.Poppy.
22-01-18, 21:55
I am a member of a dog forum and it's become pretty popular to do DNA testing and see the results. The particular company (Embark) doesn't just determine breed, but also scans for potential genetic illnesses and can say if your dog may be at risk, is not at risk, or is just a carrier (which wouldn't effect your dog, but would effect any potential puppies).
I have a 3 year old dog that I believe to be a working English Cocker. I thought it would be so awesome to see what breeds are in him for sure, and also that it would be "wise" to see if he was at risk for anything genetic. And if he's not - that will just be the biggest sigh of relief!
Thing is, he came from a nasty hoarding situation and has some behavioral challenges as a result. So of course I'm worried that he could be ill as well. So far, other than anxiety/reactivity, he's incredibly healthy, however, my cousin had an American Cocker that died due to an enlarged heart. Cockers are at risk of this, and the particular DNA test does screen for it.
I've been doing so well, but now I'm just so scared that I'm going to get the results that he has a genetic illness and is going to get sick. Granted, not all of the disease they test for are a death sentence, either, but geez. I can't believe I thought this was a good idea.
I have about 2-3 weeks before I get the results back. Is there anyone that can talk some sense into me? :scared15:
I have a 3 year old dog that I believe to be a working English Cocker. I thought it would be so awesome to see what breeds are in him for sure, and also that it would be "wise" to see if he was at risk for anything genetic. And if he's not - that will just be the biggest sigh of relief!
Thing is, he came from a nasty hoarding situation and has some behavioral challenges as a result. So of course I'm worried that he could be ill as well. So far, other than anxiety/reactivity, he's incredibly healthy, however, my cousin had an American Cocker that died due to an enlarged heart. Cockers are at risk of this, and the particular DNA test does screen for it.
I've been doing so well, but now I'm just so scared that I'm going to get the results that he has a genetic illness and is going to get sick. Granted, not all of the disease they test for are a death sentence, either, but geez. I can't believe I thought this was a good idea.
I have about 2-3 weeks before I get the results back. Is there anyone that can talk some sense into me? :scared15: