Embark

Embark Veterinary is a canine genomics and biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2015 by brothers Adam and Ryan Boyko. The company offers dog DNA testing services to consumers, breeders, and veterinary practices. Its flagship products screen for over 400 dog breeds and test for hundreds of genetic health conditions, coat color and trait markers, estimated biological age, and a Relative Finder feature that connects dogs sharing DNA. Embark uses a research-grade microarray platform developed in partnership with Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, making it one of the most scientifically rigorous consumer dog DNA tests available. The company also offers gut health tests and targeted nutritional supplements. Embark has helped millions of pet parents better understand their dogs' breed ancestry, health risks, and care needs.