers will receive 2 pdfs for results: 1) AKC DNA Profile Letter of Analysis of 201 markers [...]

The AKC DNA Profile Program brings cutting-edge identification testing technology to AKC customers. A cheek swab is used to collect the DNA sample from the dog. The sample is sent to the AKC DNA Program's service provider, Neogen, and the processed genotype is entered into the AKC DNA Database. The information is used for genetic [...]

The AKC DNA Program does not accept DNA profiling performed by other companies. The AKC DNA SNP Profile, comprised of 201 markers, is proprietary and unique to the AKC. All genotypes in the AKC Database can be compared and used for genetic identity and parentage verification. It is essential to guarantee that all DNA profiles in [...]

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by Claire Wiley VMD, DACVIM, Executive Director, AKC DNA Program and Mark Dunn, Executive Vice President Registration Management The AKC DNA Program, established in 1996, has the world’s largest canine DNA database with nearly one million samples. Harnessing the power of genotyping technology, the AKC DNA Program was established to ensure the integrity of its [...]

Dog DNA tests can be used for a variety of things, not just to identify mixed-breed dogs' genetic makeup. Learn more about the uses of dog DNA tests.

We all want to live a long and healthy life. Likewise, we want our dogs to live the longest, healthiest lives possible. The study of aging, known as gerontology, is an active area of health research for humans and canines. Mapping of the human and canine genomes and continued advancements in genetic technology provide new [...]