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Breeds
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6.3K1Cymric
The unique term “Cymric” (pronounced as koom-rick) stems from the indigenous word “Cymru” which traditionally means being of, or from Wales. The...
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11.9KChartreux
Although the exact origins of the Chartreux cat is not clear, legend has it that the breed descended from felines owned by...
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11.8K1Bombay
Developed in the US during the mid-1950s by Miss Nikki Horner, the beautiful Bombay cat was refined by the said famous American...
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11.1K1Birman
The Birman cat, which have been considered to have existed as the holy escort of the Kittah priests, is said to have...
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9.2K1American Curl
The American Curl is immediately recognized by it’s unique ears, which curl back from the face. They originated in California from a...
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7.8K1American Wirehair
Closely related to the American Shorthair breed, the American Wirehair cat originated from a spontaneous transmutation of a litter among upstate farm...
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23.3K3American Bobtail
Although cat fanciers have only started standardizing the American Bobtail in the late 1960s, it’s been recorded that the breed has already...
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6.8K1American Shorthair
Well-known for its robust health, long life, pleasant look and gentle disposition, the American Shorthair cat is said to be a true...
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8.2KBalinese
Springing directly from the popular Siamese line, the Balinese cat is a gorgeous oriental breed that wears a fine, smooth coat...
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7.1KAbyssinian
Belonging to the agouti or ticked breed, the Abyssinian has a silky, multi-colored coat exterior that comes from the mix of...
