Ancestry Report. Charm. W hat b re eds make u p Charm? Mixed breed Ancestor. See next page for more details...

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1 Ancestry Report W hat b re eds make u p Charm? The Wisdom Panel Insights computer algorithm performed over seven million calculations using 11 different models (from a single breed to complex combinations of breeds) to predict the most likely combination of pure and mixed breed dogs in the last 3 ancestral generations that best fit the DNA marker pattern observed in Charm. The ancestry chart depicting the best statistical result of this analysis is shown in the picture below. Breed Mix Breed Inu Mix Inu Mix Charm / Mix / Inu Mix / Mix crossed with / Inu Mix breed Ancestor. See next page for more details... Breed

2 W hat does t he Bre ed Ancestor mean for my dog? We have identified for you the 5 next best breed matches which appeared in the analysis of your dog's DNA. One or more of these breeds could have contributed to the genetic makeup of the ancestors indicated by the mixed breed icon. The breeds are listed by the relative strength of each result in our analysis with the most likely at the top of the list. There could also be a breed or breeds present in the mixed breed component that we cannot detect with our current database of purebred dogs Beagle 3.71 Jindo 2.72 Chinese Shar-Pei 2.64 Tibetan Mastiff Golden Retriever 1.61 How Wisdom Panel Insights W orks The process started when you sent a sample to our laboratory, where the DNA was extracted from the cells and examined for the 321 markers that are used in the test. The results for these markers were sent to a computer, that evaluated them using a program designed to consider all of the pedigree trees that are possible in the last three generations. The trees considered include a simple pedigree with a single breed (a likely pure-bred dog), two different breeds at the parental level (a first-generation cross), all the way up to a complex tree with eight different great-grandparent breeds allowed. Our computer used information from over 185 breeds from our breed database to fill these potential pedigrees. For each of the millions of combinations of ancestry trees built and considered, the computer gave each a score representing how well that selected combination of breeds matched to your dog s data. The pedigree with the overall best score is the one which is shown on the ancestry chart. Only breeds that reached our set confidence threshold for reporting are reported in the ancestry chart.

3 Tre eing Walker Co onhound Height: cm Weight (Show): kg Weight (Pet): kg Ears: Muzzle: Tail: The is related to the English Foxhound, which was introduced to Virginia in 1742 by Thomas Walker. The foundation stock of the breed was Tennessee Lead, a stolen dog of unknown descent and a Walker Hound. dogs were originally registered as part of the English breed. It was not until 1946, that the was recognised as a breed in its own right. This breed is an excellent hunter of prey such as raccoons and squirrels. It trees its target by standing against the tree with the scent and then it will bay using its distinctive howl to inform its owner that the prey has been cornered. The has been assigned the Hound Group designation by the American Kennel Club and is currently a Foundation Stock Service breed. The has a smooth coat and comes in either tricolour (black tan and white) or bicolour, with either black or tan with white. The colour tends to cover either a saddle or blanket pattern on the back. Do you recognize any of these traits in CHARM? Agile, energetic, loving, intelligent, confident and even-tempered dogs. They are not good with small animals due to their innate tracking and hunting instincts. They are highly active and require a great deal of physical and mental exercise, so they are generally not suited to apartment living or small back gardens. Their tracking sense is so strong that they are unable to follow commands when they are trailing a scent. Their curious nature means that they have a tendency to stand on their hind legs to investigate a small child or small dog being held in the arms of an adult.

