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Medical and Veterinary Dog Allergy Testing Disclaimer

This dog allergy test disclaimer explains the veterinary, scientific, sample, reporting and informational limits that apply when you use DogAllergyTest.us, purchase a test, submit a sample, contact support or review a report.

Please read this page together with our Legal Hub, Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, product instructions, checkout disclosures and laboratory documents.

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calendar_monthLast updated: June 23, 2026 languageUnited States
Veterinary limits Consumer reports do not replace professional veterinary care.
Scientific limits Results depend on the method, panel, assay and current evidence.
Sample limits Collection, identity, storage and transport can affect testing.
Clinical relevance A reported reaction does not always establish a clinical allergy.
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Not for emergencies or urgent veterinary decisions

DogAllergyTest.us, its forms, email addresses and customer-support channels are not veterinary emergency services. If your dog has trouble breathing, facial swelling, collapse, repeated vomiting, severe weakness, suspected poisoning, a rapidly worsening reaction or another urgent condition, contact a veterinarian, emergency veterinary hospital or appropriate animal poison-control service immediately. Do not wait for a report or support response.

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Find the section that applies to your testing path

The page is organized around the choices presented across the website: purchasable blood panels, intolerance testing, at-home collection and educational comparisons of hair, saliva, skin and veterinarian-led methods.

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General purpose

Scope, educational use, veterinary relationship and product-versus-guide distinctions.

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Shop products

125-, 64- and 61-allergen blood panels plus the separate intolerance product.

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Testing methods

Blood, hair, saliva, skin, intradermal, DNA, food and environmental testing.

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Samples and results

Collection, identity, false results, interpretation and scientific changes.

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Care decisions

Medication, diets, immunotherapy, urgent symptoms and professional review.

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Service and legal

Turnaround, marketing, providers, privacy, support and state-law differences.

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Scope and intended use

These provisions explain what this veterinary disclaimer covers and what DogAllergyTest.us content, products, kits and reports are intended to do.

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Scope and definitions

This disclaimer applies to:

  • DogAllergyTest.us and its website content;
  • dog allergy tests and product descriptions;
  • full allergen panels, single panels and intolerance testing;
  • blood-sample collection and at-home kit materials;
  • educational pages about hair, saliva, skin, intradermal, DNA and veterinary testing;
  • food- and environmental-trigger information;
  • sample reports and completed reports;
  • articles, support pages, comparisons and case studies;
  • emails, calls, forms and customer-support communications; and
  • laboratory, fulfilment and other third-party services arranged through the website.

“DogAllergyTest.us,” “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our” refer to the operator identified in the Terms of Service. “Services” includes the website, products, testing, reports, educational content and administrative support.

Product-specific pages, preparation instructions, collection requirements, laboratory documents and checkout disclosures also apply. This disclaimer does not replace any document supplied for a particular test.

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Educational, screening and informational purposes

Unless a service is expressly identified in writing as a regulated veterinary diagnostic service, website content and consumer reports are provided for general informational, educational, screening or wellness purposes.

They are not intended to:

  • diagnose, confirm or rule out disease;
  • replace a physical examination or clinical workup;
  • determine the cause of itching, ear disease, skin lesions or digestive symptoms;
  • prescribe medication, immunotherapy, supplements or food;
  • predict treatment response with certainty;
  • monitor disease progression; or
  • replace advice from a licensed veterinarian or veterinary dermatologist.
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No veterinarian-client-patient relationship

Using the website, submitting an inquiry, placing an order, collecting a sample or receiving a report does not create a veterinarian-client-patient relationship.

Veterinary practice and telemedicine rules differ by state. DogAllergyTest.us and its support staff are not acting as your dog’s veterinarian unless a separately identified professional veterinary service expressly states otherwise.

Support can explain ordering, kit use, sample return, report access and administrative matters. Support cannot examine your dog, diagnose symptoms, prescribe treatment or provide an individualized veterinary medical plan.

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Product pages and educational solution pages

The shop currently presents purchasable allergen panels and an intolerance product. The solutions section also discusses other testing paths so owners can compare methods.

A solution, comparison or support page does not necessarily mean that the described method is sold directly by DogAllergyTest.us. Review the selected product page and checkout details before assuming that a specific sample type, laboratory method or professional service is included.

