 Japanese
Bobtail Cat
The Japanese Bobtail is a naturally
occuring breed that has existed in Japan for at least a thousand years.
It is distinguished by its naturally short tail, which can resemble a rabbit's
tail. No two tails are ever alike. However, the tail should not be handled
roughly and no attempt should be made to "straighten" it. The kinks and
curves are a natural part of the tail.
The most commonly seen Japanese
Bobtail pattern is the tri-color, or mi-ke (white with red and black) good-luck
pattern, but other colors and patterns are also accepted.
The Japanese Bobtail were
first imported to the United States in 1968, and was accepted for championship
status in CFA in 1976 in the shorthaired type only. Longhaired Bobtails
gained the same recognition in CFA seventeen years later.
This breed is recognized
in both shorthaired and semi-longhaired varieties. Their coats are silky
and need minimal grooming.
The Japanese Bobtail is an
outgoing, friendly, active cat. They are intelligent and talkative, even
entering into entire conversations with "their" people. Although they like
to talk, they are not noisy and do not have loud voices, though they may
make an amazing range of sounds.
Associations: The Japanese
Bobtail is recognized by all North American registries and by FIFe. FIFe
only accepts the shorthaired variety.
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