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The Japanese Bobtail is known as a Japanese symbol
of good luck when possessing the traditional three colors of black,
red, and white. It is a loving, playful cat that enjoys being with
the whole family. This breed requires little grooming and has a
soft, harmonious voice.
Japanese Bobtails are especially affectionate cats that enjoy living
with families. They are playful and good with children. The Japanese
Bobtail enjoys talking with its owner in its soft, melodious voice
that some characterize as "singing". Some say that this
breed enjoys having other cat companions, while others say that
it does not get along with other cats. This breed generally ignores
dogs, but is likely to be interested in other small pets, since
it is known as a good hunter. Some have been known for enjoying
the water. The Japanese Bobtail requires minimal grooming.
The main defining characteristic of the Japanese Bobtail is, of
course, its tail. The tail is 5-10 cm (2-4 inches) long and is curved,
angled, or kinked. It can be flexible or rigid. The fur covering
the tail is fluffy and thicker than the fur on the rest of the body,
creating a "pom-pom" appearance.
The body of the Japanese Bobtail is medium-sized, lean, and muscular.
The legs are slender, with the hind legs being longer than the front
legs. The paws are long, thin, and oval. The head forms a nearly
perfect equilateral triangle. The ears are large, wide-set, and
at right angles to the head. The eyes are oval shaped and wide-set
as well, and the nose is long. The coat is medium-length (or long
length for the long-haired Japanese Bobtail), and all color forms
are acceptable, except the Siamese and Abyssinian colors. However,
the favored color types include the following: black, red, and white
(Mi-Ke); black, red, and cream (tortoiseshell); black and white,
red and white, tortoiseshell and white; white; black; red. This
breed is one of the lighter breeds, weighing 6-9 pounds. The average
lifespan is 9-15 years.
This is an active breed that enjoys playing. It should be provided
with toys and play time with its owner. It can enjoy exercise indoors
or outdoors.
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