Cat DNA & Health · 3 min read
What Breed is My Cat?
If you have a mixed-breed cat or a cat you adopted, DNA tests like Basepaws can help you learn more about the cat's lineage.
Ada Sandoval · Jan 25, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
Cat Birth Defects (& What To Do)
Kittens are born with the same wide-eyed hope we feel when we first hold them. Sometimes, though, a kitten arrives with a body part that formed a little
Angela Natividad · Jan 25, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 5 min read
Basepaws Review (2026): The Best First Cat DNA Kit for Most Owners
Basepaws offers two cat DNA kits: the Breed+Health kit at $149 and the Whole Genome test at $299. Both include breed group analysis, health markers, and a dental health report. Here is what you actually get and whether it is worth buying.
Angela Natividad · Jan 12, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
What's The Best DNA Test For Cats? (2026)
Basepaws is the best cat DNA test for most owners, starting at $149 for breed and health screening across 70+ breeds and 40+ health markers. Wisdom Panel for Cats is the stronger breed-detection pick at $99 to $149.
Angela Natividad · Jan 12, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
How to Tell What Kind of Cat You Have
Most rescue cats are lovable mysteries. Yet every tuft of fur and whisker length holds a clue about the breeds in your companion's family tree. We show what to read so you can identify the right breed before testing.
Angela Natividad · Jan 12, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 8 min read
The Most Affectionate Cat Breeds
Remember that just because your cat is a certain breed (especially the popular ones), it doesn't automatically mean they have affectionate personalities.
Angela Natividad · Jan 11, 2024
Cat DNA & Health · 5 min read
Is Cat Adoption Right for You? 7 Reasons to Consider Adopting a Cat
Looking for a furry friend? Adopting a cat is a great way to bring joy to your life. Here are 7 reasons you should adopt a cat today.
Ada Sandoval · Feb 13, 2023
Dog DNA & Health · 5 min read
Basepaws Dog DNA Test Review (2026)
Basepaws now offers a dog DNA test at $149 (often on sale under $90) covering 330+ breeds and 280+ health markers using next-generation sequencing. Here is what you get, how it compares to Embark and Wisdom Panel, and who should buy it.
Ada Sandoval · Mar 26, 2026
Cat DNA & Health · 4 min read
10 Reasons You Should Get a Cat DNA Test
Curious about your mysterious feline friend? A cat DNA test can offer clues about breed ancestry, selected health markers, and other useful traits.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 25, 2024
Dog DNA & Health · 5 min read
The Best DNA Tests for Dogs (2026)
Embark is the best dog DNA test for most owners, screening 350+ breeds and 250+ health conditions starting at $159. Wisdom Panel is the stronger value pick at $99 to $159. Basepaws now offers a dog DNA kit at $149 from the makers of the leading cat DNA test.
Katrina Canlas · Jan 25, 2024