It is every pet owner’s worst nightmare: their beloved furry friend going missing. In 2025, a dog named Ziggy made a break for it and bolted during a road trip with his human, a California woman named ...

Embark Dog DNA Tests are a gift idea for pet owners this holiday season. The tests can help owners discover their dog's breed, health traits, and ancestry. Ahead of Black Friday, the DNA test kits are ...

Learning her history relieved an emotional burden I didn’t know I’d been holding for 13 years.

A woman did a DNA test on her adopted dog just for fun—only to get a life-changing result. Lily, 37, who posts to Reddit under the username u/30to40cats, adopted American pit bull terrier, Cricket, ...

As people peer into DNA for clues to health and heritage, man's best friend is under the microscope, too. Genetic testing for dogs has surged in recent years, fueled by companies that echo popular ...

Whether you own a mix-breed dog or have adopted a mystery-breed shelter pupper, you may be searching for an answer to the question: “what breed is my dog?” You’ve likely done a bit of guesswork. Maybe ...

Your pet is your best friend, but how well do you really know them? By giving the gift of Embark’s dog DNA tests or investing in one for your own family, you’ll get to know your right-hand man, your ...

When it comes to dog breeds, the diversity is vast and constantly expanding, with an endless number of mixed-breed possibilities. The American Kennel Club said that, despite recognizing nearly 200 ...

The DNA My Dog Essential Breed ID Test is currently on sale for 15% off with free shipping. This test can help identify a dog's genetic background from a database of over 350 breeds. Results include a ...

Ever been out in the dog park or walking your furry friend and had a stranger ask you, "What breed is your dog?" These days, most dogs aren't purebreds, so most of us dog-owners can't really answer ...