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Calico Kitten Information

Admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 02:32:32 +0000

The calico kitten, despite the common misconception that it is an actual breed of cat, actually refers to the pattern of coloring on the kitten’s fur. The fur is usually mostly white, but also contains patches of orange and black. The coloration is the result of the development of a gene while the kitten is still an embryo that is known as the, “white spotting factor,” which slows the movement of cells across the developing kitten’s body. The development of a calico kitten in any given litter is entirely random.

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Bengal Kittens – What You Need to Know

Admin — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:03:13 +0000

Bengal kittens are growing in popularity as one of the newest domestic cat breeds to be introduced to the world. They are considered fashionable not only because of their exotic appearance, due to the fact that they are a cross bred animal between a Bengal tiger and a domestic housecat, but also due to their rarity. Because they are a relatively new breed, they are only available at select breeders. If you are considering a Bengal kitten as the newest addition to your family, there are a few things that you may want to keep in mind.