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Tristan: revealing his breeding

I’ve chosen this picture of Tristan, even though it’s a few weeks old now, because it makes clear what is increasingly evident as he grows and develops; some of what looks like stripes, are actually spots. Why is this important? … Continue reading

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Meet the Ocicat

If we have always wanted an ocelot, but realized a large, endangered, wild cat is more of a challenge than we can handle, the Ocicat is not just a substitute; they are an improvement. Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, … Continue reading

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Unbreeds: The Softball Headed Cat

Part of my breed posts are always a guide to finding such breeds as a mix in the shelter. We get hybrid vigor and the traits we want, in a lower cost alternative. But this isn’t always possible. Cat genetics … Continue reading

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