American Bobtail

These fun, playful, and bobtailed cats make excellent household pets and companions for those looking for a medium-sized cat.

Breed Overview

This medium-large size cat has a naturally occurring bobtail. These intelligent and alert cats originated in the 1960s in the United States. They are very friendly, fun, energetic but not overactive, and are very people-oriented cats. They are excellent with other household pets, children, and enjoy being around their families. They are ideal companions for singles with other pets, first time cat owners, and families with older children. These excellent companions like to be active around the home and require weekly coat brushing.

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Details & Traits
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Breed Characteristics

Grooming requirements:

1 = little grooming - 5 = much grooming

Energy level:

1 = low energy - 5 = high energy

Friendliness toward strangers:

1 = shy - 5 = very friendly

Ease of training:

1 = difficult - 5 = easy

Affection toward owners:

1 = independent - 5 = very affectionate

Breed Details & Traits

Body: Moderately long, substantial, semi-cobby
Coat: Medium short to semi-long, resilient

Breed Traits

Adaptable, Affectionate, Gentle,

Health Concerns

Common Health Concerns for American Bobtail:

Less Common Concerns for American Bobtail:

Dermatitis

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