brown and red patches of a Tortoiseshell cat with Tabby stripes usually most visible on the face, legs and tail. However, the tabby markings can sometimes be obscured by the patchy mix of colors from the Tortoiseshell pattern.
The Cornish Rex cat is a fascinating and distinctive breed known for its elegant appearance, curly coat, and playful nature. Its exceptional ability to forgestrong bonds with human companionsmakes it one of the most popular cats today. While there might be differences between male and female Corn...
This cat breed originates from the Isle of Man where it has been domesticated and selectively bred throughout the years to produce some striking coat colors. The Manx is adaptive and small in appearance with dark black lines outlining the body. They are not overly active but do enjoy chasing...
The Maine Coon is a domesticated cat breed known as a gentle giant due to its medium to large size contrasting with its gentle, sweet, well-balanced personality. Although it started off as a mouser, it is popular as a family, companion, and therapy pet that is great with children, dogs...
The term Calico, much like Tabby, refers to a pattern of colors rather than a breed. These tabbies blend thethree colors of the Calico, white, orange, and black, with the distinctive Tabby markings, i.e. the signature “M” on the forehead. They typically have Tabby stripes visible in ...
Primarily found in the Sikhote-Alin mountain range in the Russian Far East, with small populations in China and possibly North Korea, this species has adapted to the cold, harsh environment of the taiga, with its thick fur and layer of fat providing insulation against freezing temperatures. ...
Russian white cats are a rare breed, with a solid snowy white fur that is soft and plush. ©iStock.com/Mironmax Studio How Did Domestic Cats Evolve from Wild Cats? The domestic cats that you know and love today date back to the Fertile Crescent, a wildcat from the Middle East. Some...
Siamese cats make great family pets. Due to their gentle, playful nature and friendly personality, they get along well with kids, as well as other pets. However, some people don't like them for their highly vocal nature and noisy habits. If you prefer a quiet cat breed, then the Siamese...
Known to the world as the first dwarf breed cat, the Munchkin is easily spotted due to its short legs and small stature. Unfortunately, thanks to the breeding used to create the breed, they are also known for a long list of medical issues that are associated with them. While they may ...
Tabby refers to the coat-markings, rather than a breed of cat. Learn more about the different types and how to spot their markings among other Tabby cats.