Monthly Archives: June 2008

The European Burmese Cat

If you love the temperament of the American Burmese, but don’t care for the breed’s exaggeratedly round head, then you may want to take a close look at the European Burmese. This breed is actually descended from the American Burmese, which originated from temple cats in Burma. The temple cats were pure white, but suddenly…

The Egyptian Mau Cat

This cat, which is descended from cats that lived in ancient Egypt, is closely related to the African Wild Cat. When you look at a Mau, you are looking at the same spotted wild cat that the Pharaohs in ancient Egypt domesticated and kept as pets and objects of worship. Surprisingly enough, this descendant of…

Toys For A Special Kitty

New cat owners may be shocked at the huge array of toy options available for their pet. There are toys available in all sizes, shapes and price ranges. They vary from simple feathers on strings to complicated contraptions with rolling balls and scratch pads. Choosing the right toy for a cat can be important. Play…