Why siblings can have different results
Genetic recombination creates unique DNA mixes for each sibling.
Top 5 most surprising breeds
Looks can be deceiving. Learn about the five most surprising breeds.
Top 10 most common breeds in Embarked dogs
We often receive questions from customers about surprising breed results. These are the top 10 most common breeds in Embark-teste...
Can a registered purebred dog appear as mixed breed on a DNA test?
There are situations, while uncommon, where purebred dogs can receive a mixed-breed result with a DNA test.
Why do so many dogs have Chow Chow ancestry?
Many people are surprised to learn their dog has some Chow Chow ancestry. Learn more about this common breed result with Dr. Adam...
All splotch, no Catahoula
Many assume that dogs with a splotchy, merle coat pattern have ancestry from Australian Shepherds or Catahoula Leopard Dogs. This...
Why breed results may be unexpected
Just because your dog looks like a certain breed doesn't mean their DNA matches that breed. Why dog breed identification can be s...
Why mixed breed siblings look different
“Are these dogs really siblings? They look nothing alike!” This is a question that we get more than you may think.
Rare mutation identified in Labrador Retriever
Arthur may be short for a Lab due to a rare genetic variant, but he's 100% Lab.
What to know about "Basenji mix"
"Basenji mix" dog's DNA told a different story about her ancestry.
Why breed doesn't always dictate appearance
What makes a dog breed a dog breed?
