Know your dog. Better.
Meet Embark, the highest-rated dog DNA test, trusted by millions of dog parents (and pups) across the world. With over 50,000 five-star reviews and developed by veterinarians , Embark makes it easy to understand your dog’s breed mix, allergy risk, health, relatives, and more. All from one simple swab.
Whether you’re raising a goofy new puppy, helping a rescue feel at home, or just wondering where those giant ears came from, Embark gives you the science-backed insights you need to care smarter and build a stronger bond.
Embark brings together dog DNA results, insights and care tips. Activate your kit, track your test, and explore your pup’s unique profile, all in one place.
What you can do with the Embark app:
▸ Discover your dog’s breed mix
Uncover your pup’s full ancestry with 99% accuracy. From Golden Retriever to Great Pyrenees, Embark analyzes over 350 breeds to reveal your dog’s unique story.
▸ Get ahead of health risks
Get peace-of-mind by testing for 270+ genetic health conditions, including MDR1, and degenerative myelopathy. Get early insights into risks you can take action on & discuss with your vet.
▸ Understand allergy risks
Discover your dog's genetic risk for four common allergy types—food, environmental, contact, and flea—and get expert, actionable tips to help you manage their care.
▸ Connect with your dog’s relatives
See your dog’s DNA-based family tree and get matched with their siblings, parents, and extended relatives. Message their humans and build a bond with your pup’s extended pack.
▸ Never miss a moment
Receive alerts when new relatives are found or new features are released. With Embark, you’ll always be the first to know as science unlocks more about your pup.
▸ Track your test every step of the way
Use the app to activate your kit, monitor progress, and get notified the moment your results are ready. Already tested with Embark? Log in and start exploring.
The Embark app requires purchase of an Embark DNA test. Download today to get started, access your results on the go, and discover what makes your dog truly one of a kind.
It's really cool! If you've already done a human one you know how this works but in case you don't know....It doesn't just show what she's made from, it shows her bloodline if accessible too. For my dog, it's shows she's pit and boxer. It shows soooo many of her family and in what states they are in. It's been pretty fun for us to see pictures of some of her bloodlines. She was a shelter rescue. She is absolutely the best dog ever. She's mostly Pitt bull (oh no🙄🙄) and boxer. We really want to do this with our very old dog and tried but he is NOT receptive to anything touching him, especially in his face. Unless it's treats or pets. Unfortunately he has to suffer through the kisses as well. He is our biggest mystery. They are sending us a second test for him since something was wrong with the first one!! I also wanted to say I was really impressed on how fast the results were. 5 ⭐️'s from me!
Developer Response
Thanks for your five-star review! We appreciate how much you enjoyed the service and we're glad that our Customer Care team helped with your swab concern. Please let us know if you have any other questions at howdy@embarkvet.com and we are happy to answer!
So helpful
PlantMom00
I decided to get the heath and DNA test done for my dog as we found him running through fields several years ago and never knew anything about his DNA aside from the fact that he was part cattle dog. I received the test within a few days after purchasing it, and activated it on the 6th. It’s been less than a month and I received so much feedback on his breeds, potential health risks and general information that can be beneficial for him. So happy with having gotten the testing done with Embark!
Developer Response
Thanks for your shining review! We appreciate the warm words so much and we're happy to have you as part of our Embark family. Please let us know at howdy@embarkvet.com if you have any questions about your dog's results!
Jeremiah’s results
Rev. Kim 55
Some things I was expecting because of what I was told his Breed is. However, a little bit surprised 😳about the St Bernard at the bottom. 😂. I believe this is going to lead me to want to know more about how to train better. Now my research begins on the temperament of each one of those types. One question that was answered was how much he has a a propensity towards for things. Maybe that’s the Foxhound. Overall, it’s not necessarily a happy or sad with the results. DNA is what it is.
Developer Response
Hi Kim, thanks for your review! It's exciting that Jeremiah's results inspired even more research. If you have any questions about his results, please let us know at howdy@embarkvet.com and we're happy to answer!
App doesn’t work at all
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App DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. Doesn’t matter if you know your password, you still have to wait for them to email you to allow you to log in, but even after following that process, it doesn’t sign you in to the app. It takes you right back to the browser. From there it will log you out any time you click anything at all. Do you want to go back to the page you were previously on? Guess what? Sign in again. Do you have another dog you want to look at? Sign in again. Do you want to look at the next breed thats in your dogs profile? Sign in again. Want to do literally anything from where you currently are? Sign in again. This service is so bad this has to be a joke.
Developer Response
Hi there, I'm sorry to hear that you are having trouble logging in on the app! If you are still having trouble, please reach out to us at howdy@embarkvet.com and we can help with this.
Bug fixes
Version 1.0.4
The developer, Embark Veterinary, Inc., indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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Information
Seller
Embark Veterinary, Inc.
Size
26 MB
Category
Lifestyle
Compatibility
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.