Quote Originally Posted by aalomon View Post
Be careful with the DNA testing, they are far from accurate. Most vets/trainers/breeders (or at least the ones Ive talked to) say the test is a joke. I really looked into them a few years ago to see my dogs exact mix. Everyone I asked told me it was a waste of money.
The kits from the AKC are not a joke at all. A few years ago, there were some knock-off ones that were not as accurate - or the companies that would analyze them were less than legit. But the AKC is a huge organization that has been around since 1884. They use these kits to determine the questionable origin of registrable breeds of dogs to see whether or not the dogs can be allowed into the studbooks. They couldn't do that if the kits were not totally reliable. The AKC promotes the wellfare of dogs worldwide and supports a number of organizations dedicated to canine health and research including the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and Take the Lead.

One of these affiliations is the Canine Health Foundation which actively works towards developing significant resources for basic and applied health programs with emphasis on canine genetics to improve the quality of life for dogs. THIS is the organization that analyzes the AKC's DNA test kits - not some knock-off, questionable company.

I can understand your concern, and its true there are some kits that won't be worth squat, but I'm referring to the reliable kits offered by the AKC. Just like with anything, you have to consider the source....