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From gut health supplements to joint health and allergy support, the wide range of dog supplements parallels those meant for humans. The guide below explains the different types of supplements, their benefits, and how to choose the best supplements for your dog. How to choose the best dog supplements  Selecting the best supplement for your...

If increased paw licking arrives with the onset of spring or constant scratching marks the return of autumn, your dog may be experiencing seasonal allergies. There are several different types of allergies affecting dogs. According to Embark data, 10.7% of dogs experience an environmental or seasonal allergy.  Learn more about the causes and symptoms of...

There are numerous dog food and nutrition supplements on the market, and the choice can be overwhelming. It’s often hard to know which type of diet is right for your individual dog, given their breed and life stage.  DNA is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when considering dog food and nutrition....

After tragic events in his early years, including a gunshot wound and a car accident, young puppy Rex was near death. Thanks to a kind-hearted volunteer, he survived. He now lives in California and leads a full and happy life with his adoptive family.  Rex took an Embark Dog DNA Test to find out what...

If dogs could compete in the Olympics, who would win a gold medal? Dogs and the Olympics have a long history together. Waldi the Dachshund was the first official mascot in the history of the Olympic Summer Games. The canine sport agility has its origins in the Olympic equestrian sport called show jumping. Today, athletes...

Food allergies in dogs are an immune response that can cause skin issues or gastrointestinal discomfort for your pet. Keep reading to learn about the types of food allergies in dogs, common triggers, and how to manage them. What are food allergies in dogs? A food allergy is an overreaction of the immune system that...

April 30 is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. We think it’s also the perfect time to celebrate Embark’s “Homed for the Holidays” program! Through this project, which began in November 2023, we donated a total of 160 Embark Breed + Health DNA Tests to 16 different animal shelters in the U.S. Animal shelters across...

We’re rooting for dogs—all day, every day. So when we took a look at this year’s top NCAA teams, we wanted to know which teams were the most dog-friendly. Get ready for… Mutt Madness! We dug into Embark’s database of over 2 million dogs to see what the dogs from each state represented in the...

Senior dogs are special, and they deserve our best. We spoke with Dr. Jenna Dockweiler, MS, DVM, DACT, CCRT, CVAT about how to give senior dogs the extra care they need to stay healthy, happy, and comfortable in their older years.  Dr. Dockweiler is an expert in veterinary medicine and a Veterinary Geneticist at Embark....

As you may already know, flea and tick prevention is a crucial part of your dog’s care. Why is it so important? Fleas and ticks are parasites that can carry other parasites or diseases that affect pets. Many of these infections are treatable, but preventing infection in the first place is the most effective way...

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There’s more to dog poop than scooping. Although it may not be your favorite topic to think about, your dog’s stool can reveal a lot about their health. Sending a stool sample from your dog for analysis can tell you a few things about their gut health, like whether the bacteria that make up their...