Our test detects if your dogโs gut is out of balance or missing beneficial bacteria. An unbalanced gut means important digestive and immune functions may not work properly, causing symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and skin issues.
The Embark Gut Health testing couldnโt be easier - or more reliable!
Find out whatโs really going on inside your dogโs digestive system. This at-home test detects bacterial imbalances and provides actionable insights for personalized diet, supplement, or lifestyle changes to improve your dogโs health.
Gut Health Testing
Backed by Science
Founded by Scientists, Developed by Veterinarians for Dog owners
Accurate Breed Testing
Advanced Technology for Accurate Results on Microbiome Diversity
Protecting your dogโs wellness - a number one priority
The Embark test detects if your dogโs gut is out of balance or missing beneficial bacteria. An unbalanced gut means important digestive and immune functions may not work properly, causing symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and skin issues.
โ Results 2-3 weeks after we receive your sample
โGet a thorough report of bacterial imbalances and microbiome diversity
โ Embark will suggest diet, supplement, or lifestyle changes for your dog
โ Retest to measure how your dog responds to dietary changes or treatments
BETTER SCIENCE FOR HAPPIER DOGS
Research partners of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Veterinarian developed
Official dog DNA test of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
WHAT TESTING WILL SHOW
Each gut microbiome is unique. Different dogs need different dietary adjustments to support the growth of specific beneficial bacteria. Recommendations based on your dog's individual results will help you make simple changes that can improve their gut health and overall wellness.
See how your dogโs gut responds to dietary changes or treatments by retesting over time.
See For Yourself
A healthier gut
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Kim L.
The Gut Biome test is very comprehensive and really impressive! My dog showed some high bad bacteria, and low good bacteria. She had intermittent vomiting and rare occasional bloody diarrhea, along with bad breath, low energy, frequent nausea and poor appetite. The first round of Gut Restore pills did improve her health, along with a change of diet, and supplements.
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Teresa L.
Just for the educational value of the report alone I felt it was worth my money. I have purchased two more kits to test the other dog and re-test the one I tested already.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fecal microbiome testing is the process of sequencing bacterial DNA material from a small sample of feces (more commonly known as poop). We can detect all known bacteria from your dogโs stool sample and then provide you with a comprehensive report.
Testing a dogโs microbiome provides insights into their health. Then imbalances in specific gut bacteria can be addressed to help alleviate such symptoms as diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and itchy skin that may be associated with some chronic health conditions.
Go to embarkvet.com/activate to sign in or create an account and complete your dogโs profile. Activate the kit, using the six-character ID code printed on the tubes. Please note that your sample must be registered in order for our scientists to complete the analysis.
Yes, your sample is safe. The sample tubes contain a special liquid that keeps the bacteria perfectly preserved for analysis, across a very wide range of temperatures. Once inside the tube, the sample is stable for several months.
About Embarkย A different kind of dog DNA company
Not all dog DNA tests are created equal - and neither are the companies that make them. While some of of Embarkโs competitors are part of big conglomerates, Embark is a startup founded by dog-loving scientists and veterinarians. They only focus on one thing: canine health.
Their founders, Ryan and Adam Boyko, spent years traveling the world and swabbing dogs in remote areas of Europe, Asia, and South America. But they knew there was more they could do to support all dogs.