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Ragdoll?

AshleyC — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:34:30 GMT

Hi! I'm thinking of adopting a Ragdoll in the near future. Does anyone have one and what do you think of the Ragdoll behaviour? I've heard that they have more of doglike personality. Is this true?

What kind of cat should I get... what kind do you have?

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:08:33 GMT

Okay, let me introduce myself!

I am a very responsible teenage girl looking for a new kitten! My dad is the ~~problem~~ person who is debating with me why I should or should not get one. He is debating over if my brother will torture (or be tortured) by the little cat.

But... there is more. My grandmother has a cat and my brother is very gentle, careful and loving toward the cat. She used to run but now she ~~likes~~ stays when my brother comes (she really isn't very fond of visitors so...).

But of course a kitten would be different. A little more frantic, and smaller, so she would be more afraid of my bro. So some tips one getting them along, showing my bro how to play with a kitten and how to tell him when not to play with the cat.

Then we have a really old, slow, small/medium dog that really just lays there unless she poops or eats. *zzzz* of course I love her, just I am a total cat person.(You all should know!)

So what kind of breed of cat would be appropriate for my lifestyle?

Hypo-allergenic breeds

cat-lover83 — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:30:57 GMT

My Husband has allergies and we both would really like to have a cat (or maybe two) in our home. I know that the Devon Rex and Cornish Rex are better for people with allergies, but I will be quite honest, I like the more cuddly, furrier cats (I have always had a tabby, love the coat and features). My Husband and I were watching Animal Planet last night, Cats 101, and they were talking about the Oriental breed, which I think rank in cuteness factor with the Devon and Cornish (no offense to anyone who has one. I just like the more rounder face and features). I tried to look online for breeders of the Oriental and couldn't find prices. That is a major factor. I found a breeder with beautiful Siberian kittens (Gorgeous!!!) but they are $800 and that is not in our price range right now. Are there any other breeds that are similar to the Siberians or Tabbys in look that are good for allergy sufferers, aka hypo allergenic?

Climates and cats

Lilac — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 08:58:08 GMT

I know that wild cats live in climates that they are most comfortable in (longhaired in colder climates and shorthaired in warmer climates) but when choosing a cat for your pet does it matter what climate you live in if it will be an outdoor cat?

Ragdoll v. Snowshoe

merlockdl — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:00:27 GMT

Can anyone tell me, please, how I can tell if I have a Ragdoll or if I have a Snowshoe?? I have two males with intelligent, talkative and very loveable personalities. One follows me room-to-room more so than the other, but we're his third set of parents and he needs constant reassurance.

Both have white paws and underbellies, but Rocky has a 'bandit' face with the inverted V. Probie is younger by two years and still darkening up on his body, but his face has no white except for his lower lip. He also has the white paws and underbelly.

I've looked up many websites to get descriptions of each breed, and they both say pretty much the same thing about each other.

I appreciate all comments.

Diane

What is your favorite breed?

Russian Blue — Sat, 09 Sep 2006 08:58:56 GMT

Vote here for your favorite cat breed! If your favorite is not on here, please post your favorite! Happy Voting!

Siberian for allergic husband?

cat-lover83 — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:00:26 GMT

My husband and I love cats but he is allergic. It isn't severe where he can't breathe, but he gets itchy eyes and nose. I have heard that Siberians are a good choice for our situation. I have only ever adopted from a shelter when I was growing up, so getting from a breeder would be a new experience. Are there any reputable breeders in Wisconsin or Michigan that sell Siberian kittens? We can't afford a lot of money for the kitten, about $250-500 is our price range, though $500 is on the high end for us. Also, I know it will spark debate, but we would like to declaw since she would only be an indoor kitty. I know a lot of people have called it cruel, but I have had two cats in 21 years and have declawed them both and have lived long, happy, pampered lives. One breeders website (we would have considered getting from her but she was too far) said that they discourage it but would rather have that than homeless kitties and in my case we can't get one unless it is declawed. I would try to find a vet that did laser surgery instead of with the scalpel. Anyway, the kitty would have a very loving home with my husband and I. We both love cats and I would pamper and spoil her! I hope we can find one.

