Articles related to "Cats History"

In part one of this ITV two-part documentary the British Actress takes the viewer on a feline journey, from ancient Egypt to modern Tokyo.

Cats have made the journey from wild felines to beloved domestic pets, and have been both worshipped and reviled at various times along the way.

Learn more about the Abyssinian, affectionately called the Aby, an ancient and wild-looking cat that places 5th on the most popular breed of cat list.

The beautiful and lovable Birman is 7th on the list of most popular cat breeds. If you love a constant companion, the Birman might be the cat for you!

For hundreds of years, many people believed that cats were evil, and that they were used for the purposes of black magic. Here are a few examples of those myths.

Learn more about the Exotic, affectionately termed the Lazy Man's Persian, 3rd on the most popular breeds of cat list.

The Oriental isn't a specific breed of cat, but rather a group of cats with the shape of the Siamese and an incredible array of color patterns.

A brief overview of the domestic polydactyl cat.

Sixth most popular breed of cat, Ragdolls are a large, easy to care for, placid feline with a non-aggressive personality.

One of the most ancient of cat breeds and 4th on the most popular breeds of cat, the Siamese is best known for its inquisitive nature.

The Tonkinese breed has its controversies as well as its fans, who are obviously the majority since this breed places in the Top 10!

American bred, the Bobtail is sure to win you over and become a true companion to your family. And who can resist that adorable tail?

The American Curl may very well be on the Top 10 list of favorite breeds before we know it. Their adorable ears and fantastic personality make them simply irresistible!

Ninth on the list of most popular feline breeds, the American Shorthair is sure to win your heart with their sweet expression and complete devotion!

Best known for its wiry, springy fur, the American Wirehair is also treasured for its loving temperament.

Though once venerated, cats have not always been appreciated. Indeed, their history portrays one of majesty, downfall, victimization and superstition.

Among the oldest breeds recognized by the Cat Fanciers' Association, the French Chartreux (pronounced Shar-TROO) was once valued more for its pelt than its personality.

Cats were welcomed into ancient Egyptian households for their rodent catching abilities, and were also incorporated into the Egyptian pantheon of deities.

The Maine Coon is the only truly native American cat. But its origins are lost in myth and legend. A Maine Coon owner tries to separate fact from fiction.

The Nebelung is a shy, intelligent, longhaired cat with silvery, blue-gray fur and a quiet, undemanding temperament.

Both self-selection among cats and human selection for particular feline traits have played a role in preserving kittenish qualities in adult felines.

Now one of the top 10 most popular cat breeds, the American Shorthair did not receive full recognition until the 1960s.

Gregarious, affectionate, and mischievous, Tonkinese cats provide the best of both worlds: Siamese intelligence combined with the laid-back Burmese temperament.

During medieval times, superstitious beliefs about witchcraft led to the killing of large numbers of cats, which allowed the Bubonic Plague to spread unchecked.

If you've always wanted a black panther in your home, as did Nikki Horner who created the breed, read all about the Bombay, as social and friendly as they are beautiful!

Black cats are often the subject of abuse during the Halloween season. This stems from historical views that black cats are bad luck and associated with witches.

The Bengal is a beautiful spotted or marbled cat that was developed through cross-breeding wild Asian Leopard Cats with domestic tomcats.

Halloween lore and religious persecution have cast a long shadow over feline history, and superstitions surrounding black cats persist to this day.

The Russian Blue is a green-eyed, elegant cat with silvery blue-gray fur and a shy, affectionate, undemanding temperament.