Rinceoir Cattery
DNA Importance
Pet Factors
The biggest reason we offer DNA testing on our cats/kittens is to give the client and their veterinarian to have a better health reference with the kitten that is going to a client. Genetic testing is powerful technology, but it is important to work with your veterinarian to interpret results, especially when making medical decisions. Misinterpretation or over-interpretation of results in the absence of appropriate context and knowledgeable counseling can be problematic. You can also talk to your to us at any time about the results, as we do understand them very well. We do suggest that anyone who does get their kitten's DNA tested give the results to your veterinarian so that they have it on hand and can refer to it to help if the kitten does get sick. It gives the veterinarian a reference sheet for what we, as a breeder, have sold the client.
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The only reason we have made this an option is because we want you to have the choice. To us, we think it is a very good idea. At one point I offered the test in our pricing. But as of current issues in our economy, I have had to drop my prices. SO the DNA testing has gone back as an option. We are sorry for any inconveniences this cause.
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If you want to genetically test your kitten please contact us or buy a test through Optimal Selection.
Breeding Factors
DNA testing is important for breeding cats because it helps reduce the risk of inherited diseases, allows for the identification of carriers, and informs breeding decisions to improve the overall health and longevity of a breed. It can also be used to verify parentage, predict traits like coat color, and ensure a healthier future for litters.
Importance of DNA testing for cat breeding
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Health and disease prevention: DNA testing identifies genetic markers for inherited diseases common in specific breeds, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), polycystic kidney disease (PKD), certain eye conditions, neurological conditions, as well as other important health markers.
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Informed breeding decisions: By understanding a cat's genetic status, breeders can make informed choices to avoid mating two carriers of the same recessive gene, which would result in affected offspring. This is especially crucial for traits like deafness, which can be linked to certain gene mutations.
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Breed improvement: Consistent genetic screening allows breeders to proactively improve the long-term health and vitality of a breed over generations.
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Carrier identification: Testing can identify cats that are carriers of a disease gene but do not show symptoms themselves, ensuring they are not unknowingly passed on to their offspring.
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Parentage verification: DNA testing can verify the parentage of a kitten, ensuring it matches the pedigree information.
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Trait management: It helps breeders manage the inheritance of specific traits, such as coat color, and understand their genetic basis.
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Proactive and personalized care: This information allows for better preventative healthcare, including potential management of environmental factors that could trigger a genetic disease, such as nutrition or exercise.