Cats 2024, March

British Shorthair Cat

British Shorthair Cat

The British shorthair cat is one of the oldest cat breeds. They are strong and robust medium to large sized cats. With a balanced, gentle and calm character, the British are loved by many. They are unpretentious in care and maintenance. Although the British Shorthair is the oldest British breed, it was not until 1979 that it gained recognition in the United States

Brazilian Shorthair Cat

Brazilian Shorthair Cat

The Brazilian shorthair cat (Pêlo Curto Brasileiro) is a cat breed that appeared naturally in Brazil. This is the first Brazilian cat breed to receive international recognition. Despite the fact that more than 20 years have passed since the recognition of the breed, the Brazilian cat is still quite rare

Dragon Li (Li Hua, Li Mao)

Dragon Li (Li Hua, Li Mao)

Dragon Li (Chinese Li Hua) is a unique Chinese cat breed that has recently gained worldwide popularity. For the first time, the Dragon Li were presented to the world community at the Beijing exhibition in 2003, and from this moment the official countdown of the history of this exotic breed begins

Havana Brown (cat)

Havana Brown (cat)

Havana Brown (Havana brown cat) - breed of domestic cats, whose main distinguishing feature is brown and chocolate color. The eyes can only be green. The breed was bred in England on the basis of the old-type Siamese cats of the same color. They are kind and smart cats, philosophically accepting any whims of fate

European Shorthair Cat (EKSH)

European Shorthair Cat (EKSH)

The European shorthair cat (Celtic shorthair) is one of the first cats to settle in the human house. Her ancestors are considered to be the Nubian and European wild cats. As a separate breed, it appeared as a result of painstaking breeding work with common European domestic cats in the middle of the 20th century

Colorpoint Shorthair

Colorpoint Shorthair

History of breed colorpoint shorthair (Colorpoint shorthair cat) started in the forties of the twentieth century. During this period, breeders from the USA and Great Britain began work to improve the color of Siamese cats. There were and still exist four traditional colors of Siamese cats: lilac (purple), chocolate, seal and blue (blue)

Domestic Long Haired Cat

Domestic Long Haired Cat

The Domestic long-haired cat is one of Mother Nature's finest creations. These plush fur cats come in all shapes and sizes, while offering the same variety of colors and coloration as their shorthaired cousins. Despite the fact that the domestic long-haired is not considered a breed as such, these cats with different characters, types of hair, all kinds of colors become excellent companions

Egyptian Mau

Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian Mau is a short-haired, medium-sized cat breed with a spotted color. The spots are found not only on the coat, but also on the skin. It is considered a rare breed. Most people are attracted by the exotic appearance of the Mau, but his character is also not ordinary

Korat (cat)

Korat (cat)

Korat (Korat cat) is one of the oldest cat breeds that originated in Thailand. The size and color resembles a Russian blue cat. The breed is not for everyone , the owner of the Korat must be a person with a strong and firm character to cope with the dominant character of the pet

Devon Rex

Devon Rex

Devon rex (Devon rex) - a breed of cats that appeared as a result of a natural mutation in the UK in the 1960s Distinctive features of the breed - an extraordinary appearance and friendly disposition. Large mischievous eyes betray the reckless character and inquisitive mind of the Devons

Kurilian Bobtail

Kurilian Bobtail

The Kurilian bobtail is a Russian aboriginal cat breed originally from the Kuril Islands. Cats of this breed have a very short tail that forms a pompom, which is the result of natural mutation. There are shorthaired and longhaired variations

Mekong Or Thai Bobtail

Mekong Or Thai Bobtail

The Mekong bobtail is a breed of short-tailed shorthair cats , the ancestors of which are considered the Siamese cats of the old type. Many of these cats that came to European countries from the capital of Siam - Bangkok, had pronounced hooks and characteristic wrinkles on their tails

Minskin (cat)

Minskin (cat)

Minskin cat is a young experimental breed of cats with short legs. It is believed that the idea of breeding the breed belongs to Paul McSorley, the owner of the Boston kennel (USA). It was he who, in 1998, laid the foundation for breeding work, crossing the Canadian Sphynx and Munchkin. The

Munchkin (cat)

Munchkin (cat)

Munchkin (Munchkin cat) - a young breed of short-legged cats , which arose as a result of a natural genetic mutation. With an average body length, the legs of the munchkin are 2-3 times shorter than those of ordinary cats. To look around, munchkins sit on their hind legs and firmly rest on their tail

