Cat Articles

Cat articles and pages covering a range of feline and pet owner related topics.

Cat Facts

The Cat Fact Sheet | Things to Know about Felines

A cat fact sheet with some tidbits I've collected from various sources.

Cat Facts | Interesting Bits About Bites, Fur, and Crazy Felines

Here are some cat facts to amuse, entertain, and educate. I hope you enjoy what I've put together.

More Cat Facts

More cat facts for you and your cat to enjoy. If you find yourself reading these to your cat, it's time to do a reality check.

Domestic Cat Fact Sheet | More Info on Felines

A domestic cat fact sheet for you to chew on. We discuss hybrids, pedigrees, cat fleas, and more.

Fun Facts About Cats

I've pulled together a few fun cat facts, including an amazing story about Cassie the kitten and her unlikely friendship with Moe the Crow.

Kitten Facts

Kind of like cat facts, only smaller and higher pitched.

Interesting Cat Fact Guide - Learn About the Fascinating Feline

The original interesting cat fact guide is a collection of interesting cat fact sheets, including feline health, feline behavior, cat anatomy, trivia, and anything else I can think of!

Big Cat Fact Sheet | Things You Might Not Know about the Great Cats

This big cat fact sheet is a continuation of my quest to bring you up to speed on interesting factoids about felines. Here, we take a look at the great cats.

Kitten Facts

Kind of like cat facts, only smaller and higher pitched.

Myths About Cats | Tales About Tails and Babies

Here are some persisting myths about cats. Some of these have a long history of hundreds of years, while others are quite new.

Why Do Cats Purr?

Why do cats purr? This is a question that has been asked by scientists and lay persons alike. New evidence may suggest that purring is a survival technique.

Cat Breeds

Cat Breeds | A Guide for Cat Lovers

Many cat breeds have been developed over the years, as people try to shape the personality, looks, and physical resilience of the amazing creature known as the cat.

Affectionate Cat Breeds | 8 Top Cats

There are a number of affectionate cat breeds that are worth a good look. Be warned that these are people oriented cats, and therefore will normally need a lot of attention.

Cat Breed Facts

Here is a collection of cat breed facts to chew on.

Different Cat Breeds | How to Choose from the Variety

There are many different cat breeds, each with their own set of unique qualities. Here are some considerations when deciding on the ideal breed for you.

Cat Fancy | Appreciating the Feline

Cat fancy refers to the appreciation, promotion, and/or breeding of pet or domestic animals.

The Largest Domestic Cat Breed | Big But Friendly House Cats

The largest domestic cat breed is a subject of some debate. The debate stems partly from how we define size, and partly from the fact that breeds have size ranges that overlap.

The Abyssinian Cat Breed... An Affectionate and Devoted Cat

The Abyssinian cat, a Championship Class breed, is an affectionate, intelligent, and playful companion cat.

The American Bobtail... Wild Look, Friendly Cat

The American Bobtail is a newer, relatively small, friendly breed, with a very short tail.

The American Curl... A Quiet, and Physically Unique Cat Breed

The American Curl cat breed developed from a stray cat into a CFA Championship Class breed. Relatively small and with unique looking ears, these cats are a good choice for people who work long hours.

The American Shorthair... More Than Just an Alley Cat

The American Shorthair is a large, generally healthy cat breed descended from the European Shorthair. They tend to be mild mannered couch dwellers, but also can be excellent mousers.

The American Wirehair Cat Breed... A Good Cat for the Family

The American Wirehair cat breed started out as a barn cat. They are sociable, and affectionate toward their people. While CFA Championship Class status has been won, there are coat inconsistencies.

The Balinese Cat Breed... Elegant but Fun Loving

The Balinese is a graceful, but friendly and fun loving cat breed. An active cat, the Balinese is talkative, just like its Siamese cousin.

The Birman Cat Breed... Curious and Playful, but Laid Back

The Birman cat breed is considered sacred by some, but is happy being a house cat. They are somewhat playful and affectionate, but more laid back than their Siamese cousins.

The Bombay Cat Breed... A Miniature Wild Panther

The Bombay is a wild looking, but very smart and trainable cat. As a very friendly and sociable cat, Bombays get along well with people and other animals.

The British Shorthair... Laid Back, but Not Cuddly

The British Shorthair is an undemanding, low maintenance, independent cat. They are excellent hunters, with a tendency to be large in size.

The Burmese Cat... A Quieter Cousin to the Siamese

The Burmese cat breed is related to the Siamese, but more quiet and a little less active.

The Chartreux Cat Breed... A Sweet, Interactive, Quick Learner

The Chartreux cat breed tends to be dog-like in its love for people. Perhaps a bit odd looking, they are intelligent and thrive on attention.

The Colorpoint Shorthair Cat Breed... Active and Allergy Friendly

The Colorpoint Shorthair cat breed is sociable, active, and allergy friendly. They tend to be very healthy and thrive on attention, all of which makes them excellent family pets.

The Cornish Rex... A Sociable and Very Active Cat Breed

The funny looking Cornish Rex is a fun loving perpetual kitten who loves to learn new tricks. They are also one of the few cats considered allergy friendly.

The Devon Rex... A Mischievous Little Monkey of a Cat

The Devon Rex is a small in size cat breed with big thoughts of playful antics on its mind. These little devils are adorable lap cats with an attitude.

