American Bobtail Longhair
Animal welfare relevant breedLife expectancy
17 years
Height
Medium
Weight
4.5 kg
Coat texture
medium length / coarse-haired / undercoat / shaggy/fuzzy / long
Coat color
all colors and patterns allowed
Common illnesses
pelvic diseases / shortened spinal collum / breeding for animal-protection purposes / restricted ability to jump, sometimes vestibular disease and restricted body language because of missing tail / Manx-Syndrome
Food expenses per month in €
about € 48
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Compatible with other animals
Rather not
First cat suitable
Rather yes
Needs a balcony
Yes
Needs to go free
Yes
Activity
High
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Medium grooming effort
Nature
attached / social / likes to retrieve / desires freedom
Common illnesses
pelvic diseases / shortened spinal collum / breeding for animal-protection purposes / restricted ability to jump, sometimes vestibular disease and restricted body language because of missing tail / Manx-Syndrome
Place of origin
USA
Short description
One characteristic of the American Bobtail is her short tail. She is very active and attached. She loves having company and attention, and does not like to e left alone. A garden would be advantageous because she likes hunting and even retrieving. She is mature with 2 to 3 years.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.