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Japanese Bobtail

Appearance

Origin

Temperament

Appearance

Origin

Temperament

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Japanese Bobtail

Appearance

Origin

Temperament

Appearance

Origin

Temperament

Japanese Bobtail

The Japanese Bobtail is a breed of domestic cat characterized by its short pom-pom-shaped tail. In its native country, Japan, the breed has been known for centuries and frequently appears in traditional folklore and art. In Japan, this breed is called Kazoku-neko, and the rare three-colored variation is called Mike-neko.

length

33-38

13-15

cminch

cm inch

hight

20-23

7.9-9.1

cminch

cm inch

weight

2.7-4.5

5.9-9.9

kglbs

kg lbs

life span

9-15 years

Size

Moderate

Country of Origin:

Japan

Fur Length:

Short , Long , Half-long

Breed origin:

Mutation of shortened tail

Recognized by: 4 registers

ACFA

CCCOFA

CCA-AFC

ACA

GCCF

LOOF

TSACC

CFSA

ACF

FIFE

WCF

NZCF

TICA

CFA

Appearance

The Japanese Bobtail is a medium-sized breed with a delicate and slender appearance. It has a triangular head and large, slightly slanted oval eyes that can be green, orange, blue, or multicolored. Its front legs are shorter than its hind legs. The fur of this breed is short, soft, and silky. The most popular color for female cats is tortoiseshell, while tricolor males are rare. The breed can also be completely white, black, red, black and white, red and white, or tortoiseshell. The original short-haired Japanese Bobtail has two-tone color patterns such as black and white, red and white, and tortoiseshell. There is also a longhair variety with a soft and silky medium to long coat that gradually lengthens towards the rump. A unique characteristic of the Japanese Bobtail is its tail stump, which it carries erect while moving and tucked when resting. The tail is made up of fused vertebrae, with the bony structure hidden by the ruffled and fairly long hairs that cover it.

Coat type

Eye colour

Fur colour

Body type

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Head shape

Tail

Coat type

Eye colour

Fur colour

Body type

Ears

Eyes shape

Fur length

Fur type

Head shape

Tail

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Origin

Japanese Bobtails are believed to have originated from domestic and feral populations of cats with kinked tails found in Southeast Asia and southern China. Similar cats can be seen in Japanese engravings dating back to the 12th century, where they are depicted with one paw raised as a symbol of greeting. The Americans were among the first, following the Japanese, to appreciate these unique and visually appealing cats with their distinctive short tails, leading to their breeding in the United States. The Japanese Bobtail breed was officially recognized as an independent breed in 1968 in Trenton, New Jersey, USA. The American Felinological Association provided official recognition to the Bobtail breed in 1976. Subsequently, the Japanese Bobtail gained recognition from various felinological organizations in the United States and Canada. In 1990, the breed was also recognized by FIFE, a major international cat registry organization.

Parent animals

African Wildcat

Breed origin

Mutation of shortened tail

Origin countries

Japan

Temperament

Japanese Bobtails are known for being very lively, agile, and active cats. They are sociable and loyal, often following their owners wherever they go. Due to their affectionate nature, they make great pets for children and communicate with people using soft chirpy noises. This breed is also highly intelligent and playful, always full of energy and mischief. Japanese Bobtails are particularly attracted to water and enjoy jumping in puddles or playing with splashes.

Behavior:

Friendly toward other pets

Friendly toward humans

Loyal to owner

Activity Level:

Very active

Keeping conditions

Diet preferences

Reproduction

Grooming

Common health issues

Diet preferences

Reproduction

Grooming

Common health issues

The Japanese Bobtail doesn't require a special diet. They should be fed a high-protein diet and have free access to fresh, clean water. This breed can be prone to obesity, so it is better to control their food intake and the amount of treats they receive.

Japanese Bobtails typically give birth to 3-7 kittens in a litter. It is worth noting that if a Japanese Bobtail were to mate with a long-tailed cat, all kittens in the litter would inherit the long tail trait.

Litter size

3-7 kittens

kittens

Japanese Bobtails are known for their cleanliness and can often be observed spending hours grooming themselves. To maintain the health of their coat, it is recommended to brush them a few times a week. Additionally, regular cleaning of their ears, trimming of their nails, and brushing of their teeth are essential tasks to prevent dental and gum issues.

Shedding

Seasonal

Grooming intencity

Easy to groom

The Japanese Bobtail is generally a healthy breed. However, as with all cats, it’s important to regularly take your pet to the veterinarian to ensure its health is maintained.