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by Videx on 18 February 2012 - 22:02
The Kennel Club (UK) & DNA Parentage Test Scheme - and what about the GSD Breed Council?
The Kennel Club (UK) are fearful of introducing a DNA Parentage Test Scheme for ALL KC Registered Pedigree Dogs. They are concerned that on the introduction of such a scheme it will almost certainly uncover a large number of incorrect pedigrees amongst their Kennel Club (UK) registered dogs.
The DNA Test that the Kennel Club (UK) currently offer is NOT a DNA Parentage Test – it simply a DNA Profile Test – IT DOES NOT CHECK FOR CORRECT PARENTAGE, by comparing the DNA Profile with both of the dogs “Registered Parents DNA Profiles”.
Anything to do with greater emphasis on identification for pedigree dogs is usually shunned by the Kennel Club. It was the British Veterinarian Association (BVA) who introduced tattoo/microchip identification requirements for all of its health screening tests, notably this was a unilateral decision by the BVA. The Kennel Club (UK) do not even require microchip identification for dogs at the KC Shows.
HOW IMPORTANT IS AN ACCURATE PEDIGREE?
ALL Pedigree Dog Breed Organisations the UK should make strong representation to their KC on this issue.
Look to the USA and the American Kennel Club (AKA) experience to be convinced!
They introduced DNA parentage tests in 1998 and suffered approx. 11% failure rate - 10 years later in 2008 they still suffered approx 5% failure rate.
See it here: http://www.videxgsd.com/PDF/AKC%20DNA%20information.pdf
when you open the pdf file "click" on the link at the top of the page to see their new changed webpage. They Clearly were uncomfortable with publishing the original details and having it referred to in communications to other countries Kennel Clubs. Especially those Kennel Clubs like in the UK who are strenuously trying to avoid introducing a DNA Parentage Test Scheme which would uncover a large number of FALSE Pedigrees.
IT IS CERTAINLY ABOUT TIME THE “GSD BREED COUNCIL” INTRODUCED THE “SV DNA PARENTAGE SCHEME” AS A REQUIREMENT OF THE GSD BREED SURVEY. ARE THEY ALSO FEARFUL?
by opa on 19 February 2012 - 12:02
Good post David.
by Mackenzie on 19 February 2012 - 12:02
Keep up the Good work David. This is something that is long overdue.
Mackenzie
by Videx on 19 February 2012 - 12:02
American Kennel Club (AKC)
Compliance Audit Program
DNA genotyping is one of the tools that AKC Inspectors use during routine kennel inspections. AKC inspectors review litter and dog records, check dog identification, examine the conditions of the kennel, and collect DNA samples from litters and their sires and/or dams.
These DNA samples are collected and processed at AKC's expense. DNA Profiles are not issued for dogs sampled during kennel inspections. When errors are found (puppies are 'excluded' to the mating of the sire and dam), the litter registrations are corrected if possible or converted to Conditional Registration.
There is a graduated schedule of fines and penalties when exclusions are found, as follows (effective 11/1/2001):
1. One excluded litter – the litter owner(s) would receive a letter of reprimand. Litter owner may request additional DNA testing to determine correct parentage, paying the $250 fee for the AKC Inspector's return.
2. Two excluded litters within a 5-year period – the litter owner(s) would be referred to the Management Discipline Committee for appropriate action (penalty 6 months and a $500.00 fine). Litter owner may request additional DNA testing to determine correct parentage, paying the $250 fee for the AKC Inspector's return.
3. Three excluded litters within a 5-year period – the litter owner(s) would be referred to the Management Discipline Committee for appropriate action (penalty 1-year suspension and a $1,000.00 fine). Litter owner may request additional DNA testing to determine correct parentage, paying the $250 fee for the AKC Inspector's return.
4. Four excluded litters within a 5-year period – the litter owner(s) would be referred to the Management Discipline Committee for appropriate action (penalty 5-year suspension and a $2,000.00 fine).
In cases where an exclusion resulted from intent and/or knowledge of the breeder/owner, staff may seek suspension after confirming the first exclusion.
FULL DETAILS HERE
http://www.akc.org/dna/compliance_audit.cfm
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