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“Lab verified” and “vet reviewed” language

A reference to lab-verified results means only that the applicable sample or report was processed or reviewed within the stated laboratory workflow. It does not mean that every finding is a diagnosis, clinically significant or free from analytical limitations.

A reference to vet-reviewed guidance applies only to the content or scope actually reviewed. It does not create a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, replace examination of the individual dog or constitute a prescription or treatment plan.

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Different dog allergy testing methods are not interchangeable

Dog allergy testing can involve different sample types, analytical methods and purposes. A blood allergen panel, intolerance report, hair test, saliva test, intradermal skin test and controlled food trial do not measure the same biological process and should not be interpreted as equivalent evidence.

Match the testing path to the question you are trying to answer. Review our how to test a dog for allergies guide, at-home versus veterinary comparison and features overview.

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Allergen panel and intolerance product limitations

The shop currently includes three blood-sample allergen panels and a separate intolerance test. Panel size does not by itself establish accuracy or clinical value.

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Full 125-allergen panel limitations

A product in the full panel category reports only the 125 allergens listed for that test and uses the sample and laboratory method described on its product page.

Broader coverage does not provide a complete assessment of every possible food, pollen, mould, mite, insect, parasite, infection or non-allergic cause of symptoms.

A reported reaction may not be clinically relevant to the individual dog. A negative result does not prove that allergy is absent or that an untested trigger is irrelevant.

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61- and 64-allergen panel limitations

Products in the single panel category have a narrower scope than the 125-allergen panel. They do not evaluate allergens outside the listed set.

The 61- and 64-allergen panels may contain different allergen groups. They should not be treated as interchangeable merely because the total counts are similar.

Select the panel according to its actual allergen list and intended use, not only its item count or price.

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Blood-sample collection limitations

The allergen panels described in the shop require a blood sample. Follow all collection, handling and return instructions supplied with the test.

Do not attempt blood collection in a way that could injure or seriously distress the dog or collector. Use an appropriately trained professional where required by the instructions, state law, animal-welfare considerations or the individual dog’s condition.

An “at-home” product may allow ordering or part of the process to begin at home; it does not necessarily mean every collection step is suitable for every owner or dog.

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Dog intolerance test limitations

A product in the dog intolerance testing category is separate from the blood allergen panels and may use a different sample, method, terminology and reporting framework.

“Allergy,” “intolerance,” “sensitivity,” “reactivity” and “compatibility” are not interchangeable. An intolerance result does not by itself diagnose an IgE-mediated allergy, gastrointestinal disease or the cause of itching, ear disease or digestive signs.

Do not describe an intolerance finding as a confirmed clinical allergy without appropriate veterinary assessment.

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Allergen lists and category labels

A panel is limited to the items disclosed for that product. Category labels such as food, environmental, plant, mould, mite or animal simplify complex biological and exposure relationships.

More tested items do not automatically mean greater accuracy, clinical relevance or suitability. Interpretation depends on the assay, quality controls, symptoms, timing, exposure and intended next step.

Review the food and environmental panel overview and the exact product listing before ordering.

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Turnaround statements on product pages

A stated laboratory turnaround—such as 5 to 7 days—is an estimate beginning after the correct laboratory receives an eligible sample and complete order information, unless the product page expressly states otherwise.

Collection, shipping, weekends, holidays, recollection, quality review and other delays are outside the stated laboratory-processing window.

clinical_notes Method comparisons

Food, environmental, blood, hair, saliva and skin testing

Website guides explain several testing routes. Each has a different role, evidence base and level of veterinary involvement.

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Dog food allergy test limitations

A test result does not independently prove that a food ingredient causes the dog’s symptoms. Food allergy, intolerance and other adverse food reactions can produce overlapping signs.

The reliable clinical route for proving food allergy generally involves a carefully controlled elimination diet followed by an appropriate dietary challenge under veterinary guidance.

Read our dog food allergy test guide.

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Environmental dog allergy test limitations

Environmental allergy or atopic dermatitis is assessed through history, examination and exclusion of other causes. Allergen testing is generally used to help select allergens for immunotherapy after an appropriate clinical assessment.

