Mekong Bobtail Cats
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History
The Mekong Bobtail is named after the Mekong river that flows through China, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. The short tailed Mekong Bobtail is a natural breed of cat that has appeared over a large area in Southeast Asia.
The breed was developed in Russia as an experimental breed and has since gained some recognition as a breed in its own right.
Behaviour
Like the stubby tailed Manx cat the Mekong Bobtail is an athletic and agile cat. They enjoy any vigorous play sessions that involve climbing or jumping but also have a gentle and affectionate temperament.
Varieties
Comes in all self colours with a pointed pattern.
Breed Details
- Status: Rare
- Place of Origin: South East Asia
- Rough date of Origin: Pre 20th Century
- Hair length: Shorthair
- Activity Level: High
- Vocalness: Medium
- Child friendly: Good with children
- Intelligence:
- Playfullness: Demanding of Attention
- Grooming Requirements: More than once per week
- Weight: 3.5 - 6.0kg
- Size: Medium
- House Cat or Outdoor Cat: Outdoor Cat
- Pet Compatibility:
- Social Needs:
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Latest Reviews For Mekong Bobtail (3 of 3)
Lovely cat - Caroline,
We rescued a Mekong bobcat kitten about ten weeks old. It had been dropped off. At a dairy farm across the street from us. We thought it was Siamese until we learned otherwise on the internet. The kitten was painfully thin but now is looking good.the humane society said we had a female but turns out his male organs had not descended yet . He is very sociable, loyal, and athletic. A very entertaining pet to have. And he came. To us for free, and he brought us luck. How fortunate we are,
We have a cupple of Mekong Bobtail male and female. - Lalage,
We took our pair of Mekong Bobtails with the idea of doing a small home breeding. Indiana Denise comes from Palermo in Italy and Marcus from New Jersey US. They are young and have not yet had litters. they are a splendid breed. We have 10 cats, the Mekong have a calm and playful character and resemble dogs in nature. They are affectionate, they purr, we fell in love.
- Toni,
both my daughter and myself raised 3 Mekong bobtail cats. they are a beautiful and affectionate breed. I am looking to adopt 2 as my baby passed away . she was such a joy I miss her awful. please contact me