4 Height: cm Weight (Show): kg Weight (Pet): kg Ears: Muzzle: Tail: The is an ancient breed native to city in the Tohoku region of Honshu. The has been a symbol of health and prosperity and bears the status of an imperial symbol and guard. The breed s history began in 1630 when Matagi Inu breeders started crossing their dogs with other breeds indigenous to the region. The resulting breed was known as the Odate Inu, which were crossbred with dogs native to other regions of Japan and larger European dogs, leading to the modern day. In 1931 the was designated as a national monument and became the national dog of Japan. The breed was established as a purebred line at that time. Today the breed has many fans as a companion dog across Europe and North America. The may be any colour including white, brindle or pinto (white with evenly placed patches covering the head and body). Black masks are possible in this breed, but not on white dogs. A white chest blaze is also sometimes seen. Do you recognize any of these traits in CHARM? Intelligent, alert, loyal, and calm dogs. Can be stubborn or wilful. s enjoy dog sports such as carting, sledding, agility, tracking, rally and competitive obedience. Stubborn tendencies may be reduced by using motivational tools such as treats and favourite toys in reward-based obedience training. Reputation as a good family dog, but can develop defensive aggression if threatened, scared, or mistreated.

5 Height: cm Weight (Show): kg Weight (Pet): kg Ears: Muzzle: Tail: The is a venerable breed dating back at least two thousand years. Many believe that the breed originated in China, but there is some evidence that indicates the actually migrated to China from Mongolia and Manchuria. While no one can say for sure from which breeds the has descended, it is believed that the breed has Tibetan Mastiff and Samoyed in its bloodline. The served a dual purpose in China. Some were used for hunting while others were used to guard the sacred temples from evil entities. The East Indian Company brought the to England in 1781 and Queen Victoria received s as a gift in During the 1880 s, the numbers of s imported increased drastically. The is one of the oldest known breeds. The comes in either rough or smooth coat, with the rough having a more fluffy appearance. The coat may have lighter shading and be one of five colours; black, blue, cinnamon, cream, and red, which varies from a light golden to a deep mahogany. The is famous for its blue mottled tongue, and sometimes has a black mask. Do you recognize any of these traits in CHARM? Reputation as a loyal family dog. Reserved and wary with strangers. Independent spirit, but responds to reward-based obedience training. The was originally bred for various purposes including the guarding of people and/or property. Individual members of this breed will benefit from firm and dedicated training to temper this guarding tendency, and thus help to maintain safety as a household companion.

6 Inu Height: cm Weight (Show): Inu 6-12 kg Weight (Pet): 7-13 kg Ears: Muzzle: Tail: Introduced into Britain in 1912, the Inu is an ancient and uncommon Japanese breed that was used for herding and hunting. It is presumed that this particular breed was brought to Japan from China, where they were often found homes in temples and were gifted to various dignitaries, as well as to the Chinese Emperor. Since their arrival in Japan, the Inu have been crossbred with the Pekingese, the and the Kyushu to produce the breed as it is known today. In 1936, the Cultural Properties Act declared the Inu a precious natural product of Japan. The breed was brought nearly to the brink of extinction during World War II and was only saved by co-mingling the breeds San in, Mino and Shinshu bloodlines. The Inu comes in three colours, which are black and tan, cream, and red (including red sesame). The coat frequently has white markings, and or shading in places. The tail may be curved over the back, or in a circle. Do you recognize any of these Inu traits in CHARM? Intelligent, agile, and alert dogs with spirited boldness. Inus seem to enjoy dog sports such as agility, flyball, tracking, rally and competitive obedience. Independent spirit but responds well to a reward-based approach to training involving treats or favourite toys. May be aloof or reserved around strangers and may require careful socialisation to prevent or reduce defensive aggressive tendencies.

