How to Swab Your Dog

 

Cheek swab Collection

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Remove Collection Tube

Open the kit and remove the tube from its packaging. Do not remove the swab from the tube (you can use the tube as a handle).

 

Swab your dog for 30-60 seconds

Take the swab and gently rub the inside of your dog’s cheek pouch and under their tongue to collect saliva for 30-60 seconds.

Some tips to get the best quality sample:

  • We recommend swabbing your dog for 60 seconds. The most common reason for a test to come back inconclusive is because of low DNA concentration, so a longer swabbing time increases your chances for success!
  • Show your dog a treat (don’t let them eat it) so they get nice and slobbery.
  • Don’t let your dog eat for 30 minutes prior to swabbing.
  • Get more swabbing tips!

 

Unscrew cap, place swab in tube, and seal your sample

Unscrew the cap and turn the swab upside down. Place the swab inside the collection tube.

Don’t spill the liquid – it is needed to stabilize the DNA until it’s processed.

Screw the cap until you cannot turn it any further.

 

 

Mix sample

Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly over the sample collection tube. Invert the tube and shake for 10 seconds.