Our pet cats are originally descended from African wildcats, which all look essentially the same – they have brown and gray tabby coats, for optimal camouflage. So the fact that our modern pet cat breeds come in so many colors and patterns is endlessly fascinating to me. In this article, I’m going to focus on…
Ragdoll cats are highly sought after thanks to their sweet and affectionate personalities. They’re also extremely pretty to look at. And since they have become so popular, I can hardly see a longhaired cat in a window without first asking if it’s a Ragdoll, and then considering all the other possibilities second! Whether you’re starting…
Many people are hard pressed to distinguish between a Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest cat. But there are some key differences. A Maine Coon’s face is broad and lion like, whilst a Norwegian Forest cat’s is triangular and more typical of a domestic cat. Plus, a Maine Coon is usually slightly bigger than a Norwegian…
A calico cat always has three colors in its coat, something that we call tricolor. For a cat to be truly calico, this must include white. Some are almost all white, while others only have small white patches. These differences are what makes every calico cat so unique and gorgeous. Contents No two calico cats…
The Egyptian Mau vs Bengal: the cat battle is on! Are you on the hunt for a wildcat? On the one hand, we have the elegant and sleek Egyptian Mau. On the other, the powerful and robust Bengal. Both of these marvellous mousers have many similar traits, especially their endless energy and love of play….
These 230 amazing, fun and adorable Ragdoll cat names are inspired by the unique features of our favorite breed. Ragdoll cats are known for being affectionate, doting, and for following closely at your heels without needing any encouragement. They absolutely love their owner’s attention, but not in a bossy way. They are usually fairly quiet…
Maine Coon cats are a longhaired, large cat breed that can weigh up to 18 pounds. These cats are increasingly popular due to their beautiful coats, which come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. They can be loving and affectionate to people they know, but can also be quite independent. They are hardy,…
Tabby personalities vary from cat to cat, but many ginger tabby cat owners attribute some breed temperament traits, such as friendliness, or intelligence, to their feline friend’s stunning color. I’ll be looking at some of these claims as we explore the myths and fact about orange tabbies! Before we get going, I have to admit…
A Siamese lilac point cat is also known as a lavender point Siamese. They have warm gray fur on their ears, nose, tail and feet, and the rest of their body is white. Their appearance is very chic, but their personality can be larger than life, so they’re not suited to everyone. Today I’ll share…
Blue mitted is one of the many possible Ragdoll color and pattern combinations accepted by their official breed standard. Blue point mitted Ragdolls have slate grey points, pale grey bodies, and bright white mittens on their paws. In this complete guide to the blue mitted Ragdoll cat, I will share what makes this pattern so…