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More Than Just Fun Knowledge, The New Wisdom Panel 3.0 Dog DNA Test Can Save Lives

6/10/2015

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This post is sponsored by Wisdom Panel® 3.0. We are being compensated for helping spread the word about the Wisdom Panel 3.0 Canine DNA Test Kit, but Cascadian Nomads only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Mars Veterinary is not responsible for the content of this article.
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Speaking with my veterinarian about MDR1 testing my pure breed rough collie Huxley a few years ago, she also recommended that I test Cardigan Welsh corgi Brychwyn. This surprised me but she explained that many pure and mixed breed dogs are susceptible to the Multi-Drug Resistant 1 genetic mutation that can cause severe reactions to many common veterinary drugs. Through my research in deciding whether or not a collie was the right breed for me, I had learned a lot about MDR1, how it effects production of the protein that plays an important role in limiting drug absorption and distribution (particularly to the brain) called P-glycoprotein and enhances the excretion/elimination of many drugs used in dogs. However, until this conversation with my vet, I was not aware that the MDR1 mutation could effect so many types of dogs.
It saddened me to think how many deaths of both pure and mixed breed dogs could be prevented by a simple MDR1 swab test. When I learned that Mars Veterinary, the industry leader in canine genetic testing, is launching their next evolution of the canine DNA test —Wisdom Panel® 3.0-- and is not only expanding the breed screening coverage, but the medical applications as well with the new MDR1 Genetic Mutation screening, I was overjoyed. At last there is no excuse to not know a vital, life saving piece of dog health information like if a dog has the MDR1 gene. With all that is available through Wisdom Panel 3.0, the benefits to DNA testing a dog beyond goes so far beyond just knowing what breeds the canine might be mixed with, it is incredible. Veterinarian's treatment options for a dog with the information from a Wisdom Panel 3.0 DNA test can mean so much to the health of the millions of mixed breed dogs in the U.S. This reliable breed ancestry information can be critical for the nutrition, training and overall healthcare of dogs. Understanding the breeds that make up a dog enables much more targeted care and in some cases provides lifesaving information.
Collies and herding dogs are not the only dog breeds affected by the MDR1 genetic mutation. Testing ALL dogs can save lives.
Potential dog killer MDR1 affects more than just herding breeds.
Wisdom Panel® 3.0 Canine DNA Test:
  • Kit includes instructions
o DNA cheek swabs – all for use on one dog, drying insert for swabs
, pre-paid return shipping box
  • Covers 250+ breeds, types and varieties including all those recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and can be run for mixed-breed, designer, or purebred dogs.
  • Provides ancestry information back to the great-grandparent level,
  • MDR1 Genetic Mutation screening results, and a predicted weight profile.
  • Can be done at home and consists of two swabs that the owner rubs between the gum and the cheek for 15 seconds to collect skin cells for DNA extraction.
  • Results take approximately 2-3 weeks from the time the test reaches the lab.

  • Can be run for mixed-breed, purebred and designer dogs. The owner chooses at the time of kit activation.

The health benefits of DNA testing dogs go beyond knowing MDR1 status. Other Wisdom Panel® 3.0 benefits include:

  • The ability to develop a training program that works with their natural instincts (breeds) and a better understanding their behavior characteristics.

  • Developing a nutrition plan for breed-specific needs and/or achieving/maintaining healthy weight.

  • Assists in determining what the adult size of your dog might be.

  • Understanding the breeds within your dog, in order to lookout for any breed-specific health concerns or common issues.
In an effort not to live with regret, very few have heard me mention that I wish I had DNA tested Tynan. It's relatively certain what mix Tynan was but it would be fun to have known for sure. Now that Wisdon Panel 3.0 has taken DNA testing beyond the novelty of just knowing some possible parts of a dogs mix into receiving important health insights, I will likely share my regret with more people. Before learning about Wisdom Panel 3.0, I recently asked my mom for the hundredth or so time if she planned to DNA test her dog, Lucie. My mom's answer is always that the test doesn't cover all breeds and just isn't worth it. Before learning about Wisdom Panel 3.0, I always agree with my mom's reasoning and drop the subject. But now that a DNA test can provide significantly more breed insight as well as potentially life saving health information, how about it, mom? I am glad I know the MDR1 gene status of my pure breed dogs and now it is easier for mixed breed dogs that have that life saving health information on record as well as so much more. Plus there is nothing wrong with including the fun of just knowing what breed a dog really is.
Wisdom Panel 3.0 now includes MDR1 gene testing and could potentially dogs lives.
My mom's dog Lucie and a friend's dog Macie.
Learn more about MDR1 Screening
Want to learn more about Wisdom Panel® 3.0, have you dog tested for just $39.99 or get a take home test for the discounted price of discounted price of $49.99 (MSRP $84.99)? Be sure to find Wisdom Panel at the Amazing Pet Expo in Austin, TX, Mars Pet Adoption Fair in Franklin, TN and Amazing Pet Expo Holiday in Los Angeles, CA, events.
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Jackie Bouchard link
6/10/2015 04:58:28 am

That's cool that it includes the MDR1 test now. It didn't have that back when we had Rita's DNA tested. But she had already had to have the MDR1 test at the vet when we first got her. (Cuz she was so obviously part shepherd, which the DNA test confirmed.)

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Bethany
6/10/2015 07:56:48 am

I am so glad your vet encouraged the MDR1 test for Rita. I am always shocked at how few people are aware of the gene and the danger it presents. The Wisdom Panel 3.0 test is going to help a lot of people learn more about the gene, whether their dog has MDR1 or not. I love anything that makes dogs safer and healthier!

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