There is a Ragdoll breeder locally, but I am guessing that wouldn't help with the allergies, right?

What kind of cat is this??

Mhilda — Wed, 20 May 2009 13:21:14 GMT

I know she is most likely not pure bred -

This is KiKi, who is 1 1/2 years old. Her eyes are amber but sometimes look green.

Here is KiKi's back with the red spot on her shoulder and one can barely see the white on the tip of her tail. She has very soft silky fur (which seems to be one layer) and has a long straight nose. She loves to have her stomach rubbed.

Here is KiKi on her feet walking:

Here is KiKi's profile:

"What kind of cat is this?"

cee — Sun, 31 May 2009 22:01:41 GMT

This cat is sooo cute!
I know it may be hard to find out with this angle of view and all but if anyone has any sort of clue let me know XD.
(It's also very possible there aren't any in my area either but I'm really curious)

Sleepyhead cat.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WPQBrhdR4k&feature=related

Thanks for any help!

Cat Breeds

howdy25 — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:34:53 GMT

Hi.

What is the breed of my cat?

stanleyfan — Thu, 14 May 2009 14:36:01 GMT

I have had my cat just under 5 months, she is approximately 2 years old, she was a stray when we rescued her so we have no idea what breed she is. Me and my family think she is a Bengal cross but we are not 100% sure, if anybody could help we would be really grateful, thankyou x

Bombay Cat

Roxy1971 — Thu, 07 May 2009 09:51:13 GMT

I adopted a kitty through Petco and he is now 10 months. Solid black fur, solid black pads, copper eyes and walks like a panther - more agile than any cat I've ever had - incredible jumper. Amazing personality - carries toys in his mouth, likes water, and will walk with a harness and leash. He is also a polydactyl (six toes on front paws), which I know is a genetic fault - but makes him unique - thus his name Bear.

Any opinions? Here is a picture...

i really want to know this cats

amchale2010 — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 07:27:35 GMT

so my cat is a stray and we took it in
but i really want to know what kind he is
he is almost all white
he has little patches of grayish brown
he has blue eyes that are almost all white
the pupples are circular and dialate during the night
his tail is long and is layered with darker brown and white

he's very smart and likes to play
he gets agitated very esily
and likes to cuddle sometimes
over all i would say hes a really cool cat

please get back to me if you know
my email is mandy_kay_smilley@ezweb.ne.jp

Pixie Bob vs. American Bobtail?

DesertJewel — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:42:04 GMT

I'm curious, what's the difference between the American Bobtail and the Pixie Bob? They look exactly alike, and breeders always have both.

Domestic / American?

tommygirl — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:43:57 GMT

This is just out of pure curiousity, but what really is the difference between and American Shorthair and a Domestic Shorthair? I've seen tons of cat channel profiles and some people list their cats as Americans, when they really don't look any different than a domestic, there doesn't seem to be any distinguishing feature whatsoever. I'm not a cat breed expert though, so by all means correct me

Doll faced Persians

DesertJewel — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 10:44:45 GMT

I check up on a website called Cozy Kittens Cattery that breeds doll faced persians. They are sooooo much cuter, prettier, and healthier than the average pug faced persians. The pug faces have breathing problems and ring worm problems, while the doll faces have neither. Look up this website and see which one you like better.

www.cozykittens.com

Pros of being an outdoor cat

herekittykitty11 — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:38:54 GMT

Hi! Please give me some Pros of being an outdoor cat. These are the ones I have already thought of-

Pros-

1. It's fun

2. Can get regular excersice

3. Can keep rodent population around your home down.

4. Can interact with other cats

5. Can have less stress

6. Can have good behaivor

7. Give me some ideas

8. Give me some ideas

9. Give me some ideas

10. Give me some ideas

What breed is my cat?

chrish_1 — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:54:03 GMT

I've had my 3 year old male cat since he was a 2 months old. I never really gave much though to what breed he is until now, I know he's not a pure breed but Im curious to hear others opinions.

