Basepaws Research

Basepaws developed the Pet Travel Index 2025 to help dog owners identify the best travel destinations by ranking all 50 states on their dog-friendliness during the summer months.

Pothos are popular houseplants renowned for their attractiveness and hardiness. Pothos plants are an easy way to decorate with greenery and brighten your living space, but if you are a pet owner, beware. Despite their beauty, pothos are toxic to cats.

Cats' natural curiosity and tendency to explore can sometimes lead them to investigate and potentially nibble on plants, which can result in various health issues. For ferns, there may be concerns about their toxicity to cats and the appropriate response if a cat consumes their leaves. This article aims to safeguard your feline companion from harmful plants and provide guidance on addressing fern ingestion by your cat.

Are peace lilies poisonous to cats? The short answer is yes. Peace lily poisoning in cats is rarely fatal, but a traumatic experience for your feline nonetheless. The symptoms of peace lily toxicity in cats are excruciating and frightening, so it's every pet parent’s duty to shield their kitties from this possible hazard.

We are pleased to announce an update to our Breed + Health Dog DNA Test. This latest version includes over 200 genetic-related disorders, analyzed through more than 280 health markers.

Today, we are thrilled to announce our new research initiative - the Basepaws Feline Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Research Project!

Too many pet parents have known the heartbreaking loss of a beloved pet to cancer. As part of our commitment to helping all pets live healthier, happier, and longer lives, Basepaws is studying the genetic and oral microbiome factors associated with certain types of cancer. We welcome your participation in this research, which could inform the development of new screening tests for earlier detection of cancer in pets.