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 and expert advice you need to understand how genetic health testing can improve the lives of your dogs and enhance your breeding program. So we’re eager to share some of our answers to common breeder questions. Have a look, then post your own questions here.
What is the easiest way to check if Embark tests for a particular health condition I care about, and what breed-relevant tests you offer for my breed?
Click here to search by breed or health condition to see all of the genetic health tests offered by Embark, the breed-specific tests recommended by Embark and which tests are registrable with the OFA. However, you do not have to worry about which test to order; the Embark for Breeders test kit includes all health testing that Embark offers.
My dog was tested for 173 genetic health conditions last year, but when I logged in yesterday, his results showed 179 conditions. How is that possible?
Your dog did indeed receive additional test results without the need to submit a new sample or pay an additional fee! A unique offering of Embark is that we provide newly validated test results for free to all existing customers, wherever possible.
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