A positive response does not by itself diagnose atopic dermatitis or prove that the allergen is causing current signs. A negative panel does not rule out environmental allergy or exposure to an untested allergen.

See our environmental dog allergy test guide.

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Dog allergy blood test limitations

A dog allergy blood test may measure allergen-specific immune reactivity, depending on the assay. Results must be interpreted with symptoms, exposure, physical findings and the intended clinical use.

Blood results do not independently diagnose atopic dermatitis, food allergy, flea allergy, infection, parasites or every other cause of itching.

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Dog allergy skin and intradermal testing

A dog allergy skin test or intradermal allergy test is a veterinary procedure performed within a clinical workup.

It is not equivalent to an at-home kit and may require medication review, clipping, sedation and specialist interpretation. It is commonly used to help formulate allergen-specific immunotherapy after atopic dermatitis has been clinically assessed.

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Dog allergy hair test limitations

A dog allergy hair test may use a method that does not measure the same immune response as serum or intradermal testing.

Hair-based intolerance or sensitivity results should not be represented as confirmed clinical allergy without reliable supporting evidence and veterinary assessment. The educational solution page does not establish that a hair method is appropriate for diagnosis or treatment planning.

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Dog allergy saliva test limitations

A dog allergy saliva test may use a different analytical target from blood or intradermal testing.

Saliva-based findings do not automatically diagnose food allergy, environmental allergy or the cause of symptoms. The method, validation, reproducibility and intended use must be reviewed before relying on a result.

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“Dog DNA allergy test” terminology

The phrase dog DNA allergy test can be misunderstood. Inherited DNA testing, allergen-specific antibody testing and intolerance testing are different forms of analysis.

A blood allergen panel does not become a genetic test merely because the website discusses DNA-related testing generally. Always verify whether the selected product examines inherited variants, immune reactivity or another type of marker.

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Veterinarian-led allergy testing

Veterinary dog allergy testing may include examination, parasite control, infection assessment, diet trials, blood testing, intradermal testing, treatment trials or specialist referral.

The treating veterinarian decides which steps are medically appropriate. Website content cannot direct the veterinarian’s professional judgment or establish the standard of care for an individual patient.

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Symptoms can have allergic and non-allergic causes

Itching, paw licking, recurrent ear problems, redness, odour, hair loss, skin lesions, vomiting, diarrhea and other signs can have many causes. Possible alternatives include fleas and other parasites, bacterial or yeast infection, contact irritation, endocrine disease, immune-mediated disease, pain, behavioural licking and other conditions.

A consumer report cannot identify the cause without an appropriate clinical workup. Do not delay veterinary assessment because a website page appears to match the symptoms.

biotech Testing process

Sample collection and reporting limitations

Correct collection, identity, handling and interpretation are essential. Even an eligible sample can produce an incomplete, unexpected or clinically uncertain result.

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At-home sample collection

Follow the instructions supplied with the selected test. Requirements may differ by product, sample type and laboratory.

Testing may be affected by:

  • insufficient sample quantity or poor quality;
  • incorrect preparation or collection;
  • contamination or sample mix-up;
  • incorrect or incomplete labelling;
  • sample degradation, temperature or storage conditions;
  • shipping delays; or
  • failure to follow laboratory instructions.

Review at-home sample collection and the instructions included with the purchased test.

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Hair or saliva collection guides

The hair or saliva sample guide is educational and applies only where the selected product expressly requires that sample type.

Do not send hair or saliva for a blood-sample product. Submitting an incorrect sample may cause rejection, delay or inability to test.

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Authority, identity and humane collection

You must own the dog or have lawful authority from the owner, guardian, rescue, shelter or other responsible person before collecting and submitting a sample.

Collection must be safe, humane and consistent with applicable law. Do not use force or continue an attempt if it may injure or seriously distress the dog or collector.

Do not submit an unauthorized, substituted, deliberately misidentified or unlawfully obtained sample. We may refuse, suspend or cancel testing where identity, authority or animal welfare is uncertain.

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Medication and preparation requirements

Medication, recent treatment, diet, supplements and other factors may affect the suitability or interpretation of a veterinary allergy test.

Do not stop prescription medication or alter treatment merely to prepare for testing unless instructed by the treating veterinarian or authorized clinical instructions.

