Breeds of cats and cats of tiger color and their content

Tiger cats, or, more simply, striped, are especially popular. This is a natural pattern for wild cats: European Forest, Pallas, Reed. This feature is fixed in some domestic breeds. We will tell in more detail what varieties of “minke whales” exist and what are the features of caring for them.

Striped cats can have different patterns and patterns, as well as different shades of wool. Some wear tiger-like fur coats, others have leopard coats, while others have a mixed pile. Some species of tiger cats have remained to live in the wild, but the main part has long been domesticated. There are also artificially created breeds that are quite expensive. To begin with, we will tell in a few words about wild animals, which are the ancestors of the domestic purr.

There are three main subspecies of a wild cat with a striped color:

• northern tiger, which originally lived in Brazil, Venezuela;
• southern tiger, its main habitat is Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay;
• leopard spotted found mainly in Western Venezuela and Ecuador.

Some lovers of exotic animals try to start houses of such wild cats as serval, ocelot, but oncilla possesses the most unusual appearance. And this is not surprising, because unlike other cats, she does not have 38 chromosomes, but 36. She loves active nightlife, and during the day she tries to sit out on elevated surfaces, from where you can assess the situation and keep it under control. In a word, you cannot grow a cute hand-made fluff from oncilla, and you should keep it in a spacious enclosure.

As pets, domesticated and bred animals are much more suitable.

Consider the types and breeds of tiger cats that take root well in the house.

These rather large individuals, depending on gender, weigh 5-7 kg, have a muscular body, a long muzzle with a large nose, and also quite small ears. The color of toygers is as similar to tiger. According to experts, their six are hypoallergenic. They are very attached to the owners, love children and other animals and try to communicate with family members as much as possible, but in response to aggression they can fend for themselves. Toigers molt a little, therefore they do not leave hairs on clothes, it is quite simple sometimes to comb their hair for aesthetic purposes.

Their hind legs are slightly larger than their front, so these cats look like leopards. Unlike toygers, not only stripes, but also patterns can be on their wool. The fur is golden, chocolate or transitional, the pads on the paws and the tip of the tail is black. The average weight of Bengal cats is 5-7 kg.

These are called affectionate animals of medium size brown colors in different shades, from beige to chocolate. Moreover, their hair and body are decorated with black spots, which serves as a hallmark of the breed. They feel bad in the cold, so they like to stay at home. Such cats have an increased sensitivity, may experience problems with the nervous system and even cramps.

Cats of this breed have an elongated graceful body, love games very much, so you should stock up on accessories for entertaining such active animals. Despite such a lively disposition, sociability and a love of hunting, they are often susceptible to disease. These are large luxurious animals with an elongated, thin body, a little disproportionate.

It is considered the most expensive breed. Such a cat is affectionate and gentle, does not fade, does not cause allergies. Representatives of the Asher breed are rare animals, only about 100 kittens a year are born. They grow up in large individuals who need expensive care.

A distinctive feature is the large, widely set eyes, which even in some animals are multi-colored. Ears are rounded or with small tassels. This cat does not have a graceful long body of a Bengal or Mau, but its developed torso and powerful strong legs cause no less admiration for the owners. Longevity among cats - lives from 15 to 20 years.

Today, this breed is bypassed in popularity by many others, since its representatives have a truly unusual appearance and are like dachshunds. It is officially approved relatively recently, in 1991. At any age, the Manchkins retain a cheerful disposition and love to play like kittens. They love to jump on different surfaces and climb up.

These cats are widely known in Russia for a long time. Large animals with impressive weight due to the long hair seem even fuller. Males often weigh 10, or even 12 kg. Among lovers of furry “minke whales” are in demand. They live long enough - up to 17 years.

Tiger cats, like other pets, require the care and attention of the owners. Containment conditions for all felines will be similar. It is good if the animal will have its own corner in the house, where there will be objects for games, a scratching post. Places for food and toilet cats usually remember quickly. These pets are very clean, but most of them do not like water procedures, and experts still recommend washing domestic cats about once every 2 months.

Nutrition is fundamental to animal welfare. Diet is worth select depending on the breed, taking into account the advice of specialists.

• Toyger has good health and experts do not give special recommendations on its feeding. It is sometimes advised to offer solid food for the prevention of dental diseases.
• Bengal cats also good health, their life expectancy is up to 15 years. Such expensive animals are usually fed either with high-quality natural products - fish, meat, or expensive cat foods with vitamins.
• Gentle juice advised to keep on a balanced diet with vitamin E and taurine, because their heart and metabolism may be weak.
• Mau often suffer from allergies, asthma and heart disorders, therefore, they especially need special feeds for this breed. If a cat has a tendency to these ailments, be sure to feed your pet correctly.
• Chic Asherams recommend giving natural products - high-quality beef, poultry, ocean fish, and leave dry food as an additive to the rest of the diet.
• American shorthair cats are very fond of eating so that this does not lead to problems; they are advised to feed them twice a day, and not on demand. Do not forget to occasionally spoil them with diet boiled meat, they love him very much.
• If you took up the content of munchkins, then depending on age, experts advise them to feed from 2 to 5 times a day: kittens - more often, and older animals - less often. Babies who are only a few months old are advised to give cereals, dairy products, meat, and adults can be transferred to normal food, wet or dry.
• Siberian cats are very large, and it is important to correctly calculate the amount of food. Usually 30-60 grams of feed is given per 1 kg of weight. To make the coat look beautiful and shiny, up to 3 years a diet with 70% protein is recommended.

If we talk about the breeding of Siberian cats, then they are quite easy to purchase in nurseries or from breeders. As for the overseas beauties, some breeds can be found only in single nurseries, and a considerable amount will have to be paid for such exotics.

Toigers cost from 1 to 3 thousand dollars, an individual that is able to give birth to kittens will cost twice as much. They can be bought in the official nurseries of Moscow, St. Petersburg, Zelenograd. Mau is an expensive breed; it costs up to 100 thousand in the official nursery of Moscow. Sokoke, who need a rather painstaking care due to health problems, can cost the same price.

The choice of a cat depends on your wishes and needs. Thoroughbred animals for many become a source of pride, but they often really need special care and expensive specialized feeds, because they do not have such good health as the generations of ordinary “murks” living in our country. It is necessary to weigh its capabilities in order to ensure proper conditions for the thoroughbred pet.

An overview of the Toyger cat is presented in the following video: