Identifying the 5 Types of Tabby Cat Markings
When someone says the word "tabby," it's clear they're talking about cats. It's a common mistake, however, to use this word to identify a specific cat breed or cats in general. It's true that many...
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Stomatitis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
What Is Stomatitis in Cats? “Stoma” is the Greek word for “mouth”, so stomatitis in cats means “inflammation of the stoma”, “inflammation of the oral cavity”, or “inflammation of the mouth and lips”. Inflammation causes...
10 Fascinating Facts About the Spotted Tabby
Spotted tabby is one of five tabby patterns found in cats. All tabbies have an “M” marking on their forehead, but markings on the body vary depending on the type of tabby pattern. Spotted tabby...
12 Smartest Cat Breeds – Most Intelligent Cat Rankings
Certain cat breeds are known for being smarter than others. In general, cats have a brain structure that bears a resemblance to many intelligent animals, including humans. While cats are extremely independent and self-sufficient, their...
10 Lovable Short-Haired Cat Breeds
Short-haired cat breeds are beloved by many for their beauty and simplicity. Short-haired cats don’t need extensive brushing and grooming, so they’re ideal for cat lovers who prefer a lower-maintenance pet. Short hair also puts...
12 Rare Coat Colors and Patterns in Cats
Explore the world of cats, and you'll see a rainbow of beautiful colors and patterns, including brown, black, white, cream, gray, silver, orange, lilac, bi-colored, calico, tortoiseshell, striped, spotted, smoke, and colorpoint. A cat's coat...
How Progressive Retinal Atrophy Affects Cats
Progressive Retinal Degeneration or Atrophy was first recognized in the onset of the 20th century in an exotic dog breed named the Gordon Settlers. Since then, it has been documented and exhibited by more than...
What Is A Pedigreed Cat?
Are you wondering what makes a cat a pedigreed cat? Do you want to know if your cat is pedigreed cat? Do you want to learn the difference between purebred cats and pedigreed cats? Pedigreed...
All About Majestic Orange Tabby Cats
What do famous cats like Garfield, Morris, and Milo have in common? They’re all orange tabby cats. The orange tabby cat is not a breed, but it is certainly one of the most iconic (and...
8 Gorgeous Orange Cat Breeds That Make Great Pets (With Pictures)
Orange is one of the rarer colors found in cats. Interestingly, orange cats are most often male cats. This is due to the unique genetics involved with the orange pigment color (it’s associated with the...