Summary
A Texas family adopted a dog named Emma, listed as a "Labrador mix." After a DNA test, they discovered she is actually a purebred Catahoula leopard dog. The family shared their surprise on Reddit, highlighting the rarity of finding purebred dogs in shelters.
Key Facts
- A family in Texas adopted a rescue dog named Emma listed online as a "Labrador mix."
- Emma's history includes being registered at an animal shelter in Louisiana and having a difficult life.
- The family suspected Emma wasn't a Labrador mix and decided to perform a DNA test.
- The DNA test revealed Emma is a purebred Catahoula leopard dog.
- Purebred dogs in U.S. shelters are rare, making up only about 5% of available dogs.
- The DNA test results suggested Emma might have been part of a breeding operation.
- Despite her past, Emma is now happily living with her new family.
