The term tortoiseshell calico cat usually refers to a tricolor female cat with patches of black, red and white fur. However, it’s a rather clumsy descriptive term. In fact, most tortoiseshell … [Read more...]

A blue tortoiseshell cat is not its own breed. It is just a coat color and pattern that is possible on a number of breeds. Blue tortoiseshell cats have a lighter coat than the traditional tortie … [Read more...]

Knowing how to tell if cats are playing or fighting is an invaluable skill for cat parents. It is usually possible to tell the two apart based upon the cats’ ages, body language, and other clues in … [Read more...]

Why are orange tabby cats so affectionate? Orange tabbies have a reputation for being the friendliest cats. But, there is no proven link between orange tabbies’ coat color and their … [Read more...]

Mackerel tabby is the original cat coat pattern, and it has been around for thousands of years. These days, mackerel tabby cats’ stripes come in a wide range of colors, but they are always narrow … [Read more...]

The blue point Siamese cat has a white body with bluish-grey markings on their face, legs, tail, and ears. These cats are known for being affectionate, social, and intelligent. They are also very … [Read more...]

Can cats swim? All cats have the potential to enjoy playing with water, and even swimming, if they have lots of opportunities to have fun with water while they are young. Some cat breeds that are … [Read more...]

An albino cat is unable to make pigment anywhere in their body. Consequently they have white fur, pink skin, and pinkish-blue eyes. Many cat owners are surprised to learn that most white cats … [Read more...]

What does catnip do to cats that makes them so excited? And why do some have huge reactions and why do others seem to not notice it at all? It’s all down to how their brains react to the smell of … [Read more...]

The yellow tabby cat will have one of the main tabby patterns in a warm yellow shade. The three ways to find a yellow tabby cat are: a pale version of the orange tabby, a double dilute tabby (the … [Read more...]