About the Age Test

The Age Test calculates calendar (or genealogical) age and an estimated birthdate range for your dog.

We've designed, an algorithm that focuses on methylation patterns that are very strongly correlated with actual age. To develop our accurate algorithm, we chose more than 2,000 dogs of known birthdates of all ages and body sizes across a variety of breeds and mixes.

We then measured the amount of DNA methylation across the dogs’ genomes and used that information to create an algorithm for the Age Test that can predict any dog’s age range.

77% of dogs have a true birthday within 12 months of their estimated birthday!

How does it work?

We use a saliva test that is similar to our genotyping kits (i.e. Breed ID, Breed + Health Kit, etc.), but that has key differences. Instead of being based on your dog’s DNA sequence, this test is based on epigenetics. Learn more about the science behind our Age Test here!

Can I Purchase the Age Test?

Yes! Visit our website here .

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