Animal Tests

KnowYourDog Genetic & Breed Test

This KnowYourDog Genetic & Breed Test is a convenient way to learn more about your dog, identifying your dog's breeds, physical traits and genetic diseases to which your dog is susceptible. All this can help you better understand your canine friend and provide the best care possible!

"Thrilled with the KnowYourDog Genetic and Breed Test ! The process was smooth, results were fast, and the insights about my dog were fascinating! Highly recommend" ✪✪✪✪✪  Jenifer 3th August 2023

Dog Inherited Disease and Traits Testing Panels

We offer a comprehensive list of testing panels that include inherited disease and traits specific to individual breeds. Each panel is designed for a specific breed put together by a team of experts to be able to find out about your dog's health and traits at very affordable prices. All testing is highly accurate, performed by a highly specialized animal testing laboratory. Find out more today!

Cat Parentage Test

Our cat parentage test allows you to establish in a definitive manner the true parentage of your cat. By means of this paternity test, cat breeders and cat owners have a highly accurate manner of establishing the parentage of a cat and apply the findings as required such as for breed confirmation.

DogCheck 4.0 Genetic Disease Test

With more than 350 genetic diseases screened the DogCheck4.0 Canine Genetic Disease Screening Test is one of the most comprehensive genetic screening tests available for dogs in the market to date. Find out if your dog is susceptible to any of the diseases or genetic traits tested for with this very easy-to-use test. Find out more about your dog and help it live a healthier life!

Dog Intolerance Test

The Dog Intolerance Test checks 152 foods and 48 artificial allergens to determine the elements your dog could be sensitive to.

Order your intolerance test today and begin your journey towards a healthier life for your dog!

Dog Breed Identification Test
350+ breeds

What breed is your dog? Take the guesswork out of your canine's genetic heritage with our accurate dog breed kit. Starting from only ZAR 1795 and with results in 3 weeks from receipt of samples at the laboratory, dog breed identification testing checks for 1,800 genetic markers and covers more than 350 breeds, types and varieties of dog.

Feline PKD Testing

EasyDNA offers feline PKD testing– a simple DNA test that could save the life of a cat and ensure litters of kittens that are free of this disease. Persian cats and Exotic Shorthairs are amongst the breeds which are most likely to suffer from an inherited disorder known as polycystic kidney disease (PKD).

Dog Parentage Test

Our dog parentage test allows you to establish in a definitive manner the true parentage of your dog. By means of this test, dog breeders and dog owners have the first truly scientific manner of establishing the pedigree of a dog with an accuracy of 99.99%. Results in 10 working days.

PetGen Canine DNA Test

EXCLUSIVE BREED + HEALTH CANINE TEST with Personalized Breed Certificate!

Our PetGen Canine all in one test is a comprehensive, affordable, and unique tool for both Breeders and Dog Parents in creating a better and happier life plan for your pet. Find out important information about your dog’s breed, genetic disease, character and traits, life expectancy and much more for only R2995!

Dog DNA Testing without The Mother

We offer dog parentage testing even without the mother’s sample. However, testing is more complex. By means of this test, dog breeders and dog owners have the first truly scientific manner of establishing the pedigree of a dog with an accuracy of 99.99%. Results are sent by email within 10 working days from receipt of samples at the laboratory.

Dog Inherited Disease & Trait Test

Is your dog carrier of any genetic diseases? Will it be affected or suffer from the disease later on in life? Are you concerned that this disease might affect any offspring? Why not make a scientific move towards eliminating or reducing the risk of disease in your dogs with dog inherited disease testing?

Due to the variety of breeds and diseases the laboratory is able to test for, kindly contact us with details of the breed and type of test you are looking for so we can advise and quote accordingly.

Horse Hereditary Disease Test

Are you concerned that your horse might have inherited genetic diseases that limit
their ability to perform or stay healthy? Genetic testing can make your life much easier! Horse Hereditary Disease testing can help you determine if your horse is at risk of developing a specific hereditary disease or if they possess any phenotypic traits of interest. Results for this test are emailed to you within 10 to 14 working days!

