Embark for Breeders
The dog DNA test that digs deeper. Happy, healthy puppies.
DNA tests for breeders
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Breeders Dog DNA Test
- For adult breeding dogs
- Breed-relevant genetic health risks and traits
- Breeder tools to help predict litter outcomes
$109-$139 per test
Tiered discounts
Litter Package
- For testing whole litters
- Proof of DNA testing for new puppy buyers
- Puppy brochures & DNA Health Summary
$109-$119 per test
For orders with 4+ tests
What's included
Extensive genetic insights from one cheek swab
Our definition of a package deal is all of your genetic test results in one comprehensive report.
Genetic health testing
We know that the way a genetic mutation impacts health is often breed-specific. Embark tests for genetic risk factors relevant to your breed, but will also screen for over 270+ genetic mutations linked to disease in other breeds, allowing you, and us, to learn more about the frequency and behavior of rare genetic mutations in all dogs.
Genetic Coefficient of Inbreeding
The scientific version of pedigree COI, genetic COI is an invaluable piece of genetic information to inform your breeding program and ensure the longevity of health in your breed.
By taking a genome-wide, SNP based approach, Embark’s measure of genetic COI is far more accurate than pedigree-based COI calculations, which do not take into account genetic recombination or the relatedness of more distant ancestors, or limited marker panel approaches, which are often not fully representative of the genome
Coat color and body traits
55+ traits testing. Each report includes results for the classic coat loci including coat color, length, texture, shedding, and more. You’ll also learn about other body features like body size, face shape, and dewclaw propensity.
Pair predictor calculator
This first-in-the-industry breeder tool delivers genetic health, traits, and eCOI litter predictions for Embark tested sires and dams. Pair Predictor works with all breeds and all breed mixes and is designed to take the guesswork out of assessing potential matings.
Send results to the OFA
We offer results for nearly all genetic mutation tests recommended by all national breed clubs. Our test results are accepted by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for all conditions where the OFA has an established DNA registry. You can download your Embark results directly and send to the OFA.
Results you can trust
Did you know that 75% of dogs are at risk or a carrier for a genetic disease? Embark screens for 270+ genetic health risks so you can make the best choices for your breeding program. With the most accurate dog DNA test on the market, you can rest easy knowing that Embark’s stringent quality control ensures >99% accuracy for mutation tests and most linkage-based tests.
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Top 5 reasons to DNA test before breeding
Let's explore why genetic testing for dogs before breeding can improve the way you care for your dog and the future of your breed.
When should I order a DNA test?
See our timing recommendations for testing adults and puppies.
Why genetic COI for breeding decisions
Avoid inbreeding with genetic COI to promote a dog’s health and lifespan.
What to know about Litter Package
Test entire litters and provide happy, healthy puppies to loving homes.
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The most scientifically advanced dog DNA test
Questions about your results, or want to learn more about the genetic science behind our DNA kit? Embark has expert canine geneticists on-staff to help answer your questions and make genetic discoveries to help us reach our mission of ending preventable disease in dogs.