Peter Gibson
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Can a Scottish Straight deliver the same round-faced charm without the folded-ear look?
Yes. The round-faced charm of a Scottish Straight is not diminished by the absence of folded ears; it is simply expressed differently. The breed standard for both variants specifies the same broad, ro…
Can two Munchkins turn hallway races into a tiny zoomie derby?
They will, but the physics are different from what you might expect. Munchkins don't accelerate in long strides like a Bengal; instead, they produce a rapid-fire patter of short steps, which actually …
Is a Devon Rex voice softer than an Oriental Shorthair's, or just less constant?
The distinction is more about pitch and intent than sheer volume. An Oriental Shorthair’s vocalization is typically higher-pitched and more nasal due to its longer, wedge-shaped head and larger ears, …
Why do Toygers look like tiny tigers but often act like social house buddies?
The short answer is that a Toyger is a domestic cat in a costume. The breed’s creator, Judy Sugden, selectively bred domestic shorthairs for bold, vertical stripes and a low-slung, tiger-like silhouet…
Can a Somali live in a smaller home if vertical space is excellent?
Yes, a Somali can thrive in a smaller home, provided the vertical space is genuinely excellent. Somalis are remarkably agile and inquisitive cats-they’re essentially acrobats with a coat. I’ve seen th…
Can an Abyssinian be trusted around open cupboards, or will curiosity always win?
I've installed childproof latches on every lower cabinet in my kitchen. My Abyssinian, Cleo, once opened a cupboard with her paw, climbed inside, and knocked over a bottle of olive oil. Curiosity isn'…
Why does the Cornish Rex coat feel so different from the Devon Rex wave?
Both mutations target different keratin proteins, so the structural difference is literally at the molecular level. I've owned both breeds, and the Cornish feels like fine suede because every hair is …