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Embark Veterinary

Backed byF-Prime CapitalTwo Sigma Ventures
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Most accurate dog DNA test on the market — breed + health + ancestry. 1.5M+ tests sold.

Location
Boston, United States
Raised
$60M+
Stage
Series B
Founded
2015
Category
Other
Funding
VC-backed
Team
201-500

Funding figures as of Jul 2025 · not independently verified

Founders of Embark Veterinary

  • Adam Boyko
  • Ryan Boyko

Investors backing Embark Veterinary

  • F-Prime Capital
  • Two Sigma Ventures

Frequently asked questions

What does Embark Veterinary do?

Most accurate dog DNA test on the market — breed + health + ancestry. 1.5M+ tests sold.

Where is Embark Veterinary based?

Embark Veterinary is based in Boston, United States.

When was Embark Veterinary founded?

Embark Veterinary was founded in 2015.

How much has Embark Veterinary raised?

Embark Veterinary has raised $60M+ in their Series B round as of Jul 2025.

Who founded Embark Veterinary?

Embark Veterinary was founded by Adam Boyko, Ryan Boyko.

Who has invested in Embark Veterinary?

Embark Veterinary is backed by F-Prime Capital, Two Sigma Ventures.

How Embark Veterinary would pitch themselves

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01Target customer

Dog owners (especially mixed-breed rescue parents) curious about ancestry + health risks. Plus veterinarians wanting clinical-grade DNA data.

02Problem they solve

Mixed-breed dogs have unknown breed mix + health risks. Veterinarians lack genetic context for personalized care. Existing dog DNA tests (Wisdom Panel) are less accurate.

03Key differentiator

230K-marker chip (10x more than competitors). 350+ breeds + 200+ genetic health conditions. Cornell University research partnership = vet credibility.

04Go-to-market strategy

DTC e-commerce (Amazon + Embark.com). Veterinary-channel premium tests. Holiday seasonality + influencer partnerships drive new customer acquisition.

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