From: "Julie Borst" To: "Poodle Support Group" Subject: PSG: DNA Profiling for Parentage Date: Sun, 8 Feb 2004 16:09:29 -0800 ----- Original Message ----- From: Jo Kendall > I'll try to make this question understandable----Example---a litter is > whelped, registered as whelped by a bitch who is not the dam of the > litter. The litter is sold and one of the bitches is bred, litter is > whelped and registered with correct sire and dam. Would DNA catch the > previous incorrect pedigree??? > Jo > Indiana Sadly, no Jo. This is one of the reasons I love to see a pedigree with all individuals in the last 5 to 10 years DNA profiled. I have encouraged the OFA to list the fact if a particular dog has been profiled in the information field where they list the birth date of the dog. The UKC (United Kennel Club www.ukcdogs.com) goes one further, and dogs profiled (they use the exact same company as the AKC) without the parents having been profiled have the letters DNA-P after their registration numbers. . . .drum roll . . .This is the part I like . . . dogs who are profiled and whose parents are ALSO profiled have the letters DNA-VIP after their registration numbers. I have written before to PSG, UKC accepts AKC profiles into their database, but the AKC does not accept the UKC profiles (even though the profiling is done by the same company!). So, if wishing to accomplish both, an owner will want to accomplish the AKC profile first to save on expenses. I hope more and more breeders see the worth of the "voluntary" DNA profiling for parentage, it goes far past the $35.00 it costs to perform the testing and registration with the AKC. The DNA testing requirements and explanation of the dogs required to have this accomplished and the circumstances can be found at: http://www.akc.org/registration/dna/fus_faq.cfm Basically, 1) frequently used sires, 2) dogs with collected semen intended for an AKC litter, 3)a litter in which parentage needs to be proven if there is more than one sire or possibly more than one sire, 4) The AKC may require or recommend DNA profiling before, after or during a kennel inspection. Regarding #4, if owner pays for the testing, the dogs will have their pedigrees so noted, just like any other DNA profiling for parentage. If the AKC runs the profiling during a kennel inspection (Compliance Audit Program, that's without the owner paying for the testing), those results are used for the inspection report only and do not count as DNA profiling that is seen on pedigrees or is a part of the Frequently Used Sires Program. A few highlights (edited) Frequently Used Sires Requirement - FAQ's 1. Which sires are required to be AKC DNA Certified? Effective for litters whelped on or after July 1, 2000, AKC DNA Certification is required if a stud dog is classified as a Frequently Used Sire, meaning that he has produced seven or more litters in his lifetime or more than three litters in a calendar year. 2. Is this requirement for Dams as well? No. The requirement only applies to stud dogs meeting the above criteria. Breeders may, of course, voluntarily DNA Certify other breeding stock or offspring through the DNA Certification Program. 3. What information does the DNA testing provide? AKC DNA Certification is for parentage (not grandparentage) verification and genetic identity purposes only. It does not provide information regarding genetic health, conformation, performance ability, coat color, etc. 4. What is the cost of AKC DNA Certification? AKC has two types of kits. The regular kit is available at no charge, and the $40 processing fee (per dog) is due when the sample is returned to the AKC. We also offer a Prepaid Test Kit for only $35 (per dog). You can save $5 per dog by paying in advance. 5. How do I order a DNA Test Kit? DNA Test Kits may be ordered through the AKC Online Store, or by contacting the AKC: email: orderdesk@akc.org; fax: (919) 816-4255; phone: (919) 233-9767; mail: AKC DNA Test Kit, American Kennel Club, PO Box 37904, Raleigh, NC 27627-7904. Please include your name, address, and the number of dogs you wish to test. Include $35 per dog for Prepaid Test Kits. 6. How is a DNA sample collected? A bristle brush is inserted in the dog's mouth and swirled against the inside of the cheek. It is non-invasive and painless to the dog. The collector must sign a statement that he/she has correctly identified the dog tested. 7. Will the DNA information appear on Registration materials? Yes, if the dog is individually registered at the time the swab is submitted to the AKC. After the Certificate of DNA Analysis has been issued, all subsequent Registration Certificates and Pedigrees will include the DNA Profile Number for that dog (including those for sire and dam, grandparents, etc., if their Profiles are on record). 8. What about Frozen Semen Litters? Any dog collected for frozen or fresh-extended semen use after October 1, 1998, must be AKC DNA Certified. Litters produced by frozen semen count towards qualifying a dog as a Frequently Used Sire. However, if the semen was collected before October 1, 1998, a DNA Certification is not required. Also note: Frequently Used Sires ( defined as 7 or more litters sired or more than 3 litters in a calendar year) with DNA profiles from the voluntary DNA Certification Program or from the Parent Breed Club DNA Program have already met this requirement. To reiterate, Dogs sampled during kennel inspections for the Compliance Audit Program are not DNA Certified - DNA Certificates are not issued, and DNA Profile Numbers are not added to the registration record. Therefore, the dogs do not meet the requirement for Frequently Used Sires until a DNA sample is submitted via the DNA Certification Program For additional answers, contact AKC DNA Operations: email: dna@akc.org fax: (919) 816-4255 phone: (919) 816-3508 For an overview, go to http://www.akc.org/registration/dna/ Julie Borst Reed Tiara La Jolla & Pacific Beach, CA