Could This Startup Change the Life Span of Dogs?

Brianne Spiersch

Embark/Veterinary, a Boston-based genetics startup valued at $700 million, is looking to change how many years we get to spend with our dogs.

The Boyko brothers DNA tested village dogs around the world to learn about the history of the domesticated dog. Now they want to help your dog live longer.

Bloomberg recently reported that Embark/Veterinary raised $75 million to employ DNA testing on dogs with the goal of discovering and treating preventable illnesses and increasing the life span of dogs by three years. The goal would be to have this in place by 2030.

It’s a fascinating story of what could be coming down the line for pet owners, and something that veterinarians should know about. You can learn more about how it works and what it could mean for the pet industry in this riveting article from The Hustle.

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