Gizmo DNA results are in

[concretegurl]

Absolutely he can stay I vote f he was in a herd of Yorkie's he'd confuse them too so he's good!

What test did you use?

[navillusc]

Originally Posted by Carlea

I guess I can quit worrying about what kind of coat he has and when it is going to go long and change colors. Hehehehehe

His coat color will change pretty quick while he's digging holes in your yard. hahahaha

[ladyjane]

The most accurate DNA tests are the blood tests from what I have understood are the Wisdom Panel. My vet told me that the swabs are not accurate at all.

I had a DNA test done on my Cookie and she came up Yorkie and Border Terrier. I am quite sure that was accurate. I always knew she was a mix, but she had a wiry coat and I just knew something else was there...border terrier makes perfect sense.

I have seen people get some very strange results from the swabs....

[Britster]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

The most accurate DNA tests are the blood tests from what I have understood are the Wisdom Panel. My vet told me that the swabs are not accurate at all.

I had a DNA test done on my Cookie and she came up Yorkie and Border Terrier. I am quite sure that was accurate. I always knew she was a mix, but she had a wiry coat and I just knew something else was there...border terrier makes perfect sense.

I have seen people get some very strange results from the swabs....

^^ This. I've heard the swabs are pretty inaccurate most of the time... but that's definitely interesting about the blood test. I may be interested in doing that, depending on how costly it is. Did you do the blood test for Cookie? What kind of info do you have to give if I was trying to see if Jackson is a Silky or a Yorkie for example? Because I highly doubt he's got anything else in him but one or both of those breeds. It's really just a curiosity thing...

[concretegurl]

Originally Posted by concretegurl

Absolutely he can stay I vote f he was in a herd of Yorkie's he'd confuse them too so he's good!

What test did you use?

I should clarify I see Lady Jane posted and I think I should be more specific was it the (MARS) Wisdom Panel swab or the blood test the vet does?


http://www.wisdompanel.com


Oh my Gosh hope you don't mind me posting this but how awesome you are on the site I had to edit to show!

http://www.wisdompanel.com/photo_gallery

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by Britster

^^ This. I've heard the swabs are pretty inaccurate most of the time... but that's definitely interesting about the blood test. I may be interested in doing that, depending on how costly it is. Did you do the blood test for Cookie? What kind of info do you have to give if I was trying to see if Jackson is a Silky or a Yorkie for example? Because I highly doubt he's got anything else in him but one or both of those breeds. It's really just a curiosity thing...

It was a few years ago and was $125 I honestly don't remember what information I had to give, if any.
I knew Cookie was a mix and my curiosity just got the best of me..I had to know! As soon as I saw it, it clicked.....I had no doubt about the accuracy.

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by concretegurl

I should clarify I see Lady Jane posted and I think I should be more specific was it the (MARS) Wisdom Panel swab or the blood test the vet does?


Dog DNA Test, Dog Breed Test - Wisdom Panel Canine DNA Testing | Wisdom Panel


Oh my Gosh hope you don't mind me posting this but how awesome you are on the site I had to edit to show!

http://www.wisdompanel.com/photo_gallery

It was the blood test! I thought I had said that??

[JMuedog]

You can't leave now, YT's already got a hold on you

The more the merrier I always say

[Carlea]

Originally Posted by navillusc

His coat color will change pretty quick while he's digging holes in your yard. hahahaha

TRUE LOL and we have already experienced his digging. Two holes in about twenty minutes. LOLOL

[Carlea]

I used the swabs but now I am thinking I should have used the blood test but there is no way I am drawing blood. . We brought the Wisdom DNA test for mixed breeds from Amazone. It cost approx. $80.00 plus change but that included taxes and shipping.

[concretegurl]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

It was the blood test! I thought I had said that??

You did. I meant that question towards the OP

Originally Posted by Carlea

I used the swabs but now I am thinking I should have used the blood test but there is no way I am drawing blood. . We brought the Wisdom DNA test for mixed breeds from Amazone. It cost approx. $80.00 plus change but that included taxes and shipping.

Well I'm guessing it's still pretty accurate-if you ever feel like blowing another $125 on a "science project" get the vet one and see if there is any difference in results.

I used a lesser brand (my vet did a cheek swab) to DNA my Schnorkie who was determined to be 60 some % miniature schnauzer and 40 some % Yorkie. Wait I mean the other way around which is weird because he looks like a Fraggle and is 21 pounds so I expected it vice versa...

I would like to do the more specific test in the future that will identify the breed of his parents and grandparents and see how that works.

If I were rich I'd LOVE to buy one of each test on the market and see what they all say, would it all be the same results-I've a curious mind like that, but not the wallet thick enough to satisfy the mind


P.S. (edit) the Pro version that takes the blood notes it is to be administered by your vet and they recommend just having it done during your annual visit it only requires a drop added that can be taken from the annual blood work sample so your dog only gets blood drawn once.

[navillusc]

Originally Posted by concretegurl

...I would like to do the more specific test in the future that will identify...

If I were rich I'd LOVE to buy one of each test on the market and see what they all say, would it all be the same results-I've a curious mind like that, but not the wallet thick enough to satisfy the mind ...

I'm with you...I'd love to play with some of those tests...I'd be interested to see if they could determine even part of the parentage since mine aren't registered. It's not that I care...I love them not their pedigree...! I just think it would so interesting and so much fun !

[KatiesMommy]

GIzmo is himself a lover and a keeper LOL ! we love him all thr same too cute

[Carlea]

No matter what he is ...he is the perfect dog for us. We love him.....thank you for all the kind words about Gizmo. I am hooked to YT so iam sure I will keep coming.... My DH swears he still looks like a Yorkie so it will be interesting what he finally looks like. I swear his coat is changing from wiry to soft...or course now that I think about it ...it is not as thick...OOPS hairless is coming to mind.YIKES!!!!!!! LOL

[Carlea]

I found this picture on the internet. The Chinese Crested powder puff on the left looks just like Gizmo even down to the colors.