All cats are cute, but some breeds have special features that make them look especially adorable. As with all things, “cute” is in the eye of the beholder. One person might find a certain breed delightful while another thinks it look strange. This is the beauty of the world of cats—there are so many unique breeds that everyone is bound...
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In most cases, shedding is an inevitable part of cat ownership. It’s possible to stay on top of the cat hair situation with some tried and true methods, for instance, brushing and grooming your kitty regularly to remove dead hair from the coat, frequent vacuuming, and using lint rollers on clothing and furniture. Most cat owners happily deal with a...
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As some of the most misunderstood members of the cat world, black cats aren’t always what they seem. Some say they’re bad luck. Others see a dark-colored cat and conjure images of witches and monsters. These unwarranted associations with all things creepy have given black cats an unfair, and flat-out wrong, reputation. In reality, black cats are friendly, loyal, and...
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Blue eyed cats are exceptionally beautiful. In cats, blue eyes are associated with white coats or the pointed color pattern that’s seen in the Siamese and related breeds (a lighter body with darker points of color on the head, feet and tail). Because these colors are less common in cats, blue eyes are more rare than other feline eye colors,...
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Cats have so many adorable features from their perfect noses to their little bean toes. Big ears on a cat can perform important functions for survival when in the wild. They act like satellite dishes, which help felines pick up on the slightest sounds when hunting. However, domestic cats use their ears to know who is coming and going from...
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Some cat breeds are more people-loving than others. Some cat breeds have even been known to follow their owners through the house, demanding some attention and love. While every cat is different, there are a few things that may cause a cat to be more affectionate than others. First and most importantly, Cats are known to be more affectionate if...
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Sleek and beautiful, black cats often evoke thoughts of wild panthers or Halloween. Black is a dominant color, which means it is one of the most common colors found in cats. Sadly, statistics suggest that black cats the least adoptable, with black cats languishing in animal shelters and rescue groups longer than other, more desirable colors. This could be due...
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It goes without saying that we all wish our cats could live forever. And while advances in modern medicine and improvements in cat food can help many of our feline friends live longer, the truth is, one day, our beloved cat will cross over the Rainbow Bridge. When it comes to cat breeds, each is unique in their own way....
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Brown cats are not particularly rare. Brown, especially brown tabby (brown with black stripes) is a very common color in cats. Solid brown cats are somewhat less common, and can be strikingly beautiful. In some breeds, the solid brown color is called chocolate. Some pointed breeds also come in brown colors, such as the seal point Siamese. In cats, brown...
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As one of the most recognizable cat breeds in the world, the Siamese has a reputation for being graceful and talkative. They’ve even been described as “regal” and nicknamed the Royal Cat of Siam. Their striking color-pointed fur complete with masks and socks makes them a favorite among cat people, and they also have another characteristic that people love: they’re...
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