Manx (cat)

Manx (cat)

Manx (Manx cat) - one of the oldest breeds of cats , which arose as a result of natural mutation on the Isle of Man. A distinctive feature of the breed is the absence of a tail , but, in fact, not all representatives of the breed are tailless

German Rex, Or Hermann Rex

German Rex, Or Hermann Rex

The German rex (German rex) - the very first breed of cats with curly hair. The German Rex is believed to be descended from a curly-haired cat named Munk, who lived in the 1930s and belonged to a family in East Prussia. His parents were Russian blue and Angora cats

Oregon Rex

Oregon Rex

Oregon rex (Oregon rex) is a very rare exotic breed of cats that appeared in the middle of the last century. Oregon Rex cats were not bred artificially, these cats arose as a result of a spontaneous genetic mutation of the American shorthair cat

Napoleon (minuet) - Dwarf Cat

Napoleon (minuet) - Dwarf Cat

Napoleon , or minuet (Napoleon Cat) - a rare and expensive breed of cats, mestizo Persian and Munchkin . This dwarf cat has an extraordinary appearance and character. A touching face with wide and childishly open eyes, with a trusting expression "baby face" evokes trembling emotion and delight

Russian White, Black, Tabby Cats

Russian White, Black, Tabby Cats

The birth of the Russian White, Black and Tabby Cat breed was laid in Australia on May 4, 1971. The decision to develop a new breed was made by Dick and Mavis Jones, owners of the Myemgay cattery, who were engaged in breeding and studying Russian blue cats

Oriental, Or Oriental Cat

Oriental, Or Oriental Cat

Oriental cat is a short-haired cat breed officially recognized in 1977 in the USA. Distinctive features - a long, slender body, thin bones and strong muscles, wedge-shaped head, very large ears, thin long tail. These cats are extremely human-oriented and highly dependent on them

Ocicat (cat)

Ocicat (cat)

Ocicat (Ocicat) - shorthaired cats, color resembling wild ocelots . The name of the breed comes from the abbreviation of the English words ocelot (ocelot) and cat (cat). They are very active and curious animals with a highly developed hunting instinct

Savannah (cat)

Savannah (cat)

The Savannah cat is one of the most expensive cat breeds in the world . This hybrid of a domestic Bengal cat and an African Serval appeared in the 1980s. Savannah has a relatively high intelligence and is easy to learn. There are three factors that influence the character and behavior of the savannah: ancestry, generation and socialization

Serengeti (cat)

Serengeti (cat)

Serengeti cat is a breed of cats obtained by crossing Bengal, Oriental, Abyssinian and European short-haired cats. The purpose of the breeding was to obtain a domestic cat that looks like a serval. The Serengeti are loving, affectionate with children and easily get used to the company of a person

Thai Cat

Thai Cat

The Thai cat is an old type Siamese cat. It differs from modern Siamese with a round (apple-like) sexual, more robust (heavy) physique, a short tail and rounded eyes. The Thai cat is strongly attached to a specific person, and not to the house

Sokoke, Or Soukok (cat)

Sokoke, Or Soukok (cat)

Sokoke, or Sokoke cat is a naturally formed breed of cats from the Kenyan valley of the same name (Africa). It is believed that the ancestors of these cats are the local wild cats hadzonzo (which means "like bark") and the once feral domestic cats

Snow Shoo (cat)

Snow Shoo (cat)

Snowshoes (Snowshoe cat) - breed shorthair cats , created by crossing the Siamese classic two-tone color with the American Shorthair. Calm and affectionate cats, very loving people and patient with children. Snow-shu - lovers of sitting on cabinets and other elevations available to them

Siamese Cat, Or Siam

Siamese Cat, Or Siam

The Siamese cats are a shorthaired breed of cats of the Siamese-oriental group. This is not a cat that walks on its own. Siam are strongly attached to a person and do not tolerate loneliness. They know the regime of their masters and do not like it when it changes

Tonkinesis, Or Tonkin Cat

Tonkinesis, Or Tonkin Cat

The Tonkinese cat , or Tonkinese cat, is a breed resulting from the crossing of Siamese and Burmese cats. In the character of tonkinesis there is liveliness and curiosity of oriental breeds, but they are not as "vociferous" as Siamese. Their character is sociable and delicate

