American Bobtail Longhair

Animal welfare relevant breed

Life 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.