Basepaws is a young privately held cat genome and biotechnology company, based in Los Angeles, CA. The company name is a play on words, referring to base pairs of chromosomes.
Basepaws helps customers to discover their cats' unique stories. By testing a cat's DNA, Basepaws accurately identifies its breed, traits, and risk for over 160 genetic health conditions. Customers who buy tests receive online access to their cat's genealogical DNA test results and tools, including a relative-matching database.