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American Bobtail
🐻 The Golden Retriever of cats! Wild look, short tail, but super friendly. They love to travel and are very chill.
⚡ Quick Facts
Size
Large
Weight
7-16 lbs (3-7 kg)
Life Expectancy
13-15 years
Energy Level
Medium
Good with Children
Yes
Apartment Friendly
Yes
💖 Personality & Behavior
Chill out masters. They get along with everyone. They have a wild look but are big softies.
🍖 Food & Treats
Slow growing, need good food for a long time.
⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian
🧶 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Hide and seek
- Fetch
- Walking on leash
- Puzzle toys
They love to catch things mid-air. They can escape closed rooms!
🏡 Living Environment
Great travelers! Good for RV life or apartments.
✨ Fun Facts
- Natural mutation.
- Tail can be straight or curved.
- Very therapeutic personality.
- Looks like a wild bobcat.
- Excellent escape artists.
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