 Dear Lawrence – Have you ever been unsure about the best way to apply genetic test results in the care of your dog or the planning for your breeding program? You are not alone.The dramatic increase in genetic testing available for dogs provides an exciting, but sometimes overwhelming, opportunity for dog owners, breeders, and veterinary professionals to improve the health of dogs at the individual and population levels. To provide a foundation in canine genetics that will help you interpret and understand the implications of genetic test results, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), offers a Review of the Current State of Genetic Testing in Dogs. This detailed document is written for your understanding – regardless of your scientific background. It contains helpful diagrams and video lectures to help you master the basic principles necessary to practically and thoughtfully apply genetic test results to the care of your dog(s) and breeding stock. The types of genetic tests currently in use, their application in breeding programs, and their limitations will be discussed, as well as potential negative effects of the misuse of test results in both pet and breeding dogs. We hope you find this resource helpful in caring for current and future generations of dogs.  Sincerely, Andrea Fiumefreddo, MS Director of Programs & Operations AKC Canine Health Foundation Established in 1995, the AKC Canine Health Foundation’s (CHF) mission is to advance the health of all dogs and their owners by funding scientific research and supporting the dissemination of health information to prevent, treat and cure canine disease. CONNECT WITH US:    Unsubscribe | Visit our website | Privacy Policy   AKC Canine Health Foundation8051 Arco Corporate Drive Suite 300 Raleigh, NC 27617 tel: 888.682.9696 | fax: 919.334.4011 |