Posted on 09/05/2009 12:43:16 PM PDT by Slings and Arrows
In our "Top Dogs By City" story, readers sang the praises of their favorite breeds: "Our pitbull is amazing; I'll never own another breed," said Tiff. "Why isn't bassett hound on the list? You can't get a more lovable family dog than that!" argued Solomeeo.
Cats, on the other hand, don't get the same respect. Instead of being called out as loyal, lovable or clever, kitties are most often described as aloof and independent. But don't dismiss pedigree! Just as in dogs, breed can help determine a cat's personality. American shorthairs, for example, are affectionate; sphynxes are known mischief makers.
Established in 1906, the Cat Fanciers' Association culls an annual list of the most popular cat breeds based on kittens registered each year. Persians, the breed that took the top spot in 2008, have been the most registered breed for decades. The Exotic, who many describe as the lazy man's Persian, overtook the Maine coon to strut into the number two spot. And Oriental shorthairs, with a selection of over 750 colors and patterns, continue to lock in 10th place.
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They look enough like my Birman, PV, (RIP) that they could be descendants of his littermates. We had him neutered before we knew he was one of 200 in the US, and we mourned the fact that we had none of his offspring.
I still miss that ol’ geezer! He was such an absolute love, and such a smartie! *sigh* I would still have a descendant if I had known...
His hair never matted. I don’t know how that worked but he was a real low-maintenance critter. He weighed 22 pounds!
Awww! What a cutie!
Cats KNOW!!!
Why would you want to domesticate something from Peta? *gack*
How old was he when you lost him?
I wish that were the case. I keep momma and 3 siblings 1 was actually pretty nice, but she died. mamma and the other 2 pretty much act indifferent towards me, I am the food servant. the mamma cat has a real bad attitude anyway she doesnt like her babies that much, they are 4 years old now.
How old are your vixens?
He was 9. Young in cat years, but he had an inoperable brain tumor. :o[
He gave us so much pleasure, and he was one of the smartest cats I’ve ever had! NObody could put one over on him!
They're just picky eaters, that's all. : )
*kof-kof*
(Major hairball problem, here..)
The two young ones are very playful and get into all kinds of trouble. The older one, he’s 16+, is mellow and just wants to be hugged and kissed.
I always read your posts and replies and now is my opportunity to tell you that I am so proud of what you do. God Bless You. We need people like you.
They are too cute! I am so glad they are going to good homes.
We have always had Himalayans. Not long after we had our Melly put to sleep, the vet called to say she had a rescue Himalayan that she thought we might like.
Sammi is beautiful but she is NOT a Himmy, lol, she’s got white feet.
Me Ouch! You Ouch!
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They are precious, Allegra. Congrats.
Have a friend that has a Maine Coon. That is the happiest cat I have ever seen. Real close to humans. He smiles all of the time and will always come up and want to picked up and snuggled.
MALCOLM ones.
(Sorry, he read that and insisted.)
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