How do you best apply an Embark health variant test result to your breeding program or to an individual dog’s health care? When our veterinary geneticists and professional services team at Embark field questions like these, our answers are always based on the scientific research behind the health variant in...
All living things inherit their traits from their parents, whether it’s a person’s height, a dog’s coat type, or a flower’s petal color. Traits aren’t copied with 100% accuracy from parent to offspring, though. Since traits are inherited from both parents, all sorts of mixing and matching can occur on...
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is a hereditary condition that results in vision loss in dogs (as well as humans). Blindness has many causes and can be a common health issue in dogs, especially if they’re older. It may sound scary, but dogs are able to cope well with blindness thanks...
Genetic health variant testing—for breeding dogs and puppies—has become more common among breeders: Our experts are increasingly asked about various health conditions and traits, breed-specific impacts, and how the science behind Embark's testing works to provide this information. As a science-first company, we’re committed to providing you with the education...
Stay is a great command for laying a foundation for future training, getting your dog’s focus, and even keeping them safe in some situations. Here are tips on how to teach your dog to stay in a variety of settings to help them master the cue. Teach your dog stay...
