Owner DNA Tests Rescue Dog, Reveals Unique Breed Owner 'Never Heard Before'
Summary
A Chicago dog owner named Katrina Coakley discovered through a DNA test that her rescue dog, Maverick, is mostly a Puerto Rican Village Dog. This finding connected her pet to the island’s culture and history, which was also celebrated during a recent Super Bowl halftime show.Key Facts
- Katrina Coakley adopted her dog, Maverick, from a rescue center in Illinois.
- She used a DNA testing service called Embark to learn about Maverick's breed.
- The test showed Maverick is 64.2% Puerto Rican Village Dog.
- Puerto Rican Village Dogs are also known as satos and have lived on the island for thousands of years.
- Maverick's remaining ancestry includes breeds like Chow Chow and golden retriever.
- Coakley shared the results on her social media, receiving positive responses.
- Puerto Rican Village Dogs are described as intelligent and independent.
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