Japanese Bobtail Cat Breed Pictures,Characteristics, & Facts

Size: Small-Medium, 5 to 10 lbs

Energy Level: 4/5

Talkative: 3/5

Coat: Short to medium-long and can be very thick and silky

Hypoallergenic: No

Seeking: Friendly yet independent, I get on with most everyone

Child Friendly: Yes

Personality Snapshot: Highly confident and adaptable, intelligent and sociable, but also enjoys solitude

My Looks

The very first thing you'll notice about me is my truly unique "bobbed" tail. It"s simply unlike any other feline tail you've ever laid eyes on and yes, it draws stares.

In fact, most people can't take their eyes off my rear end.

You see, my tail's significantly shorter than most cat breeds but while short, it's very clearly visible with a combination of kinks, angles and curves that's just as expressive - if not more - than the long, switching tail of the Egyptian Mau or the dramatic feather boa tail of the Persian.

But my tail can't really be compared with other feline tails. In fact, if you caught just a glimpse of my backside, you'd probably be expecting to see a rabbit attached to the tail - that's how fluffy and un-cat-like it is. Thus the reason for my nickname, pom-pom.

And the coolest thing about it is that us Japanese Bobtails don't all share the exact same tail. Akin to human fingerprints, each tail is unique to the Bobtail in question.

But before you start thinking my behind is all I have going for me, I should mention I also have a very inviting face that's every bit as special as my backside.

Let's start at the top. I have a distinct triangular head endowed with facial features that all my friends say express the perfect combination of friendliness and inquisitiveness. I think it's because 'though my cheeks and chin are well-developed, they don't have the sharp angles that you usually find in other breeds, which gives me a more welcoming, comfortable-to-be-around look.

As for the inquisitiveness, it all comes down to my prominent, almond-shaped eyes. They're normally blue, but can also be odd-colored. Whatever color they are - one thing's for sure: my eyes are very expressive and considered by avid enthusiasts as one of my most unique physical attributes.

My Ideal Human

I am regarded by enthusiasts as an all-around cat that's perfect for any individual and home. I can easily warm up to a variety of human companions, from single cat fanciers to parents with young kids, as well as seniors looking for a feline that's easy to take care of. I am also ideal for multi-pet households since I can easily get along with other animals.

Now while I am one of those awesome cat breeds that can entertain oneself by playing and scampering up high spots in and around the house, I also require a bit of daily bonding time with my human companions.

Nothing complicated, really. Simply making it a daily habit to vigorously rub my belly or stroke my coat for a few minutes should do the trick.

How to Keep Me Healthy

I am a hardy cat that is fairly resilient to disease and health issues. My achilles heel? Obesity. Especially if my diet is not closely kept an eye on by my human companions.

Keeping my weight in check through proper diet and regular exercise is the best-est way of keeping me healthy and happy.