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KURILIAN BOBTAIL

A RARE SHORT-TAILED BREED THAT THRIVES ON COMPANY AND AFFECTION

Place of origin Kuril Islands, This solidly handsome cat takes its name from the Kuril
North Pacific
Islands, an archipelago in the North Pacific, where it is thought
Date of origin 20th century
(modern breed) to have its origins. As both Russia and Japan have laid claim
to various of these islands, it is uncertain from which country
Breed registries FIFe, TICA
Weight range 7–10lb (3–4.5kg) the Kurilian Bobtail longhair really comes. The breed has been
Grooming popular on the Russian mainland since the 1950s, as has the
shorthaired version (p.111), but it is uncommon elsewhere and
particularly rare in the US. The Kurilian Bobtail adores family
Colors and patterns
Most solid colors, shades, life and can never get enough fuss and attention from its
and patterns, including tabby. owner, although it has a strong streak of independence.

Bright, oval
Body large gold eyes
but compact and
well proportioned
Prominent
whisker pads
Short tail is kinked

Medium-sized
ears wide Large,
at base rounded head

Silky, semi-long
Cobby body shape red-silver mackerel
tabby coat

Banding
on legs