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Basepaws Updates Its Breed + Health Cat DNA Test
Basepaws Updates Its Breed + Health Cat DNA Test
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Basepaws is excited to announce that it is adding over 80 genetic health and trait markers to its flagship at-home Breed + Health Cat DNA test. In total, the test will now screen your cat for over 120 markers and will offer features that no other direct-to-consumer (D2C) test provides.

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5 Thanksgiving Foods to Keep Away From Your Dog

While preparing to celebrate this holiday season, it's important to be aware of what foods and items may pose dangers to your pets. Learn what items to avoid and what foods are okay to share with your beloved dogs.

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Saving Sami: An Oral Health Story That's Worth Smiling About

Meet Sami. This loving and adorable fellow is one of four cats that Basepaws community member, Giuliano Argenti, rescued and welcomed into his family. At the wise age of 19, Sami is living a healthy and full life—yet this wasn’t always the case. Learn about how the Basepaws Oral Health Test helped Guiliano and his veterinarian save Sami’s pearly whites, and ultimately, his life. It’s a story with a happy ending that gives us all something to smile about!

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Basepaws Dermatitis Research in Cats

Do you have an itchy cat? It’s possible that they could be suffering from dermatitis—an increasingly common skin condition seen in cats. In this post, we review two types of this uncomfortable affliction: atopic dermatitis and food allergic dermatitis.

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Basepaws Proudly Joins Global Animal Health Leader Zoetis

On June 7th, Basepaws announced the big meows, and today we are proud to officially join the Zoetis family. This announcement marks a new chapter in our mission to provide pet parents with actionable knowledge for making empowered, proactive healthcare decisions.

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Pet Tech LA - Networking and Startup Showcase Event

Pet Tech LA  is back on July 29th 2021, at the Plug & Play rooftop in Downtown Los Angeles. This in-person networking event for startups is organized by Basepaws and PCIN with the goal of bringing together the best pet startups and entrepreneurs in Southern California, establish new partnerships, investments, and build new connections.

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How The Basepaws Oral Health Test Saved This Cat’s Life

Basepaws Cat “Baby” was always a happy and healthy kitty. When the Basepaws Dental Health Test discovered that he was at medium risk for several feline dental conditions, Baby’s parents took him to the veterinarian, who uncovered a health issue that saved Baby’s life. We interviewed Corinne, Baby's guardian, and this is their story.

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Basepaws on Shark Tank
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Stress-Free Veterinary Visits? Try a Virtual Vet!

Virtual care is becoming an important facet of the future of veterinary care that is predicted to stay even after the pandemic. With virtual veterinary care, you can get sound advice from trusted veterinary professionals without leaving your home and stressing out your cat. Learn about veterinary telehealth and telemedicine in this blog.

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