Despite being almost unheard of thirty years ago, dwarf cats, teacup cats and miniature cats have become hugely popular in a relatively short space of time. With more and more prospective cat owners researching miniature cat breeds and teacup kitten prices, we take a look at these new cats on the block, and the things…
The first thing to say about the magnificent Siberian cat, is that this is not a cat for anyone who doesn’t enjoy grooming. That coat is really something! But if you are not averse to wielding a brush and comb two or three times a week, this amazing feline, could very well be the perfect…
A while back we were involved in choosing a rescue cat for an elderly friend. She wasn’t very mobile and used a walker, so we were looking for an older, calmer cat. Fortunately the chosen cat worked out well, though he was a fairly independent soul and it would have been nice if he’d been…
A Bombay cat makes a knockout first impression. Concealed in inky black fur, with a set of sparkly gemstone eyes, she is a visual stunner you will not soon forget. The exquisite and always black Bombay cat was deliberately bred by Nikki Horner of Louisville, Kentucky, to resemble a jungle panther. Horner hit a bulls-eye…
The Russian Blue cat breed is named for their iconic coat, which is short, thick, and plush. They are highly intelligent, quite docile and loving to family. A medium sized cat, the Russian Blue can be up to 12 pounds in weight, and tends to have fairly good health. There are two commonly recognized variants…
Burmese cats are mostly known for their large eyes, silky coat, stocky build and an incredibly affectionate temperament. Short-haired and sleek, these kitties are beautiful pets that don’t require much grooming. And while no cat is entirely allergy-proof, this is one of the better breeds for allergy sufferers. This is an indoor breed that requires…
Mixed breed cats are increasingly popular in recent years. And I don’t mean your regular moggy of unknown origin, I mean cats that are produced from two purebred parents of different breeds. These mixed breed cats are sometimes known as hybrids, but that’s not really the right word for them. Which matters in the case…
The California Spangled cat was one of the first domestic cats bred to resemble exotic wild spotted cat species. And they were launched into the public imagination like no other breed before them. These cats were affectionate, loyal, and intelligent. But they were also full of energy. And you might have noticed I’ve already started…
I’ve heard various cats described as brindle, both by their loving owners and by strangers on the street. And it’s a totally understandable word to use for particular patterns and colors, because they can be very similar to the brindle that we know from dog breeds. But the reality is that brindle isn’t a breed…
There are an unbelievable 40 Bengal colors, despite most of us just thinking of this iconic cat in their classic leopard print. This complete guide to Bengal colors will show you how there’s so much more to Bengal cats than just black rosettes on a brown background. We’ll see how their ancestry has contributed important…