Pixie-Bob

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Description

The Pixie-Bob is an intelligent and loyal cat, muscular and heavy-boned. Males range from 16-22 pounds as adults, though females are smaller, usually in 8-12 pounds in adulthood. They are quiet, affectionate, and usually very trainable.

There are many conflicting stories about the origin of this breed. Most of these legends revolve around the idea that the Pixie-Bob originated from a mating between wild bobcats and domestic cats. DNA evidence does not support wild origins, but it remains a popular story.

Coat patterns include spots, broken bars, and rosettes. The double coat can be short or semi-long. A straight foot Pixie-Bob has the normal number of toes usually allotted to a cat -- 5 in the front, 4 in the back. A poly or polydactyl Pixie-Bob has more than the usual allotted number.

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Interesting breed fact: The Pixie-Bob is the only breed of cat currently accepted by any major association that allows polydacty, also commonly known as seven-toed, although there can be more or less than seven. Polydacty most commonly occurs on the front feet only, but cats with more toes on both the front and back can also be found occasionally. In all other breeds except the Pixie-Bob, polydacty is a disqualifying fault. If you want to read more about polydacty, read the FBRL's FAQ on the subject.

Associations: The Pixie-Bob is accepted by TICA. It is accepted for Experimental status in ACFA. Although often and erroneously described as a hybrid, the breed is registered as a fully domestic breed by TICA due to the lack of wild DNA markers.

Breed Information

Pixiebob (IAMS Breed Guide)
Pixie-Bob Information Website
Wild At Heart: The International Pixie-Bob Journal
Wikipedia: Pixie-Bob

Show Standards

Pixie-Bob Group Breed Standard (TICA)

Clubs/Associations

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