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The Pixie-bob<\/strong> is a remarkable breed of domestic cat, striking in its resemblance to a wild bobcat, yet possessing an astonishingly gentle and devoted nature. You can find out more about this fascinating breed on Tvaryny<\/a>. Despite their somewhat formidable appearance, these substantial pets can often be shy around strangers, preferring to seek refuge in cosy spots up high \u2013 perhaps on top of a wardrobe or fridge. Caring for a Pixie-bob doesn’t require extraordinary effort, involving standard hygiene routines, and their robust health generally doesn’t cause owners much concern. However, it’s worth noting that this “miniature bobcat” has yet to gain full recognition from all the world’s leading feline organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pixie-bob: A Brief Breed Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Origin:<\/strong> United States of America (Washington State)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time of Origin:<\/strong> 1980s<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recognition by Organisations:<\/strong> TICA (1995), ACFA (2005), CCA-AFC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lifespan:<\/strong> 13-15 years (sometimes longer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight:<\/strong> Females: 3-6 kg, Males: 5-10 kg (sometimes more)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coat Type:<\/strong> Shorthaired and longhaired varieties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colour:<\/strong> Only spotted tabby (brown spotted tabby) in various shades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Detailed History of the Pixie-bob’s Origin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The history of the Pixie-bob breed is shrouded in legend but has a very specific beginning. It all started in 1985 in Washington State, USA, when Carol Ann Brewer acquired an unusual cat with a short tail and polydactyly (extra toes) from a couple who had found him as a kitten near the Cascade Mountains. This cat, named Keba, had a wild appearance. In 1986, Carol rescued another cat, very large, with a short tail, whom she named Maggie. Maggie later had kittens with Keba. One of these kittens, a female named Pixie<\/strong> (meaning “elf” or “fairy”), had a distinctive bobcat-like appearance and became the foundation for the new breed. It was her name that gave the breed its title \u2013 Pixie-bob.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carol Brewer was captivated by the “wild” look of these cats and decided to establish a breeding programme to solidify their unique traits. She developed a breed standard based on Pixie’s appearance. Initially, there was a legend that Pixie-bobs were the result of natural crossbreeding between domestic cats and the North American Bobcat. This legend boosted the breed’s popularity, lending it an air of mystery and wildness. However, genetic tests have repeatedly disproven this theory<\/strong>, showing that Pixie-bobs are entirely domestic cats with no recent wild ancestors. Their resemblance to bobcats is the result of careful selective breeding for physical characteristics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1993, Carol Brewer approached The International Cat Association (TICA) for breed recognition. In 1994, the Pixie-bob was granted “Exhibition New Breed and Color” status, and by 1995, it was accepted into the “New Breed and Color” category. The breed received full championship recognition from TICA in 1998. Subsequently, the Pixie-bob was recognised by other organisations, such as the American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) in 2005.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Pixie-bobs remain a relatively rare but beloved breed, prized for their unique appearance and wonderful temperament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does a Pixie-bob Cat Look Like: Standard and Physical Traits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Pixie-bob is a large and muscular cat, giving the impression of a wild woodland creature. Its appearance is a key feature of the breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n