

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.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common feline heart condition. The Basepaws Breed + Health Cat DNA test now screens for two additional genetic health markers associated with HCM to let pet parents know if their cat is at a higher risk for the disease.

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.

As we continue to grasp new knowledge and information in feline science, we drive the focus on Basepaws research initiatives which can help improve the understanding of feline biology and improve the health management of cats everywhere.

We often get questions about our Basepaws Cat DNA tests and whether they can be used for a deceased cat. Here is what you need to know if you want to do a DNA test for a deceased cat.

To help you understand your cat's DNA report and why they may have been matched with breeds you didn't expect to see in the report, here is a short guide through feline domestication, breeding, genetics and laws of inheritance.

The newest Basepaws Breed report is the most accurate one yet, and we are very proud to present the new improvements to you!

Health Report is the section of the basic Basepaws Cat DNA Report which reports to 39 genetic mutations that correspond to 17 genetic conditions.

An open letter from our founder and Basepaws CEO Anna Skaya, regarding important product and pricing updates starting on November 1st, 2019.