British Shorthair
United Kingdom · 19th century
Breeds
Breeds on Cats and Couches: Domestic shorthair and longhair, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Siamese, British Shorthair and Bengal.
Profiles
Domestic Shorthair
Worldwide (natural landrace) · Ancient times (domesticated ~7500 BC)
Norwegian Forest Cat
Norway · Ancient breed, documented in Norse...
Persian
Persia (modern-day Iran) · 17th century
Ragdoll
United States · 1960s
Siamese
Thailand · Documented by the 14th century
Sphynx
Canada · 1960s
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CatCon 2026 Returns to Pasadena with Expanded Feline Festival
The 11th annual CatCon, the world's largest cat culture event, takes place October 10-11 at the Pasadena Convention Center, featuring adoptions, art, and interactive experiences.
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First Documented Cases of Marfan Syndrome Found in Cats
Researchers have identified the first documented cases of Marfan syndrome in domestic cats, diagnosed in littermates Gary and Shaggy through genetic testing.
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Cat Density Linked to National Happiness in 93-Country Study
An international study finds countries with more pet cats per capita report higher happiness levels.
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Cats vocalize more to male owners during homecoming greetings
A new study finds cats meow and purr nearly twice as often to male caregivers in the first moments after they return home.
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University Cat Harold Becomes Campus Celebrity and Student Companion
A tabby cat named Harold, who roamed student halls at the University of Sheffield, provided companionship to a homesick student.
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Cats Near Dairy Farms Have High H5N1 Antibody Rates
A study shows 25% of cats near H5N1-infected California dairy farms have virus antibodies, indicating their potential role in spreading the disease.
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Jean Ralphio Leaves Tower on July 27
A feral cat named Jean Ralphio finally stepped down from his tower on July 27, 2023, in front of his owner, sparking a viral Instagram post that has amassed over 573K likes.
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Shy Rescue Cat Overlooked for Months in Shelter
A Domestic Shorthair named Teletubbie has spent over 120 days in a cattery, watching other cats get adopted while she remains unnoticed due to her quiet demeanor. Her story highlights the challenges shy cats face in finding forever homes.
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12 Cutest Cat Breeds That Will Steal Your Heart
Discover the top 12 cutest cat breeds that are sure to capture your heart with their adorable looks and charming personalities.
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Cat Bullies the 'Spare' and Won't Let Him Get Too Comfortable
A video shared by @thegoldenbreakfastclub shows an orange cat named Waffles' unusual relationship with the man he apparently never asked for.
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Human Brains Age Like Cats - New Study Debunks the 7-Year Rule
A recent study published in Biology Open has found that human brains age in ways similar to those of cats, challenging the long-held assumption that one human year equals seven cat years.