The American Bobtail is an uncommon breed of domestic cat which was developed in the late 1960s. It is most notable for its stubby "bobbed" tail about one-third to one-half the length of a normal cat's tail. This is the result of a cat body type genetic mutation affecting the tail development, similar to that of a Manx cat.
American Bobtails are a very sturdy breed, with both short- and long-haired coats. Their coat is shaggy rather than dense or fluffy. They can have any color of eyes and coat, with a strong emphasis on the "wild" tabby appearance in show animals. and the American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA). The breed is technically also sanctioned in the Cat Aficionado Association (CAA) of China, by virtue of the CAA having adopted all of ACFA's breed standards; it is unknown if any specimens are actually in China. The breed is "recognized" (as existing), as both American Bobtail Longhair and American Bobtail Shorthair, in the Germany-based World Cat Federation (WCF), but is not "accepted" for competition
Appearance
American Bobtails require two to three years to develop, slower than many domestic cat breeds. According to some sources, the American Bobtail is among the most "dog-like" of any cat breed, boldly greeting visitors to the home and never shying away from a potential opportunity to play, hunt or socialize. They have also been called miniature "ocelots", at least in terms of their climbing abilities, and enjoy exploring, jumping, and stalking birds and small animals. It readily comes to humans and other cats and animals for affection, including dogs.
References
External links
- American Bobtail Cat Breed full Profile
- American Bobtail Cat Videos
- American Bobtail Guide