He's completely grey, and his fur is thick but short. Eyes are yellow most of the time, he's bigger than the average cat, with a stocky build.

personality wise he is lazy, quiet (unless its dinner time) and keeps to himself though is still affectionate. he likes to be petted and scratched, but not held. He doesn't like sitting on peoples laps, but likes being near you. For example if you leave a room he will follow you, and make himself comfortable a few metres away.

he's cautiously friendly to strangers. He is not aggressive but will half-heartedly swipe at you if you annoy him and nips my feet sometimes for fun.

My vet thinks he could be British short hair, but he's face isn't as flat as those guys. anyway I've uploaded some photos for people to assess. Thanks!

Polyductyl kittens. Who can help me to find GRAY female kitten?

lenuxa — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 18:40:13 GMT

Hello. I am relatively new to the cat's world and already became a cat lover, although all my life I was a dog person.

We had a cat for 2 years, she wasn't a pure bred, I think. She looked like a Russian Blue, all gray color, long hair and she had 6 toes on her front paws. I read a lot about polydactyl cats, and it seems, like they have a tendency to be much smaller in size and "furrier".

It happened a month ago, when she dissappeared... I posted flyers everywhere, ads on Craigs List, searched in shelters... It was a heartbreaking month.... I miss her so much... She was so smart, sweet, she kissed me in return...

I am not sure that it is a good idea, but I want to find a similar looking kitten.

If anyone will hear or know about kitten with 6 toes, would you please let me know...

Thank you so much.

does any one else have a manx

love my manx — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:16:00 GMT

I have heard Manx have a lot of health problems, but the one I have has been great.

Turkish Angora and particular behaviors

eagle3 — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:26:50 GMT

I was just curious to know whether anyone who owns a turkish angora or mixed turkish, can think of any behavoirs that stand out from their other cats if any. For example chewing on cords, any type of attention seeking behaviour, excessive meowing...

Persians

Rum Tum's Mom — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:53:42 GMT

Just wondering if anyone has a persian and what they are like? Are they cuddly or prefer to be alone etc...

I have found a part persian at the animal shelter! yippee

Another "what on earth is this cat?" thread

possumcat — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 09:59:16 GMT

Our cat Robby is this long, lean, solid little fellow who happens to be the oddest-looking cat we've ever owned. He has a wedge-shaped head, enormous almond eyes, big ears, big nose..long legs, kind of bowed looking, and very short, neat fur (no undercoat at all). His markings are stripes on top and spots on his tummy, and in between the stripes he's golden brown. He also has a different meow from our other cats; he's very friendly and talkative.

Does anyone have any guesses as to what he might have in his background?

What kind of Kitten

iluvmykitty — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:26:08 GMT

This isn't a picture of my kitten because I don't have any yet but she looks exactly like this kitten I know some about cat breeds but I don't exactly know what my kitten is I just want to know. That would be great.

Hairless Cats

Jhondy — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:12:27 GMT

I've been thinking about getting a hairless cat like the sphynx for awhile now. I find the cats to be amazingly odd. I mean they are cute and unique. I have two cats right now. One is just a mixed breed shorthair and the other is mixed breed longhair. I love them to death and would do anything and everything for them. I'm thinking about a hairless cat but I can't find much info on there temperment and how they deal with other cats. Also since this cat is hairless is there more expenses that go into the cat instead of other cats, i.e. grooming, vet bills, special diets? Any info will be great as it's just something I'm beginning to look into.

