Genetic Health Education
Explore science-based insights about dog care and genetic health. Learn all about dog DNA testing, read pet care tips from experts, and find the latest news and discoveries in canine health.
How to avoid common mistakes in dog breeding
A notable panel discussion considered four common mistakes and pitfalls that dog breeders could fall into.
Canine Ichthyosis: What genetic testing tells us
Our veterinary geneticists explain the science behind ichthyosis in dogs.
Coagulopathies and DNA
With DNA testing, you can uncover and monitor your dog's health risks, including any coagulopathies.
How genetic COI can help your breeding program
In this video, Dr. Aaron Sams discusses genetic COI (coefficient of inbreeding) and how it can be used to inform breeding decisions.
Should I breed a dog tested as a carrier or at-risk?
Learn how to factor genetic health results into breeding decisions in this introductory video with Embark Co-founder Dr. Adam Boyko.
Top 6 things breeders need to know
Genetic health testing is growing among breeders who see the benefits of informed breeding decisions and healthier litters. Here ...
How testing for 270+ health conditions helps purebred dogs
Embark for Breeders highlights breed-relevant genetic health conditions at the top of the health summary on each dog’s results re...
Should you worry about Low ALT?
Understand how your vet can use this clinical tool to establish a baseline ALT value for your dog, in order to monitor any future...
Genetics 101 for breeding programs
Understand the basics of genetics and what factors need to be considered when applying results to a dog breeding program.
Why you should test your litter
Discover why breeders should DNA test their entire litters, including the benefits to a breeding program and breed health.
What breeders should know about complex genetics
Understanding key differences between simple and complex genetics helps breeders and pet owners interpret DNA test results and re...
Why genome-wide diversity matters
What makes Embark better for maintaining diversity and lowering disease risk?