
Each Kit Contains:
-Paper Sleeve with 2 DNA Collection Swabs
-Return Envelope
Remember to use both swabs on one Dog.
1. Complete the Customer Information Card
2. Keep food away from the dog for at least one hour prior to collecting the sample.
3. If sampling multiple dogs, be sure that they are separated for more
than one (1) hour before testing. Sample ONE at a time and complete the
entire process before proceeding to the next dog, to avoid any cross
contamination of the DNA samples. During this time keep the dogs away
from any shared toys, food and water dishes.
4. Remove the
polyester tipped applicator from the paper sleeve and brush the inside
of the dog's cheek. Rub and swirl the swab FIRMLY for at least 10
seconds. To ensure better cell collection, press on the outside of the
dogs check as you swab. This will not injure the cheeks in any way.
This test is a cell based test. To work properly there must be a large
amount of cells collected. The firmer and longer the swabbing process,
the better the chance of getting a good DNA sample.
5. Allow the swab to
completely air dry for at least thirty (30) minutes before returning it
to the paper sleeve.
6. Repeat the swabbing process with the second swab.
7. Write the dog's name on the swab sleeve.
8. Place the samples and Customer Information Card in the prepaid
envelope and return to BioPet Vet Lab.
Be sure to return both swabs
If submitting samples for more than one dog, repeat steps 1 through 7
for each dog separately. Be sure to avoid any sample cross
contamination, and correctly label the envelope for each swab. Each
dog's sample must be submitted in a separate envelope to avoid cross
contamination.
Please allow 7-10 days for your sample to arrive at BioPet Vet Lab. Processing time from this point will be 2 weeks.
Your dog's Ancestry Analysis Certificate and Breed Behavior, Health and
Personality Summary will be mailed to you within two weeks after
receipt of your sample.