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Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL

Mixed Ancestry

“The notorious PMG aka Phil, was found on the side of the road in a box with his 3 litter mates. It was in Louisiana during the cold winter months. He managed to survive and was transported to Seattle by the Georgia Peach Rescue group. I adopted him on Feb. 11, 2018.”

Place of Birth

Louisiana, USA

Current Location

Seattle, Washington, USA

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Genetic Breed Result

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Great Dane

Great Danes are large lovable dogs that need exercise and space. Many Great Danes are "leaners"-- they lean against their people to be closer to them, seemingly oblivious to their size!

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Chinese Shar-Pei

Few dog breeds are more recognizable than the wrinkly Chinese Shar-Pei. This Chinese breed is often compared to a hippopotamus due to its thick muzzle. They also have a characteristic rough, bristly coat, which is how the breed got its name (“Shar-Pei” means “sand skin”). Despite their goofy appearance, Shar-Peis are serious, independent dogs who will loyally protect their owners.

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Bulldog

Originally a bull-baiting dog, bulldogs today are gentle and loving while still carrying the stocky frame of their forbearers.

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Mastiff

Mastiffs are large but lovable dogs, known for their friendly and protective family characteristics.

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Boxer

Developed in Germany, the Boxer is a popular family dog: patient, loyal and smart-requiring lots of exercise and proper training. For active families or owners looking for a rambunctious jogging buddy, Boxers may be the perfect breed. Boxers delight their humans with their sense of humor and affectionate nature.

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Boerboel

Bred as a farming dog in South Africa, this breed had to be tough to survive harsh conditions and predators. But these thick-necked protectors are generally calm, so long as they can get some exercise. They are known for being great with kids and families, but you should have a dominant personality or they may be taking you for a walk instead of the other way around.

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Cane Corso

Cane Corsos are strong working dogs, also acting as loyal and protective companion dogs.

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DNA Breed Origins

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Great Dane
Chinese Shar-Pei
Bulldog
Mastiff
Boxer
Boerboel
Cane Corso

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  • On 1/21/2019 changed name from "Phil Marvin Gay" to "Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL"
Here’s what Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s family tree may have looked like.
Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL
Family Tree From Embark PARENTS GRANDPARENTS GREAT GRANDPARENTS Mixed Great Dane mix Mastiff / Boerboel mix Bulldog / Boxer mix Great Dane Chinese Shar-Pei / Bulldog mix Mastiff Boerboel mix Bulldog Boxer Great Dane Great Dane Chinese Shar-Pei Bulldog mix
While there may be other possible configurations of his family’s relationships, this is the most likely family tree to explain Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s breed mix.
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Through Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s mitochondrial DNA we can trace his mother’s ancestry back to where dogs and people first became friends. This map helps you visualize the routes that his ancestors took to your home. Their story is described below the map.

Haplogroup

A1e

Haplotype

A275

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A1e

Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s Haplogroup

This female lineage likely stems from some of the original Central Asian wolves that were domesticated into modern dogs starting about 15,000 years ago. It seemed to be a fairly rare dog line for most of dog history until the past 300 years, when the lineage seemed to “explode” out and spread quickly. What really separates this group from the pack is its presence in Alaskan village dogs and Samoyeds. It is possible that this was an indigenous lineage brought to the Americas from Siberia when people were first starting to make that trip themselves! We see this lineage pop up in overwhelming numbers of Irish Wolfhounds, and it also occurs frequently in popular large breeds like Bernese Mountain Dogs, Saint Bernards and Great Danes. Shetland Sheepdogs are also common members of this maternal line, and we see it a lot in Boxers, too. Though it may be all mixed up with European dogs thanks to recent breeding events, its origins in the Americas makes it a very exciting lineage for sure!

A275

Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s Haplotype

Part of the large A1e haplogroup, this haplotype occurs most commonly in Neapolitan Mastiffs. It’s a rare find!

Irish Wolfhounds are a consistent carrier of A1e.

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Through Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s Y-chromosome we can trace his father’s ancestry back to where dogs and people first became friends. This map helps you visualize the routes that his ancestors took to your home. Their story is described below the map.

Haplogroup

A2b

Haplotype

H3

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A2b

Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s Haplogroup

A2b appears to have split a few times in succession, which means that some of the Central Asian male ancestors of this lineage went their separate ways before their respective Y chromosomes made their rounds. There is not much diversity in this lineage, meaning that it has only begun to take off recently. Two iconic breeds, the Dachshund and Bloodhound, represent this lineage well. Over half of Rottweilers are A2b, as are the majority of Labrador Retrievers and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. While A2a is restricted mostly to East Asia, this paternal line is also found among European breeds.

H3

Philip Marvin Gay aka PHIL’s Haplotype

Part of the A2b haplogroup, this haplotype occurs most commonly in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Brittanys, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, and village dogs in Lebanon.

A2b is found in the Daschund breed.

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