The Burmese cat is a sleek, social breed known for its satin-like coat, muscular build and deeply people-oriented personality ...

Humans have undoubtedly bred cats to create certain breeds, but did any of these feline breeds emerge naturally?

Despite living alongside house cats for more than 2,000 years, Scottish wildcats ignored the felines as potential breeding partners for centuries. But in just the last 70 or so years, the two groups ...

Efforts to protect the Van cat, a rare breed known for its affectionate nature, silky white fur and distinctive eye colors, ...

Turkish Van cats are a unique, playful breed originating in a remote part of Turkey. They’re sometimes called “the swimming cat” because of how much they enjoy water. These cats are delightful, ...

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Finding the right kitty that complements your personality and lifestyle can be tricky. Cats are particular creatures with distinct personalities, temperaments, and looks. No two cats are alike, since ...

Cats do not have perfect genes—our furry feline pals can inherit devastating genetic diseases. Key disease-causing versions of genes have been discovered with the rise of cat genome sequencing. And ...