When Winston came home to his new pet parents Griff and Laurel, he was a 50-pound bundle of sweetness and energy. A one-year-old rescue dog from Tennessee, Winston’s personality was immediately apparent—but wasn’t as clear as his breed, his background, and his health profile.
That’s why Griff and Laurel turned to Embark. Earlier this year, they decided to get a Breed + Health Kit test for Winston, offering them new insight into who their pup really was, where he came from, and the potential medical conditions they should let their vet know about.
Brand New Pet Parents
Griff and Laurel both grew up with pets, but adopting Winston in April of 2019 was their first foray into pet parenthood as adults and as a couple. It was daunting at first, but it was something they both knew they wanted. Laurel, in particular, had long been passionate about rescue animals, and Griff had always loved “city-sized” dogs: Pups that were on the larger side, but compact enough to fit comfortably in a cozy Cambridge apartment. Winston was a loving, exuberant rescue, and he was perfectly city-sized, fitting just right into Griff and Laurel’s home.
Of course, Winston was also a little nervous at first, and he had some adjusting to do himself. He was anxious when he first arrived, panting excitedly, and he hadn’t yet been…
Embark Customer Stories: The Winston Family. Retrieved August 24, 2021 from https://embarkvet.com/resources/blog/embark-customer-stories-the-winston-family/
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