These are photographs of one of the best Persian cats (traditional Persian – the most popular on my reckoning) you’ll see anywhere by one of the best cat photographers anywhere. Every time I see him I want to see more of him. He looks very much a male cat and a very interesting cat. His fur …
My Prologue to Rainstar’s Quest by Lilyflower (PA) “Time to gather!” a voice called into the darkness. At first it seemed as if there were no cats out there at all but then the sound of mews coming closer proved that there were cats waiting in the fog. Suddenly the cats came into view. A …
My shelter moggy Snow White’s 2nd anniversary by Finn Frode (Copenhagen, Denmark) Sunbathing Snow White and Milly Our daily walk Snow White Today is Snow White’s 2nd anniversary with us. Eight months earlier we had lost our wonderful young Somali Ivanhoe to FIP and as we came to realize he was irreplaceable, the logical thing …
by Kevin (NYC) We went to a no kill shelter without a plan but to consider adoption. The shelter had so many varieties but only one stood out. Her given name, “Molecule” said to be part of a litter amongst “proton” “nuetron” and others. She was regal in her grey cost and put on such …
Mid Cheshire Animal Welfare by Joanne Volunteer (Chairman) (Cheshire UK) Poor cold cats At Mid Cheshire Animal Welfare in the UK we have been working – I, personally, for 25yrs – looking after feral colonies. If we don’t bother they have nobody to help and speak up for them. We have over 100 feral cats …
Popularity 28th out of 65 Photo: ©Helmi Flick Place of origin Japan Date of origin 1,000 to 2,000 years ago from 2010. Ancestry household cat, feral cat Weight 2.5-4.3 kg (6-9.48 lb) Temperament Alert, active and high energy Body type Foreign Registration CFA, TICA, FiFé Colours & Types (CFA) Self (solid) – white, black, red, …
Note: I am using terms from the US standpoint. In Europe the term “Javanese” means something different, a solid-colored Oriental Longhair. Introduction If the Balinese is a “Modern” Siamese with long fur, the Javanese is a Balinese with “unconventional” (non-traditional) points. Confused? It is also described as an Oriental Longhair with points. There is a …
Jean-Honoré Fragonard Le Chat Angora. This is a painting of a white Angora cat with a lady and in the centre is a large mirrored globe. The globe reflects the cat and other people in the room who are not directly in the painting (see the second enlarged image). It was painted in the 1780s. …
In Memory of Pumpkin by Amy (West Virginia) I had a part Maine coon/Tortoiseshell Cat for 6 yrs. She was the love of my life! I always referred to her as my 3rd daughter, (the good one..lol!). She was a very shy and timid cat, but sweet and lovable nonetheless. A few nights ago, she …
Himalayan Cats – contents: Introduction History Colours Health Practical Information Breeders (selected) + Standard (links to) Introduction Himalayan cats (“Himmies”) are called “Colourpoint Persians” in Europe, whilst “Himalayan” is an American term. The Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) classify this cat breed under the “Himalayan Division” of the Persian cat. It is therefore a pointed Persian cat. …
Above: An adorable old and distinguished Himalayan cat (pointed Persian). Photo ©copyright Helmi Flick. Please respect copyright, thanks. He looks like a grumpy old man! This is what I might call a cat fancy dictionary. There are numerous words that are used in the cat fancy that are unknown to most of us outside. They might …
by Elvis (Albania) Mike looking very glamorous and handsome. This is Miki my Turkish Angora cat. I’m not sure but from what I’ve seen in the internet it seems to be an Angora. What do you think??? Elvis Hi Elvis.. Yes, agree Miki has purebred Turkish Angora written all over him but without documentary evidence …
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by Jana Marr (Milton, Ontario, Canada) Samantha Hi, My name is Jana and we found our cat under a car in a vacant lot. We have been trying to find out what breed she is but with the help of your web site and the vet we have determined that she is a moggy calico …
Introduction Described as “the greyhound of the cat world”1, it is not difficult to see why. The appearance is sleek and athletic. The cat is described as “extrovert and curvaceous”2. This cat is one of the Rex cat breeds. Five more are featured on this website. The others are the Devon Rex, the Selkirk Rex, …
The history of Cornish Rex Cats is expanded upon a bit here. The picture above is, I believe, of the famous discovered founding cat of the Cornish Rex cat breed, Kallibunker. He is a ginger colored cat. He looks very athletic and his tail is very whip like. This is another picture of Kallibunker, I …
