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What Is a Tortoiseshell Cat? Tortitude & Genetics
A tortoiseshell cat is a black-and-orange coat pattern, not a breed. Learn the genetics, why torties are almost always female, and the truth about tortitude.
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Articles and guides tagged cat coat patterns.
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What Is a Calico Cat? Why They're Almost Always Female
A calico cat is a white, black and orange coat pattern — not a breed. Learn the genetics, why they're nearly always female, and calico vs tortoiseshell.
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What Is a Tuxedo Cat? The Black-and-White Cat Explained
A tuxedo cat is a black-and-white coat pattern, not a breed. Learn what makes a cat a tuxedo, the genetics, personality myths, and famous tuxedo cats.
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What Is a Tabby Cat? Patterns, the M & Facts
A tabby cat isn't a breed — it's a coat pattern. Learn the four tabby patterns, the meaning of the M on the forehead, why orange cats are tabby, and more.
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Black Cat Names: 54 Ideas from Shadow to Jiji
Black cat names with real meanings, from Shadow, Jiji, and Onyx to Luna and Salem. Dark-coat, night, and ironic picks grouped by gender, with what each means.
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Orange Cat Names: 52 Ideas from Amber to Zara
Orange cat names with real meanings, from Ginger, Pumpkin, and Simba to Tiger and Nacho. Coat, food, and lion picks grouped by gender, with what each one means.
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White Cat Names: 50 Ideas from Angel to Zeus
White cat names with real meanings, from Luna, Cloud, and Pearl to Yuki and Snowball. Coat, snow, and star picks you can call, with what each name means.