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Seeing Past the Wobble: How DNA Helped Buckley Find a Home
By Diana Kirk
He loved everything a typical 2-year old dog loves — car rides, playing with kiddos, long walks. But with Buckley Bumble, there was even more to love: a signature wobble. Buckley was born with cerebellar hypoplasia, (CH), a neurological condition that affects balance. It didn’t slow him down one bit — in fact, it seemed...
Your 2025 Guide to a Dog-Friendly Thanksgiving
By Diana Kirk
Thanksgiving is all about celebrating family. And if you’re like most Embark pet parents, your dog may actually be your #1 favorite family member! So while you’re zooming around cooking, hosting, and trying to avoid life advice from uncle Bob, make sure you don’t drop the ball on your BFF. Here are a few easy...
DNA Test Reveals Shelter Dog Was Family All Along
By Diana Kirk
When they lost their beloved 16-year-old dog Rufus, the Reiffs never imagined a DNA test would play such a big role in healing their hearts. But it did. Because just two days later, the Reiffs decided to adopt a senior dog—from a shelter in another city—who resembled Rufus. When they Embark-tested him, they were stunned...