I am concerned for my friend.

tgainsbrough — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:38:31 GMT

They are planning just to go to a shelter and pick a breed. They are kinda the upper-middle class and have no pets so it seems they don't understand what mess is at least when I go to there house that's the impression (exception is my friend's room) my friend is a mess. Now he wants to by his parents a cat for his mom's birthday and I am not sure his parents even want a pet. Now he is in love with MY cats. And i have been trying to tell him that not all cats are like mine and not all cats should be played with roughly. (for some reason guessing because he is a boy he loves roughing up our feral cat Snapple. One time she scratched him and I just laughed and said see?) So anyways, I don't think he has the fundamentals of taking care of a cat. It seems they think it's all play and no work. I am actually afraid for what cat they get. Is there something i can tell me thick headed friend to get it to him that is like caring for a child? As well as if they do decided to get a cat is there advice I can give him for what cat to get? (I am planning on going with him I am afraid he is just going to get a kitten cause it's so cute and then not care for it when it's older.)

What's your cat's favorite cat toy?

Fran — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:09:27 GMT

There's a lot of cat toys your cat likes.Which is his favorite?

Trying to figure out what breed my 2 cats are?

Nermal — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 15:24:59 GMT

The first, her name is Fluffy (short for, Mrs. Fluffybutt). Why I named her this is obvious... she is the biggest fluffball I know. As you can see, she also has quite a sense of humor.

this is fluffy and my second cat, Kitti, on top of the fridge. I caught them in the middle of an intense love affair. Here you can see her body more clearly as well for ID purposes.

and finally, here she is lounging happily atop a speaker.

The next cat is named Kitti, he was my first cat and everyone naturally called him that so it stuck. For originality, i threw an I on the end. I've been told his eyes look siamese, and he is extremely muscular for a house cat. His face is full of expression, and after 2 years I can always tell what he's thinking just by looking at his face. I'd like to know if it is possible he is part siamese, or other type of exotic cat. It is hard to tell, I know, from these pictures, mostly because he squints when the flash goes off. Usually, his eyes are huge, wide and liquid.

here he is hugging a friend.

oh yeah - and here's another funny one just for kicks.

any info you can give will be helpful. Thanks!

witch place would you get a cat?

Domino the Cute — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 08:05:11 GMT

where would you preferebly get a cat or kitten?

Russian Blue worries.

Miasma — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:32:30 GMT

I have been looking for a Russian Blue (difficult buggers to find) because I have read with some people that if you have cat allergies these cats aren't as bad. I have some cat allergies but my sister has it worse so it is very difficult to find an agreeable breed.

I have asked people and read threads and I get the same response; unsure, don't know, maybe. I understand that even with shorter haired cats you could still be bothered by their mucous/saliva. I also read that female cats produce less allergens. I'm just getting desperate for answers because this is the only cat with fur I'd be allowed to get. I have been around a Siberian, however, and was not bothered at all by itchiness or having problems with my asthma. It was pretty nice considering it had long hair. I was surprised.
Sadly, I am not allowed a Siberian because my mother is worried about the long hairs/shedding. I turned to Russian Blues. I am okay with their personality, but I have friends in and out of my house and worry about its feelings (if it would be too irritating for this breed).
Then perhaps if I'm worried about it's personality then getting a mixed breed, domestic short hair and a Russian blue, might make chances for finding a kitten and having good traits. My mother is worried about this, too, because she thinks that it will bother everyone's allergies more if it's mixed. I am aware about genes, but I don't want to get my hopes thrown down.

What do you think I should do? Do you know anyone with Russian Blues that have allergies?
I am sorry for rambling. I am distressed about what my options are.
Any help would be appreciated! Thanks so much.

Is this a Manx?

Elistariel — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:20:08 GMT

Does this cat qualify as a manx, or is she just a "stray" with no tail?
As far as her personality, she's really sweet towards people and will follow them around. She picks fights with other cats though.

