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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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Meet the Tonkinese

The Tonkinese came about as a result of deliberate inter-breeding in the 1960′s, the goal being a “best of both worlds” between Siamese and Burmese. Simultaneous efforts in the US and Canada, and a mid-80′s move to breed only within … Continue reading

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Meet the Norwegian Forest Cat

Enjoy the cat of the Vikings! About 4,000 years ago these cats came out of the Scandinavian forests to hang with the humans, and it’s no surprise that both sides feel special about it. “Wegie” (rhymes with “squeegee”) is their … Continue reading

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