With its endearing personality and unique features, the Russian Blue is still relatively rare, but increasing in popularity worldwide. Russian Blue Cat History Known variously in the past as the Foreign Blue, Maltese, Spanish Blue, and Archangel Cat, the Russian Blue’s origins are not known for sure, though it is commonly believed that the breed…
Lovingly known as the “gentle giants,” the cat has a huge body. The chirpy cat breed is a favorite with children and cat-friendly dogs. He loves his human family but does not demand attention. They live up to 9-15 years. Maine Coon At a Glance Size: Maine Coons are big in size, with males weighing…
Did You Know? The Balinese cats did not originate from Bali, Indonesia. Size The Balinese cat is medium-sized. These cats weigh up to 5 to 10 pounds. Coat Fine, silky, and medium in length. Color Balinese cats come in same point colors as Siamese cats: seal, blue, chocolate and lilac. Life Span 18 to 22…
Did You Know? The Bombay looks like the Burmese with longer and larger body. Size Medium in size. Can weigh from 6 to 11 lbs. Coat Short and velvety. Color Black Life Span 12 to 16 years. Bombay Physical Characteristics Bombays are best known for their dramatic black coat. This cat breed looks like the…
Did You Know? The Burmilla breed is purely accidental. Even a grown-up and mature kitty may continue to exhibit kitten-like characteristics. Size Burmilla is a medium-sized cat, weighing 6-12 pounds Coat Short to long, sparkling silky smooth Color Silver white shaded or tipped with blue, with other colors ranging from lilac to black, brown, cream,…
Did You Know? The Chartreux were church cats bred by Carthusian monks to keep the monasteries free from rats and pests. Additionally, the quiet mousers were the best companions for the silent monks in an undisturbed quiet environment. Size Small to medium. Weighing between 7 to 16 lbs. Coat Medium sized blue coat, with a…
Did You Know? Also known as Dragon Li, this wild cat breed was spread all over China. Thanks to their natural hunting traits, they were tasked with the job to guard crops and grains by preying on rodents. It is only recently that the Chinese Li Hua was officially recognized in the USA. The CFA…
Did You Know? The Colorpoint shorthair is the first cousin of the Siamese breed, characterized by 16 “point” colors. Some consider them a hybrid of the Siamese. They are a manmade breed, which was born when a few cat breeders were interested to see a Siamese in red color. Size The Colorpoint Shorthairs are medium-sized…
Did You Know? The Cornish Rex derives his name from Cornwall and Rex Rabbit, whose coat has a resemblance with the former. The cat first appeared in Cornwall in 1950. Size The Cornish Rex is a small to medium-sized kitty, weighing between 6 and 10 pounds. Coat Short, soft, silky Color Cornish Rex comes in…
Did You Know? Legend has it that the Cymric lost their tails when they were boarding the Noah’s ark and the door was slammed on their tail. As a result, the tail was cut off entirely. Size A medium-sized solid body, weighing between 7 and 13 pounds Coat Silky, medium length double coat that lengthens…
Did You Know? One of the oldest cat breeds, Egyptian Mau enjoyed a highly esteemed presence in the ancient Egyptian life, including art, religion, and mythology, so much so that they were mummified upon death and worshiped as gods. Size Medium-sized cats, weighing 8-12 pounds Coat Short, silky smooth Color Silver, bronze, and smoke are…
Did You Know? Devon Rex is believed to have born to a stray mother and roaming tom who was said to be living in a tin mine. In the UK, Kirlee, who was the progenitor of the breed, was the last rexed kitten. Size Devon Rex is an average-sized cat with a lightweight frame, weighing…
