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Finding Your Cat’s True Breed

Finding Your Cat’s True Breed

Do you ever wonder about your cat’s breed? Is she as cuddly as a Ragdoll, or as large as a Maine Coon? Basepaws now enables you to discover the breed composition and ancestry of your beautiful Domestic Shorthair. To get you started on your discovery journey, here’s what you need to know about cat breeds. The Domestic history of cat breeds It tu...
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The Ultimate Guide to Cat Fur Patterns, Colors and Markings

The Ultimate Guide to Cat Fur Patterns, Colors and Markings

Cat Fur Patterns There are six varieties of cat fur patterns. These are Tabby, Solid, Bicolor, Tricolor, Tortoiseshell, and Colorpoint.  These various markings arise from the cat’s genetics, and the results can be stunning. Whether your feline is an ultra-rare blue Chartreux or a garden variety Tabby, all cats are gorgeous and hold a special pla...
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Basepaws Health Report: List of Genetic Conditions

Basepaws Health Report: List of Genetic Conditions

Health Marker Report is the section of the basic Basepaws Cat DNA Report which test for over 38 genetic mutations that correspond to 17 genetic conditions. Here you will be able to discover if your cat has tested positive for a genetic variant associated with any of the genetic diseases included in our database.  Read sample report Health Marke...
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Basepaws Wild Cat Index: What Kind of Wild Is Your Cat?

Basepaws Wild Cat Index: What Kind of Wild Is Your Cat?

One of the sections of your Basepaws Cat DNA report is the Wild Cat Index. This section of the report reveals a few secrets about your cat's wild and wonderful ancestry and gives you an insight into the evolution of your very own home tiger.
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Overweight and Obesity in Cats

Overweight and Obesity in Cats

Nothing is better than curling up with our kitties and enjoying their purring and kneading paws. We wish these moments could last forever! While we can’t make them last forever, we can make them last as long as possible by taking care of them the best way we can and providing them the longest, healthiest, happiest lives that we possibly can. One of the best ways to keep our cats healthy and increase their lifespan is by preventing obesity in our cats.
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