Cat Size

Black cats have always had a somewhat shady reputation. Throughout history they’ve been singled out as omens of bad luck and as the companions of witches. However, black cats are absolutely beautiful. Even though they are more likely to be found abandoned than any other color of cat and need you to adopt them, black […]

There are hundreds of lovely sayings and quotes about cats. If you’re a cat lover, fear not. You aren’t alone in the world. Chances are that someone has felt the exact same way about cats as you have and has summarized the feeling in a few succinct words. If you’re looking for words to describe

The smallest cat breed can be difficult to determine. After all, individual sizes matter. Even a big breed can produce an unusually small-sized cat and a small breed can produce an unusually big sized cat. However, here are some breeds where the cats never grow beyond a few pounds. An adult cat can easily get

You might have often heard of tabby cats and wondered what exactly is a tabby cat? Is it a particular breed? Is it a particular color? Is it a particular coat pattern? Well, it’s actually the last. A tabby is any breed of domestic cat that has an M-shaped mark on their forehead, accompanied by

There are many different cat breeds worldwide (although far fewer than dog breeds) and it can be difficult to choose one. While none of us want to admit that appearances sway us, the truth is that a beautiful, patterned cat appeals to all of us. Therefore, let’s take a look at twenty cat breeds that

These medium-sized cats are quite docile and gentle by nature even though they have a long history as working cats. Yes, that’s right. Working dogs is a concept that we’re familiar with but working cats less so. This American Shorthair breed was once used to keep rodents and other vermin away from food stores and

Funny name notwithstanding, the ragdoll cat breed has become increasingly popular with pet owners both for their fluffy and elegant appearance and their affectionate personalities. If you’re looking for a typical cat with a standoffish attitude, the ragdoll isn’t the breed for you. However, if you’re fond of puppies in cat form then the ragdoll

Unlike dogs, who have literally thousands of breeds all cross-bred from one another, the number of cat breeds is actually quite small. It wouldn’t even total a hundred. And while few cats are purebred and we have to start accepting mixed-breed cats, the process is a slow one. However, there are a few breeds that

The black footed cat (Felis nigripes) has the distinction of being the smallest wildcat in Africa. Because of its tan and black body, this cat is very well camouflaged, especially on moonlit nights. First discovered and described in 1924, in Karoo in South Africa. Unfortunately, their status at the moment is vulnerable because their population

The Russian Blue cat, commonly just referred to as Russian Blues, is a short-haired cat breed that stands out because of the striking colors of its coat. They often appear to look larger than they actually are because of the dense double coat. An intelligent and sweet breed, they aren’t especially clingy but can be