Cat Intolerance Test

Is your cat continuously vomiting? Take better care of your feline health with a cat test for sensitivity to food, environmental, and artificial allergens. Find out information that can help you manage better the happiness and health of your feline. Test your cat from just R1999.

CatCheck (Feline) Genetic Disease Test

With more than 75 genetic diseases screened the CatCheck Feline Genetic Disease DNA Test is one of the most comprehensive genetic screening tests available in the market to date. It is a very easy-to-use test that will screen for a comprehensive list of diseases, blood groups and genetic traits common in cats. Test today to find out more about your cat and help it live a healthier life.

Horse Intolerance Test

If your horse is showing signs of illness or visible discomfort after eating, it might be due to sensitivity to food, environmental, and artificial allergens. Now you can manage your horse’s health better with a horse intolerance test for as little as ZAR 1999.

Horse Parentage Testing

Are you unsure as to which horse is the biological father of a foal? Parentage testing for horses provides scientific, accurate answer to questions of horse parentage. Equine parentage testing is essential to any type of breeding programme.

Cat Genetics DNA Test

Do you want to discover more about what makes your furry companion the way they are? Feline DNA testing analyses your kitty’s genetic makeup to provide insight about their ancestry, breed groups they belong to, similarity to wild cats and much more. You will not need to visit the vet because the test only requires a cheek swab sample! Results are available in 8 to 10 weeks from receipt of samples at the laboratory.  

Avian DNA sexing

Avian DNA based sexing is the ultimate in testing for birds. Distinguishing male from female birds is notoriously difficult. Unlike mammals, the physical characteristics which distinguish male and female birds are very subtle or altogether absent. Bird DNA sexing can help breeders establish the gender of the birds with 100% accuracy. Results ready in 5 working days from receipt of samples.

Equine DNA Profiling (Genotyping)

A DNA profile is a unique form of genetic identification for your horse. It is an indisputable ID for your horse that can be used to identify it with 100% accuracy should the need arise. Our horse DNA profile starts from R1000 for 1 profile. We can offer additional horse profiles at the small discounted price per sample sent in.

Dog Multidrug Resistance 1 (MDR1) Test

Many dog breeds are afflicted by the MDR1 gene mutation, which affects how they react to certain drugs and medications. With our new Dog Multidrug Resistance 1 (MDR1) Test , you can determine if your dog carries the gene mutation, allowing you to take better care of your pet’s health. The price of the Dog MDR1 Test starts from R1495.

Dog Exercise Induced Collapse Test

Is your dog suffering from weakness and lack of coordination after training or intense exercise? Your pet might be suffering from Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC). Determine whether your dog carries the gene responsible for the syndrome through EasyDNA’s Dog Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC) Test, starting from R1495.

Dog Degenerative Myelopathy Test

Some of the earliest symptoms of degenerative myelopathy among dogs include walking on knuckles, loss of balance and coordination, and difficulty getting up from lying down. Could your dog have the gene responsible for degenerative myelopathy? Get an accurate diagnosis with EasyDNA’s Dog Degenerative Myelopathy Test, starting from R1495.

Dog Hyperuricosuria for Uric
Acid Test

Hyperuricosuria (HUU) is a condition characterised by an excessive level of uric acid in the dog’s urine, which can also cause painful kidney or bladder stones. This condition, which can occur in any dog breed, is inherited. Could your dog have hyperuricosuria? Find out through EasyDNA’s Dog Hyperuricosuria Test , from only R1495.

Dog Progressive Retinal Atrophy,
Progressive Rod-Cone Degeneration
(PRA-prcd) Test

Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Progressive Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd) is an inherited degenerative disorder that causes a dog’s vision to deteriorate over time and can ultimately lead to blindness. Get an accurate diagnosis through EasyDNA’s Dog PRA-prcd Test, from only R1495.

Dog von Willebrand Disease Test

von Willebrand Disease Type 1 (vWD1) is the most common genetic bleeding disease among dogs, which causes excessive bleeding after injury, trauma, or surgical procedures. Could your dog have inherited this disorder? Find out for sure using EasyDNA’s Dog von Willebrand Disease Test, from only R1495.