Ragdoll cats were developed by Ann Baker in California in the 1960s. All purebred Ragdolls are born solid white. Their coloration begins to appear around two months old
Tabby cats have an M-shaped pattern visible on their forehead. They have striped coats that show the pattern on various body parts. There are six different types of tabby cats. Tabby cats can live from 8 to 20 years
Cats can be both cute and goofy, even in adulthood. Kittens are particularly adorable in pictures. Cats' expressions may have hidden meanings. Their facial structure resembles human babies
Created in Israel during 1990s by Dorris Polarschek. Combines wild and domestic cat genes. Has short, dense coat in ticked tabby, solid black, or bi-colored patterns. Always has green eyes
Breed claimed to be bobcat hybrids, but DNA testing failed to detect markers. Carol Ann Brewer started breeding program in 1986 with Pixie as foundation cat. Breed gained Championship status in 1998, initially classified as Native New Breed. Frank Ditto's 1999 patent application was rejected by US Patent Office
First documented Persian cats might have arrived in Italy from Khorasan around 1620. Breed gained recognition in North-West Europe since 19th century. Modern Persian cats are genetically related to Western European breeds