American Ringtail
Body TypeMedium
CoatSemi-long
Weight4.5 kg
Life Span12-15
OriginUnited States
TemperamentFriendly, Active, Curious
Colors & PatternsAll colors and patterns
About the American Ringtail
A new breed founded on a California shelter kitten named Solomon in 1998 whose tail curls over the back in a ring when relaxed. The mutation is not linked to spinal problems. Muscular, social, and good with children. TICA-registered as an experimental breed.
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