Genetic testing in dogs and cats has opened the door on a new era of personalized patient care that accounts for the individual’s own genetic makeup. By learning about our patient’s genetics, both for breed ancestry and specific disease-causing mutations, …
People are drawn to dogs for different reasons. Some look for dogs with playful, goofy personalities. Others love a cuddly couch potato, or an active running buddy. There is such diversity within the dog species—in size, appearance and personality—that we’re …
The dog is an incredibly diverse species – from a two pound Chihuahua to a 200 pound Mastiff, there are hundreds of different breeds recognized worldwide. All of these dogs relate back to a common origin when they evolved from …
Do Blondes Have More Fun? 7 Hidden Histories of Dog Coat Colors & Traits Read More »
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog month. According to the ASPCA, a dog arrives at a shelter every 10 seconds of every day. That adds up to millions of dogs each year that find themselves in need of a home. Often, …
Runny nose. Itchy eyes. Coughing or wheezing. Skin rash. If you suffer from allergies, you know the symptoms are nothing to sneeze at. So, what is a dog-loving person to do if the cause of their allergies is a furry …
Hypoallergenic Dogs: Separating Fact from Fiction Read More »
A common question we get here at Wisdom Health is why puppies from the same litter can look so different and have different ancestry trees in their WISDOM PANEL™ reports. There are a couple reasons for this. One reason relates …
Sibling Genetics: Why Dogs from a Single Litter Can Vary So Greatly Read More »
We’ve all seen it. That sad look our dogs give when trying to convince us not to leave for work, or not to get mad at them for making a snack out of a new pair of shoes. It’s so …
For so many pet owners with rescues or mutts, their dog’s heritage is a complete mystery. That means they’re missing out on insights about their dog’s temperament, size and even health. Being researchers and scientists, we believe the more information …
One of the many fun things about owning a mixed breed dog is guessing what breeds make up their ancestry. But while it may be fun to speculate, it’s very hard to accurately identify the breeds present in a dog …
So That’s How You Got Those Ears—How Traits Are Inherited in Dogs Read More »
The mission of WISDOM HEALTH™ veterinary science and research is to facilitate responsible pet care by enhancing the well-being and relationship between pets, pet owners, breeders, shelters and veterinarians through valuable insights into pets as individuals. Through the genetic testing of dogs and cats we aim to make advances in science towards a better world for all pets so their owners can love them longer.
