Gut Health Test Powered by AnimalBiome
Gut Health Test Powered by AnimalBiome
Find out what’s really going on inside your dog’s digestive system. This at-home test detects bacterial imbalances and provides actionable insights for personalized diet, supplement, or lifestyle changes to improve your dog’s health.
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Gut Health Test Powered by AnimalBiome
Features:
Features:
- Fast turnaround: Results 2-3 weeks after we receive your sample
- Detailed results: Get a thorough report of bacterial imbalances and microbiome diversity
- Personalized recommendations: We'll suggest diet, supplement, or lifestyle changes for your dog
- Track progress: Retest to measure how your dog responds to dietary changes or treatments
Why Embark:
Why Embark:
- Offered in partnership with AnimalBiome, leaders in canine microbiome research
- Powered by world-class microbiome sequencing
- Backed by 20 years of research on animal-microbial interactions
What you’ll learn
Detect bacterial imbalancesOver 10,000 dogs tested
Detect bacterial imbalancesOver 10,000 dogs tested
Our test detects if your dog’s 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.
Restore and maintainSpecific recommendations
Restore and maintainSpecific recommendations
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.
Improvements over timeA happier, healthier gut
Improvements over timeA happier, healthier gut
See how your dog’s gut responds to dietary changes or treatments by retesting over time.
How it works
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1. Collect a poop sample
The microbiome test kit includes everything you’ll need to collect two pea-sized samples of your dog’s poop.
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2. Activate & mail
Activate your kit online and return your dog’s sample with the prepaid envelope.
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3. Results in 2-3 weeks
Using DNA sequencing, we identify the types and proportions of all the bacteria living in your dog’s gut and compare it to our healthy reference set. In about two weeks, you’ll receive an email notification that your test results are ready.
How It Works
- Collect a Stool Sample
Use two small samples of your dog’s stool — the kit includes everything you need. - Activate & Mail
Register your kit online then send it back with the prepaid mailer. - Get Your Results
Using advanced DNA sequencing, Embark analyzes the bacterial communities and compares them to a large healthy database. Results arrive in 2–3 weeks.
A healthier gut
You collect a sample
Whatever you’re testing for, we’ll give you everything you need to collect a sample with confidence. All Embark tests include a pre-paid mailer for US customers.
We crunch the data
Our scientists are the smartest people around. They apply rigorous analysis to each and every sample, so you can be sure you’re getting the most precise results possible.
Results you can use
When you test with Embark, you get more than fun facts. You’ll learn how to improve your dog’s wellbeing starting today, from preventative care to diet and lifestyle changes.
Why Embark
We’ll give you more info about your dog than anyone else. Embark customers get data they need to improve their dogs’ health and wellbeing.
FAQ
What is the Embark Dog Gut Health Test?
What is the Embark Dog Gut Health Test?
The Gut Health Test analyzes your dog’s gut microbiome — the community of bacteria living in the digestive tract — to identify if the bacterial balance is healthy or if there are imbalances that may be affecting digestion and overall wellbeing.
How does this test work?
How does this test work?
Your dog’s stool sample is sequenced using DNA technology to determine the types and proportions of bacteria present, which are then compared to a large database of healthy dogs to identify imbalances or missing beneficial bacteria.
What kind of results will I get?
What kind of results will I get?
You’ll receive a detailed report that shows:
- Which bacterial groups are present in your dog’s gut
- Whether any are out of balance
- How your dog’s gut compares to a healthy reference set
- Personalized recommendations for diet, supplements, or lifestyle changes based on your dog’s results.
Why is gut health important for dogs?
Why is gut health important for dogs?
A balanced gut microbiome supports digestive health, immune function, nutrient absorption, and skin/coat condition. An imbalance may contribute to symptoms like soft stools, vomiting, diarrhea, itchy skin, or low energy.
How do I collect the sample?
How do I collect the sample?
The kit includes materials to collect two pea-sized stool samples. Simply follow the instructions in the kit, place the samples in the provided tubes, activate your kit online, and mail it back in the prepaid return envelope.
Is the sample safe to mail?
Is the sample safe to mail?
Yes. The kit is designed for safe at-home collection and mailing. Stool samples are stable in the provided tubes and can be mailed without risk when properly sealed.
How long will it take to get my dog’s results?
How long will it take to get my dog’s results?
Once the lab receives your sample, results typically arrive in 2–3 weeks. You’ll be notified by email when your report is ready.
Do I need a vet to collect the sample?
Do I need a vet to collect the sample?
No. This test is designed for simple at-home use and does not require a veterinary visit for sample collection.