The International Cat Association Breeds
TICA, better known as The International Cat Association, is “the world’s largest genetic registry of…
The Russian Blue cat, a quiet and caring companion
Color The CFA accepts the Russian Blue Cat in only one color- Blue. The coat should be an even bright blue throughout. Lighter shades of blue are preferred. The CFA breed standard includes the following notations: “Guard hairs distinctly silver-tipped giving the cat a silvery sheen or lustrous appearance. A definite contrast should be noted…
The Ragdoll Cat, a big, beautiful bundle of love
Color The Ragdoll cat is accepted by the CFA in bi-color and van patterns, mitted and colorpoints for showing in the full array of color combinations. Grooming The Ragdoll’s semi long coat is plush and silky, and requires minimal grooming to keep it looking its best. Although the Ragdoll’s fur does not mat, experts advise…
The RagaMuffin cat, a big, cuddly bundle of love
Color The CFA accepts the RagaMuffin cat in every color and pattern, with or without white, except pointed colors. Eyes may be any color. This breed is considered by the CFA to be “Provisional”. Provisional competition is for those breeds which have not yet achieved championship status. This class is the next-to-last step before a…
The Persian Cat, sweet tempered and beautiful
Color The CFA accepts the Persian cat in seven divisions: solid color, silver and golden, shaded and smoke, tabby, parti-color, bicolor and Himalayan. Grooming This cat’s luxurious coat does not react well to neglect. It can mat and will tangle easily if not properly groomed. Prospective Persian owners should be aware that this breed requires…
Witches and Cats, Something Familiar?
Witches and cats have been associated with one another since at least the time of religious persecution in medieval Europe.Religious bigotry has often utilized the ploy of changing the heroes and gods of “other” faiths, into devils and villains. It is a sad fact that the noble cat once protected and worshiped by the ancient…
Cat Mythology, a Collection of Feline Stories, Myths and Superstitions in Folklore and Legend
Cat Mythology covers many things. Stories, artwork, Gods and Goddesses, and entire ways of thinking. I’ve included the following poem because, to me, it shows how cats are loved and revered not just in ancient history, but even today. The thought of our cats waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge is a very comforting…
Manx Cat Myths, Legends and Lore
Manx cat myths have been repeated time and time again throughout the ages. This feline has been the subject of myth and folklore for a very long time. To learn more about the modern examples of this breed, visit my breed profile on the Manx cat . But for now, Lets look at some of the myths…
The Oriental Cat, an elegant, athletic people lover
Color The Oriental Cat generally shows in a solid color or tabby-patterned in a wide variety of colors. Approximately 300 various colors and patterns are recognized. This is true for both the shorthair and longhair varieties. The CFA allows Oriental Longhairs and Oriental Shorthairs to compete as divisions within a single breed. Longhair variety: Recently…
The Ocicat, a “spot on” choice for families
Color The Ocicat is a man made breed derived from a combination of Abyssinian, Siamese and the American Shorthair. Ocicats come in many colors and at least all those colors associated with the three foundation breeds: tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, blue silver, lavender silver, and fawn silver. Grooming…
The Norwegian Forest Cat, playful, smart and beautiful
Color The Norwegian Forest Cat is accepted by the CFA in every color and pattern (with the exception of those showing hybridization resulting in chocolate, Himalayan patterns, lavender/lilac, or these combinations with white). The color and pattern should be clear and distinct. In the case of the spotted, classic and mackerel tabbies, the pattern should…