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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7 Ways to Manage Anxiety in Dogs
There are many possible causes of anxiety in dogs. Adding consistency and predictability to your dog’s life can help reduce their...
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How the Bacteria in Your Dog’s Mouth Affect Their Oral Health
There are hundreds of bacteria in a dog’s mouth. Known as the oral microbiome, these bacteria play a key role in a dog’s oral hea...
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Dog Gut Health Explained
Veterinarian Dr. Kari Cueva explains the factors affecting dog gut health, including diet, nutrition, genetics, and infectious di...
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Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Other Gut Health Supplements for Dogs
Veterinarian Dr. Kari Cueva explains the different types of gut health supplements for dogs and how they can support digestive he...
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Can You Register a Dog With a DNA Test?
Can you register a dog with a DNA test? Find out the difference between a registered purebred dog and a single-breed ancestry DNA...
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Most Popular Dog Breeds’ Common Genetic Health Risks
The most common genetic health risks among Embark-tested Labrador Retrievers include Stargardt Disease and Exercise-Induced Colla...
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How Restoring Rave’s Gut Health Helped Her Love Mealtime
Restoring the good bacteria in Rave’s gut changed her attitude about food. Now, Liz uses science-backed gut support for all her d...
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Decoding Max from How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Max from How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a true mystery mutt. Here, we decode Max's DNA, using an Embark dog DNA test.
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Patterns of Inbreeding and Overlap with Recessive Disease Genotypes in Dogs
Our scientists published a study investigating the genetic effects of inbreeding.
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Embark vs Wisdom Panel Dog DNA Tests
We explore the differences between Embark vs Wisdom Panel dog DNA tests and explain why Embark is the best choice for your dog.
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How Dog DNA 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...
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Vet-Approved Mobility Support Tools for Dogs
There are many reasons why a dog may require extra mobility support. These at-home tools can help support them and reduce the ris...