The tortoiseshell cat isn’t a breed, but includes all cats with its distinctive color combination. And it’s a heck of a cute one! The tortoiseshell coat pattern can be found in several purebred families, such as the large Maine Coon, long furred Persian and even the curly haired Cornish Rex. You can also get gorgeous…
The best calico cat names are just as sweet as these black, orange and white patterned kittens. Your calico kitten could be from any number of amazing cat breeds, but celebrating their cool color combination is always a fabulous way to show them off. Whether they are an incredible purebred calico Ragdoll cat, or a…
Why are Maine Coon cats so big? Is it related to survival before they were fully domesticated, or have breeders engineered their size because they like the appearance of giant cats? Well, the answer is a little bit of both. But that’s not all there is to say about the size of Maine Coon cats….
Tabby cat names come in a variety of awesome shapes and sizes, just like this cool coat color. Which can cause rather a lot of confusion when it comes to narrowing down your ideas into a shortlist. I had the same struggle when I named my kitten, so today I’ll be sharing the cunning technique…
Incredible cats deserve fabulous names. The Maine Coon cat is not only one of the largest of all the purebred cat breeds, but also one of the most beautiful. They have a long, thick, luxurious coat and tail. Not to mention striking eyes, a distinctive “ruff” framing the face and charismatic personality. Today I’ll share…
The tabby cat has a grey, ginger or silver coat with dark black markings. Tabbies can be found in a huge range of cat breeds from the slinky Egyptian May to the massive Maine Coon. Their coats are striped like a tiger’s, but with a distinctive styling including heavy eyeliner and a classic M shape…
The British Shorthair is both one of Britain’s oldest and most enduringly popular cat breeds. This cat is often described as teddy bear like, and this description is as much about personality as about appearance. If you are seeking a calm, self-contained cat that is also loving, affectionate and great within a diverse family setting,…
Your Ragdoll cat has an affectionate, docile and sweet-natured temperament. And it’s no surprise, given the name Ragdoll cat is derived from their tendency to flop over in a relaxed manner when picked up. They are masters of relaxation and love to spend time curled up in your bed if not in your arms. However,…
A polydactyl cat has more toes on each paw than your regular pet kitty. The name is quite literal, as poly means many and dactyl refers to fingers or toes. Most cats have 18 toes total, with 5 on each front paw and 4 on each rear paw. Polydactyl cats often have six toes at…
The tuxedo cat is not a breed, but instead a description of a pattern. Tuxedo cats are mostly black with a white patch on their chests that looks like a shirt peeking out from a tuxedo. They also often have white paws and a white blaze on their face. You can find these markings in…