About The Pixie Bob Cat Breeds
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The prospect of a new kitten is always exciting. Kittens are all so cute that it might be difficult to choose from the many cat breeds available. Of course, there are the standard Persians and Siamese, but what if you want something with a more exotic look? You could choose the Abyssinian, with its sleek cougar-like similarities, or you could look at the Pixie Bob.
Never heard of a Pixie Bob? The Pixie Bob is a relatively new breed that first came into existence in the Northwestern United States. Legend has it that the first Pixie Bob was the result of a mating between a feral cat and a bobcat. This may or may not be true. DNA tests done on Pixie Bobs have yet to show any bloodline going back to the wild cat. The Pixie Bob is bred to look like its wild cousin, the Bobcat. If you want a cat with a laid-back personality, then this cat is for you. Pixie Bobs have a reputation as acting like dogs more than cats at times. They love to play fetch, play in water, and follow you all over the house like a puppy.
The Pixie Bob is a medium to large cat that some have described as "big boned". They have spotted markings and black tufts on their ears. Their tails are either short or full length. If you're planning on showing your Pixie Bob, make sure that the breeder hasn't had the tail docked (cut). A docked tail is not acceptable in the show ring. Pixie Bobs also have huge paws that are "straight toed" or "poly toed". A Pixie Bob with straight toes has paws with the usual number of toes on it (five in the front and four in the back). A poly-toed Pixie Bob will have more than the usual number of toes, maybe six on the front paws instead of five. Unlike most cats, Pixie Bobs take three years to reach maturity as opposed to the usual one year. The males can reach 22 pounds and the females top out at 16 pounds.
If you are looking for a Pixie Bob, you can expect to sign a contract for the protection of the cattery, the kitten, and you. A contract outlines what the cattery will be responsible for (such as a 72-hour guarantee on the health of the kitten and what records the cattery's veterinarian will provide), refunds, replacements, and expenses. The contract will also inform you of the buyer's responsibilities once the kitten leaves the possession of the cattery. Some other things you can expect to find on the contract are holding fees (if you request that a specific kitten be held for you), a promise from you to give the kitten a good home and reasonable care, and advertising rights (the cattery might want to use photos of your kitten for future promotions).
The internet is a rich source for finding Pixie Bob catteries. A good place to start is the Legend Tales Pixie Bobs, or Pixie Bobs web sites. Both of these catteries are located in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. They offer kittens and adults for sale and are open to the public for visitation.
Good luck using this information and thanks for reading.
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Before you think of bathing, give your cat a good brushing. Use a soft brush or grooming glove for short haired felines. For cats with longer fur, use a wide-toothed comb. Don't brush too hard. Cats don't have very thick skin like their wild cousins, the big cats. Brush out any tangles and check the cat over for any sores or abscesses. Clean the cat's ears and trim its nails. If your cat starts to get a little antsy, take everything in stages. Start with one task, then put the cat down and come back to the next task later.
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