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False-positive, false-negative and inconclusive results

No testing method is perfect. A result may be:

  • false-positive or false-negative;
  • incomplete, inconclusive or unavailable;
  • affected by contamination, degradation or handling;
  • limited to the included panel;
  • affected by cross-reactivity or assay limitations; or
  • affected by technical, clerical or human error.

Read our false-positive guide.

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Reactivity does not always equal clinical allergy

A laboratory response can represent sensitization, cross-reactivity, background reactivity or a finding that is not clinically relevant to the individual dog.

Conversely, a clinically important exposure may not be included in the panel or may not be detected by the selected method. Results should be matched with symptoms, timing, exposure and veterinary findings.

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Reading the results report

Review the method, panel scope, units, categories and limitations before focusing on individual items. Do not assume that every reported item must be removed from the dog’s diet or environment.

Broad unsupervised changes can create nutritional, practical and welfare problems. Use our results guide, then discuss medically important findings with a veterinarian.

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Accuracy statements

Any accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, validation or performance statement applies only to the test, sample type, markers, laboratory conditions and population for which it is supported.

A general accuracy percentage must not be interpreted as the probability that every reported item is clinically responsible for an individual dog’s symptoms.

Review our dog allergy test accuracy guide.

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Scientific knowledge and interpretation may change

Veterinary allergy science, assay methods, reference data and clinical guidance continue to develop. A classification or interpretation considered reasonable when a report is issued may later change because of new research, updated methods, corrected information or changing professional consensus.

Unless expressly included in the purchased service or required by law, DogAllergyTest.us is not obligated to continuously reinterpret, update or reissue a previously delivered report.

pets Using the report

Treatment, diet and veterinary decisions

A consumer report can help organize questions, but serious medical, nutritional and treatment decisions require individualized veterinary assessment.

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Confirm important findings with a veterinarian

Do not use a consumer report as the sole basis for diagnosis, medication, surgery, immunotherapy, long-term dietary restriction, breeding, rehoming, euthanasia or another serious decision.

A veterinarian may recommend:

  • a detailed history and physical examination;
  • parasite assessment and flea control;
  • skin cytology, scraping or infection treatment;
  • a controlled elimination diet;
  • serum or intradermal testing;
  • other laboratory testing; or
  • referral to a veterinary dermatologist.
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Medication, supplements and dietary changes

Do not start, stop, increase, decrease or replace medication, supplements, therapeutic food or veterinary treatment solely because of website content or a report.

Do not remove numerous foods or use an unbalanced diet without professional guidance. Nutritional risks can be especially important for puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs and animals with existing medical conditions.

DogAllergyTest.us does not guarantee that a diet, supplement, environmental change or treatment will be safe or effective for an individual dog.

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Elimination diets and food challenges

An elimination diet must be sufficiently controlled, nutritionally appropriate and followed for the period recommended by the supervising veterinarian. Treats, flavoured medications, chews, shared food and accidental exposures can affect the trial.

Improvement during a diet trial does not by itself identify the exact ingredient. A controlled dietary challenge may be needed to confirm a food-related reaction.

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Allergen-specific immunotherapy

Allergen-specific immunotherapy is a veterinary treatment requiring professional assessment, prescribing, formulation, monitoring and follow-up.

Do not attempt to formulate, obtain or administer immunotherapy solely from a consumer report. The treating veterinarian decides whether testing and immunotherapy are appropriate and which allergens should be included.

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Symptoms and urgent medical concerns

Do not delay, avoid or discontinue veterinary care because a report appears normal, a suspected allergen was not reported, website information appears to match the symptoms or customer support has not responded.

Seek immediate veterinary care for serious or rapidly worsening symptoms, breathing difficulty, collapse, severe swelling, repeated vomiting, suspected poisoning or another emergency.

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No guarantee of benefit, suitability or outcome

DogAllergyTest.us does not guarantee that:

  • a test will explain itching, ear disease, skin irritation or digestive signs;
  • a reported item is the cause of a symptom;
  • a negative result rules out allergy;
  • a veterinarian will agree with the report;
  • a result will lead to diagnosis or effective treatment;
  • removing an item will improve health;
  • a sample will produce a complete or conclusive result;
  • a report will prevent future flare-ups; or
  • a test will meet every customer expectation.
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Delivery, marketing, privacy and support limitations

These provisions explain operational and legal limits involving turnaround estimates, reviews, comparisons, third-party providers, privacy and customer support.

