Canine

Traditionally, canine services have been our major activity. Thus, we offer numerous service involving DNA-based detection of disease genes and coat color genes in the dog. Testing for disease-causing genes allows the breeder to avoid breeding dogs that could result in puppies affected with the disease. One of the major diseases we test for is von Willebrand's disease, a bleeding disease.VetGen presently tests for five different mutations, and has obtained exclusive license for the patents describing canine vWD.

One, the Doberman-type mutation, is extremely common in many breeds. While it is a mild disease normally, it can cause fatal bleeding at the time of surgery or trauma. We also offer tests for many other disease-causing genes in dogs.

Also available are numerous tests for many of the coat color genes responsible for a great deal of the coat color variation in dogs. By using these tests, breeders can select mates who will produce litters with predictable coat colors, and avoid undesirable coat colors. We also offer DNA "profiling", a characterization of DNA that allows dog identification and parentage determinations.

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