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I have, I’m curious but not particularly bothered as it wouldn’t change anything for me.
DNA tests make no difference to how the DDA is applied due the insertion of the word “type” in the legislation. The verdict and decision to destroy a dog comes down in the end to a tape measure and perception.
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Yeah, I was only thinking for curiosity reasons, rather than "oh no, my lovely little puppy is part hyena, how will I sleep at night!"
Was talking about this with MrsDeth and are both in agreement that the DDA is basically bullshit.
"any" dog can be dangerous, and labelling a breed or breed "type" dangerous is ridiculous
DethBeard
Mark(yboy) have you considered a DNA test for Luna to find out her actual genetic makeup?
I considered it with our last pup (RIP Murphy) but other priorities got in the way.
You can get kits for about £40, if you are curious.
I met someone in the park who did it and was told they had a "super mutt" basically an even split with a different dog for every step of its lineage, mongrel after mongrel with no "main" breed (I think they send you a breakdown like: 50% staffy, 25% chihuahua, 25% poodle) but this was 7% across the board