And Your Dog (NAPSA)—There’s good newsfor dog owners.This holiday season, you cangive your dog and yourself thegift of a better relationship. That’s the word from the makers of an at-home, do-it-yourself, dog DNAtest kit. Called Wisdom Panel 2.0, the kit is designed to provide dog owners with a quick and convenient way to test their dog's DNA. Experts say the smarter you are about your dog's past, the easier it is to be smart aboutits future. Understanding the natural tendencies of a particular breed can make it possible to create a tai- lored training, exercise and nutrition program to fit his one-of-a- kind needs. It may also help owners work with their veterinar- ians to be on the lookout for cer- tain diseases based on their dog's genetic history. Said Dr. Angela Hughes, DVM, Ph.D., veterinary genetics re- search manager, “It’s not only about satisfying your curiosity. The smarter you are about your dog’s past, the smarter you can be aboutits future.” Thetest kit includes “do-it-your- self? cheek swabs. This makes it possible for owners to administer the test at home and mail the sam- ple back in a prepaid package. Within three weeksof receipt of the swab sample, dog ownerswill be emailed an official report revealing their dog’s genetic background. To learn more or to order, visit www.wisdompanel.com.
