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How can I accurately determine my dog's breed without a DNA test?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello, would you mind telling me what kind of breed is this?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on June 7th, 2019

Your puppy is very cute! It is important to remember that visual identification is inaccurate 75% of the time. However if I had to guess, I think there is some pitbull terrier in your pup. It is likely that your pup is a mix of several different breeds. It is also possible that boxer or Boston terrier is present in the heritage. I recommend to speak with your veterinarian if genetic testing is available in your area. That is the most accurate way to know the heritage.

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    Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 9th, 2019

    Your puppy is super cute! It is important to note that looks can be deceiving and breed identification based on looks alone has been proven to be inaccurate 75% of the time. Your dog is also a puppy so is not yet fully developed. If I had to guess, your pup has a lot of spaniel in it’s back ground, American or English cocker spaniel and/or Cavalier King Charles. There are breed analysis test which can accurately determine the heredity of your puppy. I recommend Wisdom Panel. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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