Category: Cat Breeds

Buying a Cat – Are You Ready? So, you’ve decided that you want to have a pet cat. However, before you buying a cat, you may need to consider a few important things. After all, finding out that a cat is not for you after you’ve already grown attached can be heartbreaking. The main reason that people have to find their cats new homes is that they are allergic to cats. If you’ve never spent much time around cats, be sure you can spend a few hours in a home with cats without developing an allergy attack. Also, check with friends and family to be sure none of them are highly allergic. Next, you may want to consider your lifestyle. Although most cats need less interaction than dogs, your cat can still become lonely and bored if left alone all day. A bored cat is often a bad cat. If you work long hours, consider getting two kittens so that they can keep each other company.

The Bombay cat is an attractive shorthair hybrid breed with a shiny black coat and copper eyes. The Bombay was developed in the US by Burmese breeders trying to improve their cats’ color and body type. Against the rules of the day, they out-crossed their Burmese to black American Shorthairs and produced some attractive cats. In 1953, a Kentucky breeder named Nikki Horner set out to produce a mini panther. The black leopard of India inspired the choice of the name “Bombay”. She began breeding champion Burmese with champion black American Shorthairs and through a careful breeding and outcrossing program developed the Bombay cat breed. Because the black gene is dominant the Bombays bred true. The Bombay finally achieved the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) championship status in 1976. Outcrossings are still being made to the Burmese in order to maintain the body type. Cat size Medium Exercise Docile – requires little exercise Grooming Minimal grooming –

The spotted Egyptian Mau Cat is the only natural breed of pedigreed spotted domestic cat and is arguably descended from the sacred cats of Egypt. Egyptian Maus bear a strong resemblance to spotted cats depicted in wall-paintings found in the temples of Thebes which were built on the Nile around 1400 B.C. An earlier tomb at Thebes, dated about 1750 B.C. contained an earthenware statuette of a spotted cat. The Egyptian Book of the Dead dated around 1100 B.C., contains spells that will guarantee a safe passage to the afterlife and also includes papyrus pictures of spotted cats. The Maus of this period were probably descended from the African wild cat. They were later domesticated, cherished as pets, worshipped as gods and mummified after their death. The origins of the Mau breed can be traced back to almost 3,500 years ago. The modern Mau (actually mau is the Egyptian word for cat) is a common domesticated breed in North Africa and can be found in the streets of Cairo.

Hyperthyroidism is a common problem in older cats. Also known as hyperthyroid disease, it is caused by the enlarging of the thyroid gland and the increased production of thyroid hormones. Usually, this is caused by a benign tumor on one or both of the glands. Though these tumors can be cancerous, the chance of a tumor being malignant is very low: 2-5%. Signs and Symptoms Cats very rarely show all the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, but one or two of the symptoms may be severe enough to warrant a trip to the vet. Cats with hyperthyroidism often have an increased appetite but are losing weight. Some may become irritable or nervous. It is not uncommon for cats with hyperthyroidism to look as though they haven’t groomed themselves in a while. Vomiting, diarrhea, and weakness are also common, but any cat showing these symptoms for more than 24 hours should see a Vet. Never allow your cat to vomit for more than 24 hours as this can cause severe dehydration and be a sign of an even more serious problem.

Glad that you want to know more about Maine Coon Cat Breed || This concise Maine Coon cat breed guide will answer any questions you may have about the Maine Coon cat breed. Facts About Maine Coon Cat Breed What does a Maine Coon cat look like? What is the history of the Maine Coon cat and where does it come from? What kind of temperament does the Maine Coon cat have? Are Maine Coon cats good with children? Do Maine Coon cats have any special grooming needs? Where can I buy a healthy and happy Maine Coon kitten from a responsible Maine Coon Cat Breeder? In addition to the wealth of Maine Coon cat breed information offered, Maine Coon Cat and Kitten Central also boast a directory of Maine Coon Cat Breed Clubs and Rescues, Maine Coon Cat Breed Information Resources, and our Cat Lover’s Bookstore – featuring a number of titles about Maine Coon cats.

We Siamese are an ancient breed. We actually existed much like this in nature. Over the years, yes we have had breeders breed us to certain standards, but for the most part we are a natural breed–that is we evolved this way and were not crossed from other breeds. Siamese Cat History The stunning contrast of our fur colors, our rich blue eyes and distinctive personality has made us a hit with cat fanciers. We have since been bred. The CFA standard Siamese has a lovely wedge shaped head, almond shaped eyes and a sleek tubular body. Other Siamese cat lovers have bred a heavier set cat, called an Applehead. Many believe the Applehead is the ‘original’ Siamese, but no one really knows for sure. While I am certain that the Siamese was created first and then other creatures after and no doubt Bastet in Egypt was a Siamese, no one is actually certain where we originated.

Oriental Cat the Right Breed Do you love the temperament of the Oriental Cat breed, but wish you could find a cat with a very different coat color? If so, the exuberantly affectionate Oriental is the perfect breed for you. These charming cats are closely related to the Oriental Cat and are even considered to be Siamese by many cat associations. However, the Cat Fanciers Association considers these cats to be a distinct breed that just happens to be descended from the Oriental Cat breed.   The Oriental was originally a shorthair breed, but longhairs are now available, as well. While the Oriental breed is said to have been founded in Great Britain in the nineteen fifties, Oriental Cat with a wide range of colors has been around for hundreds of years. In the early nineteen hundreds, breeders decided they only wanted Siamese to come in the traditional point colors, and the color variations became much less common.