Embark Breed & Health Dog DNA Test Kit

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  • Test for over 270 genetic health conditions and get actionable insights that help you work with your veterinarian to create a personalized care plan.
  • Using a genotyping platform developed in partnership with Cornell University of Veterinary Medicine, Embark tests for over 400 dog breeds including dingoes, coyotes, wolves, and village dogs.
  • Test for 55 physical traits, including size, coat, and grooming needs, and learn what to expect as your pup grows up.
  • This DNA test also assesses your dog’s risk for environmental, food, contact, and flea allergies, providing personalized insights and expert tips to help you prevent or manage allergies.
  • Use Embark’s canine relative finder to find and connect with your dog’s family—you may find a close relative like a cousin or even discover a direct family member!

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62 Customer Questions

Will your test show if a dog is part coyote?

Answer by Chewy • Jun 14, 2018
The Embark Dog DNA Test Kit tests for over 200 dog breeds, even wolf, coyote, and village dog ancestry. You can find a full list of breeds on the manufacturer's website.

Is MDR1 included in this test?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 01, 2018
The MDR1 Test is included.

My four dogs (and whatever foster dogs we have at the time) all drink from the same two water bowls. (They are BIG pots). Will the potential mixing of saliva from the water affect the results? Or, if is, for how long before the test should I withhold water?

Answer by Chewy • Dec 23, 2019
We recommend waiting at least an hour after the pup has eaten, shared a water bowl, or shared a toy with another dog before swabbing, in order to ensure that the sample is not contaminated. Additionally, we advise separating the dogs during this time.

does this test show if your dog has degenerative myelopathy

Answer by Chewy • Apr 18, 2021
This test kit will test if your pet is pre-disposed to degenerative myelopathy. Please note that these mutations are reported to have incomplete penetrance: that is, while a dog with two copies of this mutation has a much greater chance of developing DM than a dog with one copy of the mutation, or none at all, other genetic and environmental factors will also contribute to whether your dog develops DM.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Heather on Jan 6, 2026

Health Results Helpful

We did the test on our mixed breed shelter puppy. After having a dog with health issues previous to the new puppy we wanted to be prepared for what was to come

We did the test on our mixed breed shelter puppy. After having a dog with health issues previous to the new puppy we wanted to be prepared for what was to come. They gave us her breed information breakdown, traits and details from her dna makeup. The process took about 5 weeks total from test to results. They also gave us her very important health concerns that based on her DNA are a certain thing. After sharing with her vet we are now ready and know what to look for when changes happen. Note: You should purchase health insurance for your pet before doing this test if you plan to so they will cover any conditions that are revealed by the test, otherwise they are preexisting conditions not covered.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Dec 23, 2025
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So informative

The shelter said our adopted dog was an English bulldog, we knew she seemed a bit big for an English but figured they had more experience than us. But after getting

The shelter said our adopted dog was an English bulldog, we knew she seemed a bit big for an English but figured they had more experience than us. But after getting her home we could tell from her energy and agility they were probably wrong. This test came back that she was in fact 75% Americans bulldog and 25% bulldog, and they even knew the 25% was from her maternal dna which is so specific and amazing. We also got good info about her genetic health and predispositions. Their database is awesome and has identified so many relatives, even years later we still get an occasional family match update (we can tell she has an uncle working for a breeder of American bulldogs). If you are an adopter and want the best possible info on your new family member this test is the best and worth every penny!

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By ALLISON on Dec 15, 2025

Love the Black Friday discount

I got this for my sister to genetically test her rescue dog that she just adopted from a local shelter. She used an off-brand service that listed the breeds by working

I got this for my sister to genetically test her rescue dog that she just adopted from a local shelter. She used an off-brand service that listed the breeds by working class group instead of the actual breeds that make up the dog I have always used Embark to genetically test my rescue dogs so decided to surprise her and sent this directly to her house. I accidentally sent it to my house, but the chewy rep was very helpful and corrected my mistake so that it was able to be mailed to her house directly. Embark received her swab and hopefully in a few weeks will know what breeds make up her dog Lucky.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Andrea on Jan 2, 2026

Quick results and nice health assessment

We sent in my American Bulldogs's DNA cuz she is a genetic dumpster fire. Shes so tiny we thought she was part Frencie. Well, she's 100% American Bulldog and only

We sent in my American Bulldogs's DNA cuz she is a genetic dumpster fire. Shes so tiny we thought she was part Frencie. Well, she's 100% American Bulldog and only had to possible health concerns out of 274 markers. Sent it in a couple weeks before Christmas and got my results a week later.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Melody on Nov 19, 2025

Very Detailed

We recently got a rescue and hand many questions of what he was mixed with. This test was easy to do. It took about 3 weeks to get results back, but it provided

We recently got a rescue and hand many questions of what he was mixed with. This test was easy to do. It took about 3 weeks to get results back, but it provided so much information! We got a breakdown of all he was mixed with and health history based off his results. The company did a great job explaining all the information. Another plus we didn't expect was getting to see other dogs he shared DNA with!

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By Donna on Jan 13, 2026

Good Price Ghod Product

We breed springer spaniels - it is important to us that all of our dogs are DNA clear of issues known - we will only breed a completely health clear dog - I can

We breed springer spaniels - it is important to us that all of our dogs are DNA clear of issues known - we will only breed a completely health clear dog - I can post these results to OFA.org for their records

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Dorothy on Dec 27, 2025

accuracy

I got my pancake knowing that he is maltipoo. BUT! according to embark he is poodle+Chihuahua! Our family had a good laugh about it. The testing result took a while

I got my pancake knowing that he is maltipoo. BUT! according to embark he is poodle+Chihuahua! Our family had a good laugh about it. The testing result took a while but that means the testing was very detailed job.

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By Danielle on Oct 9, 2025

Very fascinating process

We found out the breeds of our two rescue puppies using these tests. Our supposed 'Chihuahua mix' turned out to be a Pitbull/Bulldog/Australian Cattle Dog mix, we

We found out the breeds of our two rescue puppies using these tests. Our supposed 'Chihuahua mix' turned out to be a Pitbull/Bulldog/Australian Cattle Dog mix, we had no idea! And apparently, neither did the rescue! Lol. We confirmed the breed of our other boy and enjoyed the updates while they were processing the specimens. The final report was rather detailed and gave us all the info we wanted: breed makeup percentages, approx size expected, and health concerns to be aware of. We found this tremendously helpful in planning for the future for our puppies. Instead of the toy-sized pup we were told we had received, we now know he'll be a med/lg breed and can plan for that.

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By Stefanie on Dec 7, 2025

Chug confirmed!

I adopted a pup from a local rescue, and since they weren’t sure exactly what he was I bought a DNA kit. Part of the results were not a surprise, part of them were

I adopted a pup from a local rescue, and since they weren’t sure exactly what he was I bought a DNA kit. Part of the results were not a surprise, part of them were. Pekinges, who knew?!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Melissa on Dec 15, 2025

Empty sticky vial

The test vial arrived. The stabilizing fluid leaked and it was a sticky mess and unusable. It took me over an hour to get someone at embark to straighten it out

The test vial arrived. The stabilizing fluid leaked and it was a sticky mess and unusable. It took me over an hour to get someone at embark to straighten it out.