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by Gusmanda on 10 February 2012 - 04:02

What are breeders refering to when the have "DNA" listed along with hips/elbows?

by melba on 10 February 2012 - 11:02

Honestly, that AKC has a DNA profile on file. DNA profile is required on all imprted dogs prior to registering
a litter and for Studs fathering more then 3 litters a year and 5 a lifetime (I think, if I remember correctly)

Melissa

by Gusmanda on 10 February 2012 - 15:02

ok, so it's something puppy owners can compare against to make sure the pedigree has the right fathers listed then?

by sable59 on 10 February 2012 - 17:02

that is correct.

by Blitzen on 10 February 2012 - 17:02

The DNA indication behind the dogs' name means that particular dog's DNA has been collected and stored in a repository for future study. It has nothing to do with identifying parentage.

http://www.offa.org/chicdnabank.html

by Gusmanda on 10 February 2012 - 19:02

It has nothing to do with identifying parentage.

but you could use it that way if necessary, right?

by Blitzen on 10 February 2012 - 20:02

I suppose it could be if the dog's owner would agree to it. You'd have to contact OFA and ask them. They do respond to emails.

by northwoodsGSD on 11 February 2012 - 00:02

I know AKC requires DNA on all imported dogs, before allowing any offspring to be registered.
Yes you can use the DNA to verify parentage. Some breeders will do multiple sire litters, so they need a way to tell which pups are from what sire.

by melba on 11 February 2012 - 01:02

I was thinking DNA on file for AKC. Sorry.

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