DNA testing helps Buckley find a home
A long-stay shelter dog with a wobble waited 2 years for a family—until Embark DNA test results.
Dahlia breaks barriers in canine disability
Dahlia uncovered her breed mix and a health result that became crucial to her care.
A neurologist recommends genetic health testing
Haniff's genetic health results gave the team some peace of mind and helped avoid expensive, uncomfortable testing.
Margie finds new life with her wheels
Margie's DNA revealed that she is at risk for Degenerative Myelopathy. Now, she's excited to walk again with the help of her whee...
Science behind allergy risk scores
Learn about the causes and symptoms of seasonal allergies in dogs and the best ways to provide them with allergy relief.
What your dog’s mast cell tumor risk means
Veterinarian Dr. Kari Cueva explains what your dog’s mast cell tumor risk result means and how you can use it to inform their care.
Mast cell tumors (MCT) and what to look out for
We explain what mast cell tumors in dogs are and why knowing your dog’s risk can help you recognize this type of tumor and catch ...
Preparing for hearing loss
A few changes to your routine can help your dog adjust to hearing loss.
Preparing for vision loss
There are many causes of vision loss, including genetic factors. A few changes to your routine can help your dog adjust.
How to talk to your vet about your dog's MDR1 result
If your dog is at risk for MDR1 drug sensitivity, you and your veterinarian can take steps to prevent a bad drug reaction.
Genetic health testing helps Willie Nelson prevent kidney stones
After finding out that Willie has an inherited risk for urinary stones, his family made changes to his care that could help preve...
Complex disease and phenotype mapping in dogs
Dr. Adam Boyko and a research team examined DNA from over 4,200 dogs and found multiple genes associated with complex canine dise...
How genetic health testing helped save Molly's life
When she brought Molly to the veterinarian for a regular physical exam, Sue Benner didn’t expect to find a genetic health risk.
Vet recommends companion dog for eyesight
Jane adopted Dixie so that Diego would have a companion as he lost his eyesight. Little did she know that Dixie was Diego's sister.
Canine eye screenings explained
An eye screening exam is one of the most common physical (phenotype) health tests for dogs. Annual eye testing is recommended.
Fanny's unique story about vitiligo in dogs
Vitiligo is an autoimmune condition that causes dogs to lose pigment cells in their skin and hair. But is it genetic?
