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American Ringtail Cats

American Ringtail Complexion Based on 43 Catster profiles   Activeness   sleepy very active     Intelligence   silly genius     Curiosity   not curious very curious     Friendliness   timid affectionate     Vocal   not vocal very vocal

Trademark Traits

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Some Ideal Human Companions

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What They’re Like to Live With

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American Ringtails are friendly and love people. They are outgoing, a trait they are bred for since Ringtails who are scared or aggressive do not hold their tails over their backs as a Ringtail should. Ringtails with medium-length coats need at least twice weekly grooming.

Things You Should Know

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The tail of the American Ringtail is not deformed, but is like the tail of other cats. The only difference is in the way the Ringtail carries the tail. Ringtails are a new breed, and kittens may be hard to come by.

American Ringtail History

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The American Ringtail breed originated with a male kitten named Solomon. Bottle-fed by rescuer Sue Manley, Solomon had a tail that curled over his back. In 1999, Manley began a breeding program to reproduce the curled tail, which also showed up in feral cats in her northern California neighborhood. By 2005, several breeders were working with Manley to produce these cats, crossing them with Domestic Shorthairs and some pure breeds. In 2005, The International Cat Association (TICA) gave the breed Registration Only status.

The Look of the American Ringtail

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American Ringtails are large- to medium-sized cats that carry their tails curled over their backs. They have a graceful, alert and athletic appearance. The breed comes in both short and medium-haired varieties, and can be found almost all colors and patterns.

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