Cat
The Traditional Siamese cat is a history lesson wrapped in a furry bow. Known by many names, this cat was royally envied. The Siamese breed is one of the most well-known cat breeds in the world, but did you know there are two distinctly different categories within the breed? Let us introduce you to one of the sides of the Siamese coin, the Traditional "Applehead" Siamese.
Basepaws has added new genetic health and trait markers to its flagship Breed + Health Cat DNA test. In the Health Marker section of your cat’s report, Basepaws provides their results related to 43 genetic disorders that are represented by 64 health markers.
March is Poison Prevention Month and Basepaws wants to make sure you have as much information as possible to keep your cats out of harm’s way.
Black, white, brown, orange, or a bit of everything? Cats come in so many different colors and patterns that it’s simply too difficult to choose a favorite. The captivating colors of your special little kitty are written in its DNA, and some variations seem to be particularly beautiful and rare. Here are the top 10 rarest coat colors and patterns in cats. Do you have a favorite?
If your beautiful feline’s eyes are two different colors – yellow and blue perhaps – then you’ve got yourself an odd-eyed kitten! These captivating little creatures are carriers of a feline form of a condition known as complete heterochromia. Heterochromia in cats is a captivating genetic anomaly most commonly observed in white kitties.
Basepaws provides pet parents like you with comprehensive DNA tests and informative resources to help your cat to live their best life. A quick and easy at-home swab of your kitty's mouth offers a world of valuable information about their unique breed mix, genetic predisposition to 43 health conditions, and genetic traits responsible for their fabulous appearance.
Cats, with their innate curiosity, often find themselves in close contact with various houseplants and garden vegetation. However, not all plants are safe for pets, and some can be downright dangerous. Cats can get sick from eating just a little bit of these plants, showing symptoms like throwing up, acting tired, or drooling a lot.
It's important for pet owners to know which plants are dangerous and keep them away from pets to keep them safe. Making sure pets can't get to toxic plants might take some work, but the health of your cat companions is the main goal.
