Shorthair cat · spotted or marbled
Bengal
Bengals are active, curious cats with muscular bodies. They need safe places to climb and several short daily games with a toy attached to a wand or hidden food.
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Shorthair cat · spotted or marbled
Bengals are active, curious cats with muscular bodies. They need safe places to climb and several short daily games with a toy attached to a wand or hidden food.
Shorthair cat · Great Britain
British Shorthairs have a round face, a dense coat and a generally quiet temperament. They enjoy company but often prefer sitting beside their owners to curling up on a lap.
Semi-longhair cat · United States
The Maine Coon pairs a long, powerful frame with a full coat and bushy tail. Many stay playful and like to keep their people in sight around the home.
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