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Turnaround, shipping and availability estimates

Turnaround, shipping and availability statements are estimates unless expressly guaranteed in writing. Delays may result from courier service, weather, natural disasters, incorrect addresses, incomplete information, sample quality, recollection, laboratory workload, technical issues, holidays, supply interruption or other events beyond reasonable control.

Contact Support for help with an existing order.

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Sample reports, testimonials and case studies

Sample reports demonstrate possible structure and presentation. They may not contain every section, result, limitation or outcome included in an individual report.

Testimonials, reviews and case studies describe individual experiences or illustrative situations. They are not veterinary evidence and do not guarantee a similar result, benefit or experience for another dog.

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Comparisons and third-party brands

Content in the comparison section is provided for general consumer information. Third-party methods, features, prices, claims and policies may change after publication.

A comparison does not imply endorsement, partnership or affiliation unless expressly stated. Verify material information with the relevant provider before relying on it.

A disclaimer does not correct a false or misleading product, accuracy, diagnostic or health-benefit claim. Objective claims must be supported by appropriate evidence.

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Third-party laboratories and service providers

We may use independent laboratories, couriers, payment processors, hosting providers, software providers and other contractors to provide parts of the Services.

These providers may have their own methods, reference data, technical limitations, terms, privacy practices, turnaround times, retention procedures and service interruptions.

A reference to accreditation, certification or a quality standard applies only to the laboratory, method, service and scope for which that status is current and expressly stated.

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Privacy and test information

Orders, customer details, animal information, samples and reports may involve collection, processing, storage and disclosure by DogAllergyTest.us and relevant providers.

Review our Privacy Policy for information about personal information, cookies, service providers and applicable privacy choices.

Do not send unnecessary human medical information, government identifiers or other sensitive documents through ordinary email or website forms.

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Customer-support limitations

Support can help with product information, ordering, collection instructions, shipping, sample receipt, report access, billing and account questions.

Support staff cannot:

  • diagnose a dog or determine why symptoms are occurring;
  • prescribe or recommend individualized treatment;
  • direct changes to prescription medication;
  • formulate immunotherapy;
  • provide emergency assistance; or
  • replace a licensed veterinarian.

Visit our FAQ or Contact page.

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State and local requirements

Veterinary practice, telemedicine, blood collection, laboratory services, animal welfare, privacy and consumer-protection requirements may vary by state and locality.

Customers and professional users are responsible for determining whether a product, collection method, report or proposed use is permitted and appropriate in their jurisdiction.

Nationwide website availability does not mean that DogAllergyTest.us provides regulated veterinary services in every state.

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Locations and “near me” content

Information in the locations section and dog allergy testing near me guide is provided for general navigation and comparison.

A location reference does not guarantee appointment availability, licensing, affiliation, service scope, price, insurance coverage or acceptance of a third-party report. Verify these matters directly with the provider.

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Integrations and commercial partners

Clinics, retailers and other organizations using integrations, referrals or resale arrangements remain responsible for their own advertising, customer communications, professional duties, collection practices, recordkeeping and legal compliance.

A partner must not present a consumer report as a veterinary diagnosis, guaranteed treatment recommendation or guaranteed health outcome unless the specific service and evidence support that representation.

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Relationship with other policies

This disclaimer should be read together with:

Product-specific terms control where they address a matter more specifically. Nothing in this disclaimer removes a right, remedy, warranty, duty or liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.

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Updates to this disclaimer

We may update this disclaimer to reflect changes to products, laboratories, scientific information, legal requirements, integrations or business practices.

The revised version becomes effective when published on this page unless a later date is stated. The “Last updated” date identifies the most recent revision.

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Contact us

Questions about a product, kit, order or report can be submitted through our Support Center or Contact page.

Customer support provides administrative assistance only and does not replace veterinary care, professional judgment or emergency services.

Questions about a test, sample or report?

Our support team can assist with products, ordering, collection instructions, shipping and report access. For symptoms, diagnosis, medication, treatment or urgent care, contact a licensed veterinarian.

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