FAQ
Who is Mars Veterinary?
Mars Veterinary is a division of Mars, Incorporated, a company known for innovative consumer and pet food brands that are trusted by people around the world.
Mars Veterinary has developed two sophisticated genetic tests that allow pet owners, veterinarians and care providers to gain insight into the genetic makeup of their individual mixed-breed dog. Mars Veterinary is reaching new frontiers in canine genomic science, discovering important genetic markers that will help to identify breed mixes and determinants of physical and behavioral traits. These major scientific advances will allow veterinarians and owners to care for dogs with unprecedented Wisdom.
Why is Mars, Incorporated involved in canine genetics?
Mars, Incorporated, a company known for innovative consumer and pet food brands that are trusted by people around the world, has been deeply involved with canine genetics for many years. As one of the largest pet food manufacturers in the world, Mars, Incorporated has consistently provided innovation in products that meet the needs of pets and owners.
When were the Wisdom Panel™ products launched?
Wisdom Panel first launched as Wisdom Panel MX in September of 2007. In 2009 this product was relaunched and the product line expanded to include Wisdom Panel™ Insights is available for purchase online at wisdompanel.com. Wisdom Panel™ Professional is sold exclusively through veterinarians.
Learn more about Wisdom Panel™ Insights here.
Learn more about Wisdom Panel™ Professional here.
What is the relationship between Mars, Mars Veterinary™ and WALTHAM®?
Mars Veterinary draws on work carried out at the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition, The World’s Leading Authority on Pet Care and Nutrition, as well as the expertise of respected veterinarians, universities and breed organizations throughout the world.
Located in rural Leicestershire, England, the renowned Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition has been a leading scientific authority in pet nutrition and well-being, advancing the frontiers of humane scientific research into the nutrition and healthy longevity of companion animals for over 30 years.
Their state-of-the art research program focuses on the nutritional and behavioral needs of companion animals and develops products which meet these needs in a practical way. It is Waltham that provides the science behind world-leading Mars pet care companies. Waltham has a leading reputation among pet owners, breeders, veterinarians and academics alike.
