Dog & Cat DNA Testing

Dog & Cat DNA Testing is a cheap and easy way to test the health of your dogs and Cats and Dogs – A DNA Laboratory specialises in studying dog and cat DNA for conditions and diseases affecting their health and breeding.

Amongst other tests they will allow you to test your beloved cat for “Points” coloration, the Agouti gene (solid or stripy colours) or, sadly, PKD. PKD testing is our most common cat health check. To do this you’ll need a PKD collection kit

PKD is a genetic disease affecting 38% of long haired cats worldwide that unfortunately leads to an early death. Breeds most likely to be affected are Persian cats. A PKD test will identify if the disease is present, but there is currently no cure. Breeders are encouraged to perform PKD tests on their Persian and Siamese litter to confirm their cats’ health and stop the spread of this heartbreaking disease. Families can also find out if their cat has the condition by performing a PKD test, and appreciate every moment they spend with their cherished pet. PKD tests are simple, inexpensive and 100% effective.

There is a simple test to test for four color variations in fancy breed cats, this is a test for color variation found in and distinguishing Siamese and Himalayan Cats.