Exploring Dog DNA: Where Mutts Get Their Strut

MGS October Webinar
Exploring Dog DNA: Where Mutts Get Their Strut

Presented by Kate Penney Howard

Join Poppy the Weimaraner pup on her DNA adventure! Discover why your Chihuahua thinks it’s a Great Dane, why your retriever doesn’t bring you the paper, decode your dog’s family tree, and learn canine evolution from wolf to wow. We’ll play “Guess that Breed<” as we look at purebred and designer dogs. Perfect for curious pet parents.

About the speaker:
Kate Penney Howard is a genetic genealogist, specializing in brick wall work, HighRoH, and endogamy. During a bout with cancer, she discovered that she loves sharing her knowledge with other genealogists. She is intentional about addressing injustice and myths in her presentations.

Kate has presented at Rootstech, East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference, the International Congress on Medieval Studies, NAAP/RTK’s Untangling Our Roots, and the General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). 2025 speaking engagements include Rootstech, Ohio Genealogical Society 2025, and Ontario Ancestors Webinar Series, as well as local library and genealogical society gatherings.

Kate studied vocal music and earned a Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis in 2011, and has been pastor of North Christian Church since her ordination in 2012.

Sponsored by: Minnesota Genealogical Society