Japanese Bobtail Cat

    • Native to Southeast Asia and Japan
    • Adult Females weigh 5-7 pounds
    • Adult Males weigh 7-10 pounds
    • Symbol of good luck in Japan
    • First imported to the US in 1968Planet Pets: Japanese Bobtail
    • Bred in both short hair and long hair varieties
  • The Japanese Bobtail is a domestic cat with a short, bobbed tail similar to that of a rabbit, a unique personality and deep roots in Japanese culture.
  • Characteristics

    The Bobtail's tuft of a tail isn't its only distinctive attribute. Its color pattern resembles those of Turkish Van, with a mostly snow-white coat and patches of color at the tail and crown. Its personality includes certain traits that are rare in cats, including a penchant for playing fetch, and a tolerance for travelCat Fanciers' Association: Breed Profile: Japanese Bobtail (which most cats dread).
  • In Art and Culture

    The Japanese bobtail has been depicted in Japanese art for centuries, including in murals on of the walls of Tokyo's 17th century Gotokuji Temple.Cats & Kittens: Japanese Bobtails Bring Good Luck and Elegance Japanese restaurants around the world keep a statue of Maneki Neko, a Japanese Bobtail from folklore, usually depicted with one paw raised.
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