Russian Blue--selecting gender

Senior_Editor — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:19:26 GMT

Hello. I'm about to choose a Russian Blue kitten and, although I've had both male and female cats in the past, I'm wondering if with this breed, there's a certain advantage--personality-wise--to choosing one over the other. (Not for breeding purposes). Can anyone let me know their thoughts?

Thanks

breed? help!?

leeanngibson07 — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:52:50 GMT

this is my cat whopper he was given to us but we dont know what breed he is and i really want to know so if any one could help me out here that would be great! thanks a bunch

siamese prices

Victoria — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 07:50:51 GMT

Hi, I am looking into buying a Siamese kitten from a breeder and was wondering what some average prices might be for a 'pet' quality kitten.

Also any suggestions as to what to look for in a breeder would be appreciated.

Many thanks.

Victoria

A little help please?

special_kitty15 — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 13:11:26 GMT

Can someone please tell me what breed you think my cat is? Beamer is 4 almost 5 years old. Im pretty sure he might be a mixed breed, 1/2 "blah" and 1/2 "blah" or whatever. But I wanted ya'lls opinion on it. I think that he may have some tabby and/or persian in em'??? Thanks a whole bunch!!!
-§am

PS: I hope the photo I have is good enough, if not, please let me know.

What breeds were bred to get the ragdoll?

Princess Allura — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 12:14:29 GMT

Hello all:

This may sound like a strange question but I have a pure bred ragdoll and a friend calls her a Siamese ragdoll. She is a tortie point and has the bluest eyes you have ever seen. I know that one of the breeds that was used to develop this breed was the Siamese if I am not mistaken but I had someone ask me what the other breeds were not that this is all that important. I have a few books on the Ragdoll, but I moved in April of this year and am still looking for the books. I have done a great job of hiding them from myself. I just asked this question out of curiosity mor than anything else.

Michelle

Bombay?

Seri — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:50:16 GMT

I read the breed descriptions on the site and the way they describe Bombay, it sounds like any solid black cat would be a Bombay, is that true? How do I find out if my cat is a Bombay?

Looking for a breed.

Silvertip — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 20:40:44 GMT

I love cats but I'm not that experienced. I know they all have different personalitys but I'm looking for a breed that seems more for me. I like cats that talk and like to tell you of the day they had while you were at work, and will listen when you tell them off your day. Sometimes lap cats but most of the time will like to follow you and be involved in what you are doing. Can be calm and independant, and will like to snuggle with you when the sun is down and the night is cold. And, though he or she loves everyone, the cat loves to spend time with one specific person to bound with.

I know, I demand a lot Lol!

Cats that don't shed?

yunamag — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 01:43:21 GMT

I'm looking for a cat for my birthday that's four months away. I've heard a lot of places that usually longer haired cats don't shed as much as short hairs, but I'm not sure. I don't care if it's a mixed breed, male or female, but we have allergy issues in the house and while I'd take ANY cat (I've wanted one for three years now, since my dear Oreo went missing) my fiance is finicky because he doesn't really like cats. I'm as allergic as he is, but I know that every time I've had a cat, I get used to them quickly and have no issues after a week and a half with their hair and dander.
Anyway, he's allergic to the hair. So if I do get one, because I love the fiance too (^.-) I want to have a good chance of finding a kitty who doesn't shed much, if at all.

Is a Bengal a good companion for my Ragdoll?

Eli — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 12:57:00 GMT

Hi, we're thinkig of getting a new cat, and are interested in the exotic look of a Bengal or Savannah. I haven't been able to get as much information as I would like about their teperament and personalities. I'm specially interested in knowing if it would be a good companion for our Ragdoll Luka, who is our very spoiled baby that we love. Ragdolls are very loving and laid back, very sweet, not as agile....I'm not sure if they could make good friends.

Any Bengal or savannah owners that can help me out there?

Thanks,

I'm sorry, I'm new at this, and I think I posted the same question somewhere else.