Embarked

My Puppy has been embarked. What does that mean? 

A dog’s health isn’t solely a product of genetics, but of diet, environment, and lifestyle. Embark testing gives your dog the best of everything. Decode breed mix, screen for health conditions, find relatives — all this and more. For example, did you know some dogs have a genetic mutation that makes them sensitive to many commonly used drugs, including some anesthetics? Drug-sensitive dogs can experience symptoms ranging from diarrhea, lethargy, seizures — even a coma. With Embark, you’ll know if your dog has drug sensitivities so you can avoid potentially dangerous medications.

All tests include:

  • Breed breakdown and confirmation
  • Ancestry and geographic origin
  • World’s first canine relative finder
  • Support from genetic specialists

Health tests also include:

  • Genetic health screening
  • Personalized recommendations *if applicable
  • Trait insights
  • Genetic diversity measurement
  • Predicted adult weight 
  • Results sent directly to your veterinarian
  • Breed-relevant health screenings 
  • Measure genetic diversity 
  • OFA submission report
  • Predicted adult weight
  • Support from genetic specialists
  • Trait insights
  • Ancestry breakdown

Actionable health insights

With testing for 250+ genetic health risks and detailed breed mix results included, prepare for — and even prevent — illnesses before they arise.

Designed to be read by a medical professional (because it’s written by veterinary geneticists), the report you receive for your puppy provides high-level overviews, in-depth clinical guidance, and what to do with the information, including:

How to interpret the results Background on the identified health risks Clinical signs.

  • Age of onset of clinical signs or symptoms
  • Penetrance and additional impact on phenotype
  • Follow-up diagnostics to consider
    Treatment and management options