7 T hank you for cho osing Wisdom Panel Insights to learn abou t you r dog s family ancest ry Congratulations on taking the steps to learn about your dog's ancestry and to understand what breeds are in your mixed breed dog using Wisdom Panel Insights! Knowing your dog s breeds is more than a novelty - it is a medical necessity. Each breed in your pooch s genetic paw print has unique health concerns you should know about so that you can provide a lifetime of excellent care. Scre en Charm for over 40 genetic dis eas es Visit to find out more about the genetic diseases associated with the breeds detected. You will find out about the genetic diseases relevant to breeds and incidence of these diseases. Screening for these diseases is simple and requires no further sample to be submitted. Simply discuss the request with your vet and they will contact Orivet Genetic Pet Care to organise a full genetic health screen. Join the Orivet community of animal lovers to share your Wisdom Panel Insights Story with others: For customer service in Australia, please contact insights@orivet.com.au We recommend discussing your dog s ancestry report with your veterinarian, as he or she can help you use your Wisdom Panel Insights report to help better care for Charm. The next time you visit your veterinarian, consider asking these questions in addition to any you come up with on your own: Are there any specific issues that may be relevant to my dog s well-being? Are there any special techniques that may help in training a dog with this particular mix? Are there any particular dietary considerations to bear in mind for a dog like mine? Visit wisdompanel.com and use the details below to create your dog s profile: Owner Name: Natasha Hajjar Test Report Code: RS00969 Register your dog and upload photos into our Wisdom Panel photo gallery Get help to show off your dog s breed profile on your blog, Dogster page, Facebook and MySpace profiles More insight Learning more about the history of the breeds detected in Charm can help you and your veterinarian better train, feed and care for your dog. Visit our online Breed Library at wisdompanel.com Mars, Incorporated. Wisdom Panel is a trademark of Mars, Incorporated

8 TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Each dog is unique and their physical and behavioural traits will be the result of multiple factors, including genetics, training, handling, and environment. Wisdom Panel Insights proprietary genetic analysis provides insight into the behavioural traits in breeds that have been identified in your dog. Wisdom Panel Insights is designed and intended to be used solely to identify the genetic make-up of a mixed-breed dog and no other purpose is intended, authorised, or permitted. Upon receipt of your sample, Mars Veterinary will analyse your dog s DNA to determine the breeds present in your dog s ancestry with a reasonable degree of certainty. Mars Veterinary s testing procedures are designed to provide reliable and accurate results. Wisdom Panel Insights is intended for use on mixed-breed dogs. The test was designed specifically to look for multiple breeds in a dog s ancestry and was not designed to validate the purity of a purebred dog. Mars Veterinary is not responsible for any errors in obtaining the swab sample or for any injuries or loss that may occur as a result. In the unlikely event that it is not possible to determine breed history or that an error in the analysis occurs, liability by Mars Veterinary or related companies and individuals is disclaimed and damages in any event are limited to the payment actually received by Mars Veterinary for the specified analysis at issue. Wisdom Panel Insights is based upon the Mars Veterinary database of validated breeds. If your dog contains other breeds, it may result in the identification of breeds, or a combination of breeds in the database, related to the breeds in your pet s history. All dogs should be considered individual animals. Because each dog is a product of its unique environment and handling, it may exhibit different traits and behaviors than those listed on the breed detail pages provided in the final results. The descriptions of the individual breeds provided by Mars Veterinary on these pages are intended to be general in nature. They are not intended to be all-inclusive or definitive and may or may not reflect the natural temperament of your dog. UK legislation dictates that ownership of dogs with particular types of breeds in their genetic background is prohibited without specific exemption from a court. You may want to check with your local authorities to determine if your dog s type is covered by the existing UK legislation. Neither Mars Veterinary nor any related company is responsible for compliance or notification regarding these matters.

9 Owner's name: Natasha Hajjar Dog's name: Charm Date: May 22, 2017 Statement of Authenticity This certifies the authenticity of Charm's canine genetic background as determined following careful analysis of more than 300 genetic markers using Wisdom Panel Insights. The purebred dog breed signature matches included in this analysis are those that were detected in the last three generations of Charm's ancestry using the proprietary breed detection algorithm at Mars Veterinary. Dr. Cynthia Cole DVM, PhD, DACVCP Research & Development Director / Mix Breed Mix Charm Mix Breed / Inu Mix Inu Breed Inu Mix / Mix crossed with / Inu Mix