With nearly 15 years in the canine DNA business and having tested over one-half million canine DNA samples, Scidera Inc. is a highly experienced laboratory. Scidera has stood out in the animal DNA field by researching, developing and marketing all of their own DNA tests.
Scidera is the primary DNA service provider for numerous canine registries around the world, including the American Kennel Club (AKC), United Kennel Club (UKC) and Professional Kennel Club (PKC). In 2001, while a business unit of Celera Genomics, the company that decoded the human genome, Scidera participated in the most advanced genomic research in the world — years ahead of other companies.
Scidera led the private effort to sequence the canine genome. With this unique experience, knowledge, and state-of-the-art genomics technology, Scidera has developed the current line of advanced DNA-based products and services.
Scidera Inc develops innovative life science technologies to introduce environmentally friendly solutions that improve food and human and animal well being.
Scidera Inc , Inc. is the most experienced laboratory in the world for canine DNA identification and parentage testing services. To date, MMI has genotyped hundreds of thousands of dogs for breeders and registries alike.
Since the early 1990's Scidera Inc has been a leader in canine DNA testing. Scidera Inc has worked with canine registry organizations, both large and small, to establish and build DNA testing programs to fulfill each of their needs. Scidera Inc is the principal service provider for the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club.
The development of genomics-based products in the companion animal industries will provide breeders, veterinarians, pet food companies and pet owners with tools to diagnose and treat animals that are susceptible to genetic disorders, assuring a longer and healthier life for these animals.
Along iwth a fast turn around, our dog DNA test collection process is simple — no visit to the veterinarian and no drawing of blood. Our painless process involves a quick cheek swab in the comfort of YOUR dog house.
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Approximately 75 million dogs have humans in the United States. 10% of those dogs were rescued from a shelter with little or no known history.
Source: APPMA.org
The top 10 dog names of 2011 were: Bella, Max, Buddy, Daisy, Bailey, Lucy, Molly, Coco, Charlie and Rocky. Source: Banfield Pet Hospital
The list of most unusual names for 2011 include: Almost-A-Dog, Franco Furter, Stinky McStinkerson, Sir Seamus McPoop, Audrey Shepburn, Dewey Deimell, Knuckles Capone, Beagle Lugosi, Shooter McLovin, Uzi Duzi Du. Source: VIP Pet Insurance
"The Canine Heritage Breed Test is one of the most innovative products I have seen in years. I am a huge proponent of adoption, so my four legged family comes from shelters and breed rescue groups. Finding out what breeds are in my dog's genetic makeup has not only satisfied my curiosity, but given me invaluable health and behavioral information."
Eric Theis
Senior Vice President,
Discovery Communications,
Animal Planet Media Enterprises

Dog Breed Test Instructions
Be sure to follow the instructions and photos on this site or those included with your test kit to ensure a successful DNA collection and analysis
Dog Breed Testing on NBC
The Today Show's Meredith Vieira discovers the heritage of her mixed breed dog Jasper with the help of our Canine Heritage™ Breed Test