05/23/2026
Science has spoken!
A few months ago, we did an Embark Vet DNA test to gain a better understanding of Tucker. We were VERY certain on one of the breeds in the mix, and we all had our guesses for the rest.
When we received the results, it all made perfect sense! Tucker is a blend of Field Golden (Goblin) Retriever 🤪 and German Shepherd (The Protector) 🛡️. There are two other breeds (Terrier and Lab) in there somewhere, but he didn't inherit enough of their traits to stand out like his main ones.
The absolute best part of the test is that we were able to connect with Tucker’s family! When we received his results, Embark identified a match to a sibling and his mom. This connection led us to learning more about Tucker, including the sweetest detail—that his mom and sibling were actually adopted together! 🥺🐾
We love our little genetic masterpiece!