Resources & Insights
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.
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Coagulopathies: Why DNA test your dog
With DNA testing, you can uncover and monitor your dog's health risks, including any coagulopathies.
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Embark for Breeders Dog DNA Test Includes White Spotting
Embark for Breeders Dog DNA test includes white spotting via the “S Locus” (the MITF gene), which controls pigment in a dog’s coa...
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Measuring Inbreeding and 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.
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Dog DNA Testing Industry Report for Breeders
A must-read for breeders. A 2020 report on the canine genetic testing industry published by the AKC Canine Health Foundation and ...
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Provide Extra Peace of Mind: Vet-Verify Your Dog’s DNA Sample
Add an extra layer of assurance that the swab was collected from a specific dog by using Embark’s Veterinary Verification Form.
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5 Questions with Professional Dog Trainer Erika Gonzalez
We catch up with Erika Gonzalez, founder of From Dusk Till Dog, to ask about her training style and what she loves about dogs.
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Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Dogs Explained
Embark tests for over a dozen different variants that are known to cause progressive retinal atrophy, or PRA, in dogs.
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Not breeding your purebred? Why a dog DNA test still matters
Important genetic health information could help prevent emergencies, manage disease, and save you money on long-term veterinary b...
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Dog Breeding Guided by Small Genetic Panels Can Reduce Genetic Diversity
Genetic diversity has been declining in many breeds over the past two centuries, as a result of strong selection on a number of s...
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Punnett Squares and Predicting Litter Outcomes
In this video tutorial, breeders can learn how to use Punnett squares to help predict genetic health risks and coat colors in pot...
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Best of Breed Minute: Australian Shepherd
Westminster Best of Breed Minute series sponsored by Embark. Discover what judges are looking for when examining the Australian S...
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Wobbler Syndrome in Dogs
Wobbler Syndrome is a common disease of the cervical spine in large and giant breed dogs. It has an unknown genetic basis.