DNA Test Mix-Up Leads Canadian Dog Owner Down a Rabbit Hole
When Sunny, a 3-year-old rescue dog from Iran, arrived at her new home in Ontario, Canada, she was labeled as a "Labrador mix." However, owner Julia was skeptical of this classification given the dog's distinct personality and appearance. After conducting two DNA tests through separate companies, Embark and Wisdom Panel, Julia discovered a stark contrast between their results.
The first test, from Embark, declared Sunny to be 100% West Asian village dog, while the second test, from Wisdom Panel, listed 14 different breeds, including Central Asian Ovcharka, German shepherd dog, Fijian street dog, and even Chihuahua. The discrepancy left Julia perplexed.
In an effort to make sense of the conflicting results, Julia shared her experience on Reddit, sparking a lively discussion among pet owners who weighed in with their own perspectives on DNA testing for dogs. Some suggested reevaluating the results, pointing out that Wisdom Panel's database may not include West Asian village dog as a recognized breed.
For Sunny, however, her identity was clear-cut: she was an easygoing companion who brought joy and enthusiasm to Julia's life. Whether she was lounging on a lazy day or bounding through the snow with excitement, Sunny embodied a unique spirit that defied breed classification.
As Julia noted, "Sunny is pretty go with the flow – if we're having a lazy day, she'll relax with us and doesn't fuss much, but if we take her camping, she'll be on and up all day, ready for adventure." Her quirks and routines were as endearing to Julia as her love of food and obedience training.
Ultimately, Sunny's DNA test results served as a reminder that our pets are more than just statistics or breed labels. They are individuals with their own distinct personalities, traits, and stories – and sometimes, the most unexpected twists can lead us on a journey of discovery about ourselves and those we care for most.
When Sunny, a 3-year-old rescue dog from Iran, arrived at her new home in Ontario, Canada, she was labeled as a "Labrador mix." However, owner Julia was skeptical of this classification given the dog's distinct personality and appearance. After conducting two DNA tests through separate companies, Embark and Wisdom Panel, Julia discovered a stark contrast between their results.
The first test, from Embark, declared Sunny to be 100% West Asian village dog, while the second test, from Wisdom Panel, listed 14 different breeds, including Central Asian Ovcharka, German shepherd dog, Fijian street dog, and even Chihuahua. The discrepancy left Julia perplexed.
In an effort to make sense of the conflicting results, Julia shared her experience on Reddit, sparking a lively discussion among pet owners who weighed in with their own perspectives on DNA testing for dogs. Some suggested reevaluating the results, pointing out that Wisdom Panel's database may not include West Asian village dog as a recognized breed.
For Sunny, however, her identity was clear-cut: she was an easygoing companion who brought joy and enthusiasm to Julia's life. Whether she was lounging on a lazy day or bounding through the snow with excitement, Sunny embodied a unique spirit that defied breed classification.
As Julia noted, "Sunny is pretty go with the flow – if we're having a lazy day, she'll relax with us and doesn't fuss much, but if we take her camping, she'll be on and up all day, ready for adventure." Her quirks and routines were as endearing to Julia as her love of food and obedience training.
Ultimately, Sunny's DNA test results served as a reminder that our pets are more than just statistics or breed labels. They are individuals with their own distinct personalities, traits, and stories – and sometimes, the most unexpected twists can lead us on a journey of discovery about ourselves and those we care for most.
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when you do 2 dna tests and get 2 different results but u know ur dog is just a chill boy 
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] breed labels are for humans, not dogs 
[paws print 
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️] go with the flow, indeed! 
Like, I'm not surprised really... DNA tests aren't always 100% accurate. But still, it's kinda funny how Sunny just owns her identity as a "unique spirit" 
Meanwhile, some people are out here stressing about breed labels like they're the only thing that matters 
Can we just appreciate our fur babies for who they are (flaws and all)?
I mean, think about it... our pets aren't just dogs or cats, they're companions, family members even. DNA tests might tell you what breed they are, but they don't capture their quirks, their love, their little idiosyncrasies that make 'em who they are. Sunny's got her own vibe, and if it doesn't match up with some fancy test results, so what? She's still the same loving, go-with-the-flow girl she's always been. It just goes to show that sometimes our pets can teach us to look beyond the labels and just appreciate 'em for who they are 
I think this whole thing is a total wild card (pun intended) and it just goes to show that DNA testing isn't 100% accurate, you know? 
Like, I've heard of these things being off by like 10-20% or whatever before, but 200% difference between two tests? That's crazy talk! 
... like, what's the big deal if they don't match up? Sunny sounds like an amazing pup to me! 
. That's wild!
. And now everyone's talking about it and sharing their own thoughts 
. It just goes to show that our pets are so much more than just breed labels or statistics... they're individuals with their own unique vibes 
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. I'm with Sunny on this one - she's not some cardboard cutout breed label; she's a living, breathing (and snuggling) personality all her own 
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That's like, a whole lotta furry friends waiting for forever homes! 
. A dog that's 3 years old gets labeled as a "Labrador mix" out of the gate? That's suspicious. And now, two DNA tests from reputable companies give conflicting results? Embark says she's a purebred West Asian village dog, but Wisdom Panel lists all these other breeds? It's like they're pulling our leg 
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. I think it's so beautiful how we learn more about ourselves and our relationships with others through experiences like this. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, but it's often in those moments that we discover what truly makes us happy 
. I've got a friend whose cat is super picky about its food, but when you give it tuna, it loves it! So yeah, I can see why Sunny's identity wouldn't be so clear-cut 
? It's like, our pets are individuals, and their DNA tests should reflect that 
. At least she knows what makes her dog tick (literally), and that's all that matters