DNA test
Wisdom Panel
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Wisdom Panel
Wisdom Panel Essential Dog DNA Test
DNA test
Best for: Discovering a mixed-breed dog's ancestry
A cheek-swab DNA test that reports breed ancestry from a database of 430+ breeds, screens for 30 genetic health conditions including MDR1, and lists traits and relatives.
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What we likeLarge breed database Includes key health screens like MDR1 Simple cheek swab
Keep in mindFewer health tests than Premium Results take a few weeks
Our in-depth look
Who it's for
Owners of mixed-breed and rescue dogs who are curious about ancestry, and anyone wanting the MDR1 drug-sensitivity screen.
Who should skip it
Owners wanting the broadest health screening — the Premium kit covers far more conditions.
Tips
Don't let your dog eat or drink for an hour before swabbing. Share health results with your vet rather than acting on them alone.
Questions owners ask
What is MDR1? A gene mutation that makes some dogs sensitive to certain medications.
Essential or Premium? Essential covers breed plus core health tests; Premium adds many more health screens.
Written by the StyloPaws team · Last reviewed October 9, 2026
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