You can tell when your pet doesn’t feel right. You know their quirks, their favorite spot on the couch, the exact tone of meow that means “feed me, immediately.” But there’s one part of your pet you can’t observe with your eyes – what’s written in their DNA. And it turns out, that part might be the most important.
Basepaws is the at-home DNA test that gives pet parents a window into their cat or dog’s breed mix, genetic health risks, and unique traits – so you can stop guessing and start making informed decisions about their care.
What Basepaws actually tells you
This isn’t a novelty kit. It’s a serious tool built around three pillars:
Breed insights. Discover what your pet is actually made of. The Basepaws Cat DNA Test analyzes your cat’s genetic similarity to 21 different breeds, while their dog test covers 330+ breeds. Whether your rescue is a mystery mix or your “purebred” turns out to have a few surprises, you finally get answers.
Genetic health screening. This is where Basepaws really earns its keep. Screen for 64 health markers associated with 43 diseases for which your cat may be genetically predisposed. Early detection helps you and your veterinarian get ahead of diseases before they become life-threatening. For dogs, the kit screens for 280+ health risks.
Traits and unique characteristics. Coat type, color, fur length, certain behaviors – the test distinguishes over 50+ trait markers, helping explain why your pet looks and acts the way they do.
Built for proactive care, not just curiosity
Lots of pet DNA tests are fun party tricks. Basepaws is something different – it’s a tool designed to actually change how you care for your pet.
Genetic health marker screening helps a pet parent identify their cat’s current and/or future risk for a disease and can support preventative care planning with a veterinarian. Conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and chronic kidney disease often don’t show symptoms until they’re advanced. Knowing your pet’s genetic predispositions early gives your vet a head start – and gives you peace of mind.
For cats, there’s even a built-in dental health component. 70-90% of cats have active oral health issues, and dental disease has been linked to serious conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, and heart disease. Basepaws is the only test with active oral health report – so you can stay ahead of problems that often go unnoticed until they’re severe.
How it works
It couldn’t be simpler:
- Order your kit online
- Take a quick cheek swab from your pet (yes, even the squirmy ones)
- Mail it back in the prepaid package
- Get your personalized digital report
That report becomes a powerful conversation-starter with your vet – turning routine checkups into more proactive, personalized care plans.
Why it matters
Being a great pet parent isn’t just about love and treats (though both help). It’s about giving your pet the most informed care possible – care built around who they actually are, genetically. Basepaws makes that level of insight accessible, affordable, and genuinely useful.
Because the more you know about your best friend, the better you can love them.