The Egyptian Mau... The Oldest Cat Breed?

The Egyptian Mau, closely related to the African Wild Cat, may just be the oldest domestic cat breed. Wild looking, but very sweet and friendly, the Egyptian Mau is the perfect cat.

The European Burmese Cat Breed... Craves Attention from People and Other Cats

The European Burmese cat breed is a cross between the American Burmese and the Siamese cat. This resulted in a cat that was distinct enough in color and features to be a different breed altogether.

The Exotic Cat Breed... The Lazy Man's Persian

Think of the gentle Exotic cat breed as a lower maintenance Persian, with shorter hair.

The Foreign White Cat Breed

The Foreign White cat breed is essentially a white colored unpointed variant of the Siamese.

The Havana Brown... Small Size, Mighty Personality

With a playful and dog-like personality, the Havana Brown is a perfect companion for those who can give them the attention they need. Although on the small side, these little gremlins have big hearts.

Japanese Bobtail... A Rare, Active, Family Loving Cat

The Japanese Bobtail may just be the perfect cat for you, if you can find one. This rare and beautiful cat is playful, gets along with other cats, and loves families.

The Javanese Cat Breed... A Talkative Lap Cat

The Javanese cat breed has a graceful Siamese build and a wonderful personality. A very muscular body is hidden by a deceptively fluffy coat.

The Koret Cat Breed... Striking Looks, Attitude, and Lucky Too

The Koret cat breed has a long history of being good luck. They also have keen senses, striking looks in coat and eye color, and an attitude to go along with it.

The La Perm Cat Breed... Unique and Intelligent

The La Perm Cat Breed has an unusual looking wavy coat, giving it a unique appearance. This breed is also affectionate and intelligent, and with barn cat ancestry, has excellent mousing capabilities.

The Maine Coon Cat... An Intelligent and Popular Breed

The Maine Coon cat breed is not only popular, but intelligent, versatile, and hardy. An excellent hunter, this cat also gets along well with children and other animals.

The Manx Cat Breed... A Quiet, Tailless, Bunny Hopping Cat

The Manx cat breed is a generally quiet, yet playful cat. They are said to be almost dog-like, and even bury their toys. They can be taught to come when called, or play fetch.

The Norwegian Forest Cat... A Quiet, Gentle Warrior

The Norwegian Forest Cat is has a big, but beautiful and graceful appearance, with a hint of the wild look. Content to be alone, but very devoted, the Norwegian is a dignified animal companion.

The Wild Looking Ocicat... An Intelligent and People Oriented Cat Breed

The Ocicat looks wild, but actually is very sweet natured and playful. They enjoy human company, as well as the company of other cats.

The Persian Cat Breed... Familiar Face, Friendly Cat

The Persian cat is easily recognized by both its pushed in nose, and its thick, long coat. Cat fanciers know this longhair cat by its quiet, gentle, and loving nature as well.

Pixie Bob Cats | When Wild Cats Become Loving Pets

A breeder sent me information on Pixie Bob Cats, and I thought I'd share some of it with you. Pixie Bobs, from what I can gather, are definitely an interesting breed, and worth considering as a pet.

The Lovable Ragamuffin Cat Breed... The Perfect Family Cat?

The ragamuffin cat breed is a large, lovable breed that is very tolerant of children and other pets. They have a long, silky coat requiring minimal grooming, and tend to be overweight.

The Ragdoll Cat... Sweet Natured and Furniture Friendly

The Ragdoll cat breed is large and muscular, but oh so gentle and friendly. These cats love to spend time with their people and will often greet them at the door.

The Siamese Cat... Intelligent and Devoted, There Are No Finer Cat!

The Siamese cat breed has a devoted following, and they make devoted pets. These loving creatures talk a lot, crave attention and give back much to their chosen families.

Siamese Cat Videos

As these videos show, these cats are stars of the show, and big talkers.

The Singapura Cat Breed... Small, But Packed Full Of Personality

The Singapura cat breed is physically one of the smallest. But they more than make up for their size with their playful and affectionate ways, as well as their strong will.

The Somali Cat Breed... Striking Looks and Playful Intelligence

The Somali cat breed, also known as the Longhair Abyssinian, is very playful and intelligent. This is a striking looking cat, and can easily be trained.

The Sphynx Cat... The Rarest and Most Unusual Cat Breed

The Sphynx cat is an odd looking, muscular, almost hairless cat breed with a fun loving nature. They are very attached to their owners and like to spend a lot of time with their families.

The Tonkinese Cat Breed... Not Siamese, Not Burmese, Just Right

The Tonkinese cat breed may be just the perfect combination of the best of two other great breeds. If you like an attention loving and playful cat, one or two of these beauties may be just right.

The Turkish Angora... An Ancient, Beautiful, Intelligent, and Playful Cat Breed

One of the oldest cat breeds, the Turkish Angora originated sometime during the fourteen hundreds in Turkey. They are beautiful cats, and intelligent and interactive as well.

The Turkish Van Cat... A Rare, Independent Cat Breed

The Turkish Van is a longhair cat breed with a bushy tail, that is surprisingly low maintenance. Vans love water, and will often take a swim in a pool.