Halli Melnitsky

Dog moms love their pups and love to buy things for them. Unfortunately, gift shopping for a dog mom can be a little overwhelming due to the wide variety of options available. A quick search for dog mom gifts will yield thousands of results. However, narrowing down the perfect gift doesn’t have to be challenging....

The holidays are coming, and it’s natural for dog lovers to want to include their canine companions in the festivities. But as hard as it can be to resist those puppy-dog eyes when they’re gazing longingly at the turkey, stuffing, and sweet potatoes on the table, those tasty treats may not be the best for...

Dogs make wonderful companions, but they can cause allergic reactions in some pet parents. Being allergic to a pet can lead to symptoms that range from mild to severe or life-threatening. It can also make bonding difficult. While some people take allergy medications to reduce their dog allergy symptoms, others don’t find relief and must...

Dogs and people share many traits, among them having allergies and allergic reactions. But not all allergies show up the same way, and at first glance, pet parents might not know if their dog has seasonal allergies, food allergies, or something else. ‌Understanding the signs of allergies in dogs can help reveal possible solutions, including...

If you have a new dog or puppy, you probably have hundreds of questions about how to give them the best care. Chief among those — what is safe for your dog to eat? In this article, you’ll learn how your dog can safely eat shrimp.  Shrimp is one of the most popular seafoods in...

Nuts are generally a great healthy snack for humans. They’re full of protein and healthy fats that provide fuel for us. Naturally, many dog owners want to know, “Can dogs eat nuts?” Dogs may enjoy nut-based snacks as special treats, but some nuts can be toxic to them, and some can lead to severe health...

Do you know what your dog is? The truth is, most people don’t! Just looking at your dog won’t tell you their genetic make-up. DNA can be tricky. Every day, we get messages from pet parents who were shocked to discover what their dog’s breed mix really was. So we’re highlighting one of those surprising breed...

Your dog is one-of-a-kind. But have you ever wondered what makes them that way? At Embark, we make it our business to know your pup down to their DNA. Our scientists recently unlocked a secret to understanding dogs’ roan coat patterns — and they couldn’t have done it without the help of everyday dog owners...