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New Genetic Trait Updates to the Basepaws Report
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New Genetic Trait Updates to the Basepaws Report

We're sharing details about an exciting improvement to the Basepaws report—one that helps us capture an even clearer picture of the colorful and unique "landscape" of your kitty's genome! Get all the details about this new update related to the genetic traits that are responsible for your cat's fabulous appearance in today's blog.

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Acute Intermittent Porphyria in Cats: Background, Breeds at Risk, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
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Acute Intermittent Porphyria in Cats: Background, Breeds at Risk, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Porphyrias is a term for a group of rare metabolic disorders that affect a cat’s ability to produce heme. Heme is an essential part of hemoglobin—a protein found in red blood cells that brings oxygen from a cat’s lungs to other parts of their body. Different types of porphyrias can occur in cats, as well as in humans and other animals. In this blog, we’ll discuss acute intermittent porphyria (AIP) in cats, its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated by veterinarians.

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Best Small Dog Breeds: A Comprehensive Top 10 List (And More)
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Best Small Dog Breeds: A Comprehensive Top 10 List (And More)

Explore the best small dog breeds that fit your lifestyle and needs. Learn about the different characteristics of small breeds and how to care for each. Start your research here.

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