Singapore Cat, Or Singapore

Singapore Cat, Or Singapore

The Singapore cat , or Singapore (Singapura cat) is a breed of short-haired cats of a small size and oriental type, with a golden cream color. Singapore is one of the smallest cat breeds. These cats have a pronounced talent for all kinds of tricks

Ussuri Cat, Or Ussuri

Ussuri Cat, Or Ussuri

Ussuri cat, or Ussuri (Ussuri cat) - a natural hybrid of the Siberian forest cat (Felis euptilura) and home Siberian cats. Appeared in the Far Eastern part of Russia. These are quite freedom-loving cats with dignity. According to some reports, breeding work to improve the breed did not give significant results, which is why the breed population is extremely low

Toyger (cat)

Toyger (cat)

Toyger cat is one of the rarest and most expensive cat breeds in the world. The breed is very young and in its development stage. Toyger got its name from two English words: toy and tiger = "toy tiger". Toygers are sociable and brave. They love to walk on the street, they are not afraid of dogs and strangers

Ceylon Cat

Ceylon Cat

The Ceylon cat (Sri-Lankan cat) is a rare breed of cats with an unusual ticked color and tabby pattern. Unusual and graceful with the habits of a real lynx, the Ceylon cat adorned the island of Sri Lanka with its existence for a long time. For many centuries this breed remained the property of the mysterious island, whose inhabitants admired the elegant little animals of a characteristic golden color

Aegean Cat

Aegean Cat

Aegean cat (Aegean cat) - a breed of cats that arose naturally, i.e. without human intervention. For thousands of years, Aegean cats have lived next to humans, but it was not until the 1990s that they attracted the attention of specialists, who discovered a number of similarities and common characteristics in the “yard” cats of Greece. Thi

Chartreuse, Or Cartesian Cat

Chartreuse, Or Cartesian Cat

Chartreux , or Cartesian cat (Chartreux) - one of the most ancient breeds of domestic cats. Since ancient times, Chartreuse have been prized for their hunting skills and thick, water-repellent fur. Despite their massiveness, they are extremely flexible, agile and sophisticated cats

Cat Girl Names That Start With D

Cat Girl Names That Start With D

Choosing a name for a cat girl with the letter "D", you can pay attention to literary and fairy-tale characters : Tinker Bell, Dulcinea, Jane Eyre, Driksi, Thumbelina, Dashiki, Daenerys, Denna, Doreya, Daryonka. Names corresponding to the color of the kittens: for a gray cat - Diandria, Dzhumana, Gina, Dymka; for the redhead - Dinara, Dilda, Derry, Jean (no), Ginger; for white - Dvin, Janey, Darima, Dalba, Jen (na), Janie (fer); for a black girl - Delos, Duan, Dakhma, Diavolett

Name For A Cat Starting With The Letter E

Name For A Cat Starting With The Letter E

Choosing a name for a cat with the letter "E" will have to spend a certain amount of time, since there are few words and names beginning with this letter in Russian. To compile the collection, I had to refer to the names of other peoples and states

Scottish Fold Cat, Or Scottish Fold

Scottish Fold Cat, Or Scottish Fold

Scottish fold cat , or Scottish fold cat is a breed of cats with a characteristic structure of the ears, which are bent forward and downward. The reason for the breed's unusual appearance is a gene mutation. The Scottish Fold is a docile and calm breed

Cat Names On Kittens-girls With The Letter A

Cat Names On Kittens-girls With The Letter A

What kind of collections of cat names for kittens-girls are not now on the Internet.Everyone wants to choose the most beautiful, bright and fashionable name for their female cat. But when choosing a name for a kitten, few people think about what it means

Cat Nicknames For Cats With The Letter Ж

Cat Nicknames For Cats With The Letter Ж

Among the French nicknames for cats with the letter "Ж" there are many sonorous and beautiful names , for example: Julian, Julienne, Geoffroy, Joelle, Juan, Georges, Jordan, Jordain, Jonne (ye), Jose, Girard, Girald (o), Gilbert , Juliet, Gerard (d), Zhevel, Jeanellet, Jeannot, Jordon, Justine, Jacques, Jean

Exotic Shorthair Cat, Or Exotic

Exotic Shorthair Cat, Or Exotic

Exotic shorthair , or Exotic (Exotic shorthair cat) occurred by crossing Persian and American Shorthair cats. Exots are sometimes called "Persian for the lazy", as they are very similar to the Persians, but thanks to their short coat, they do not require so much care