Top 10 Strangest Cat Breeds

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In today's video, we're going to talk about the Top 10 Strangest Cat Breeds.


Before making a decision, it is important to do your research for a number of reasons such as preventing funding of irresponsible breeding, health issues breeds might be known for, and making sure the breed you choose will match your lifestyle. Here are the Top 10 Strangest Cat Breeds.


1. Pixie-Bob.

It is rumored that the Pixie-bob cat breed is a result of a bobcat mating with a barn cat. However, even though this cat looks wild, DNA testing has shown no scientific evidence that this is true. It is more likely that it was selectively bred to look like an American Bobcat. Owners of this breed often describe it as "dog-like" due to its liveliness, leash trainability, and some even learn to play fetch!

Although some Pixie-bobs can be born with tails varying from short stubs to full length, you should be aware of the health conditions that can affect cats with shortened tails. Like the Manx breed that often suffers from a very serious condition known as Manx Syndrome, Pixie-bobs can also be susceptible to spinal issues that are caused by the deformities at the end of their spines. This really makes you consider if this is an example of unethical breeding and question if you want to be part of that by buying a breed like the Pixie-bob.

Pixie-bobs are also often known to be polydactyl, having more than the normal amount of toes. While this is not usually a serious issue, it may mean more grooming maintenance by their owners.


2. Peterbald.

Peterbalds hail from Russia and were originally called "Don Sphinx" after the city where the first Peterbald was born, "Rostov on Don". While one in four kittens of Peterbald are born without hair, their littermates are born with hair. Some retain their fur and some lose it, and the genetics for why this happens is still not fully understood today! Kittens who do manage to keep their coats have extremely short velvety fur.

Peterbalds are described as elegant, intelligent, and aggressively affectionate. The Peterbald is a hairless cat who has a reputation as being exceptionally loyal to the humans in their life. This is a breed that will want to be around you and your family all the time


3. Scottish Fold.

There is nothing a Scottish Fold–named for their folded ears–likes better than to be with their people, participating in whatever they are doing. These cats are sensitive, expressive, and active. They love to play and are not the best cats to leave home alone.

Scottish Folds are originally from Scotland and were first bred in the 1960s. They are most known for their ears which bend forward and give them a cute, owl-like appearance. This is caused by a deformity of the cartilage which is unable to support and hold the ears up. These genetic mutations, which affect all cartilage in the body, can develop into incurable and painful diseases like arthritis. The UK's pedigree cat registry, known as the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy, stopped registering Scottish Folds over concerns for the breed's health issues.


4. LaPerm.

This breed can be traced back to an Oregon barn kitten born in 1982. The kitten, named "Curly," was apparently born hairless and only developed fine curly hair after eight weeks. After a decade of allowing the mutation to be passed on to generations and an increase in instances did the owner realize how special this mutation was. After some selective breeding, the owner entered the breed into a show and named it "LaPerm" which means wavy or rippled.

The breed comes in all colors and patterns but red, calico, and tabby variations are most common. LaPerms are known to have playful and affectionate personalities. It sounds like they are your normal friendly domestic house cat with cute permed hairdos. As long as it is socialized as a kitten you can expect it to do well with other cats and children, as long as the kids treat it with respect.


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