Pixie-Bob Cat
Published on 15 Jun 2021
The Pixie-Bob breed arose in the mid 1980’s after a woman in Washington USA, Carol Ann Brewer adopted a large cat with a bobbed tail that was allegedly part Bobcat. This cat, called mated with a local cat and one of the female kittens, named “Pixie” started the Pixie-Bob breed.
Carol Brewer went on to continue adding cats who were thought to be crossed with bobcats to her breeding cats and worked with other breeders doing the same.
Pixie-Bobs are a medium to large cat, and generally weigh around 5 to 7 kgs. They have a distinct brown spotted coat with grey, tawny or red tones with black skin, very hairy ears and white chins. Their tail may be completely absent or a few inches long.
Cat Breed Facts & Characteristics
Origin | United States, 190’s |
Size | Medium - Large, 5 to 7 kgs |
Weight range | 5 to 7 kgs |
Colours | Brown spotted tabby |
Life expectancy | 14 to 20 years |
Coat | Short and long coated varieties, sheds |
Temperament | Bold, social, playful, intelligent |
Activity levels | High |
Best suited for | Cat loving households with time to keep them company |
Apartment friendly | Yes |
Personality
Active, playful, and intelligent, Pixie-Bobs are said to be very friendly cats who love spending time with their families. They are active into adulthood, so it is important to provide them with plenty of cat trees to climb and jump from as well as lots of toys.
Pixie-Bobs are generally quite sociable with other pets, especially if they have been with them from a young age. As they do tend to enjoy company, they may become lonely if left alone for long periods of time, so could be better suited to a household where someone is home to keep them company, or there are other pets for them to play with.
They can adjust to apartment life if they are given plenty to keep them entertained and active.
Keep your Pixie-Bob cat indoors or in a cat friendly enclosure to help keep them safe from roads, other cats and snakes as well as helps to keep wildlife safe from your cat.
Grooming
The Pixie-Bob coat is thick and comes in both long and short varieties that shed. The shorter coat is a lower maintenance option, but both benefit from gentle grooming with a suitable mitt or brush. Many Pixie-Bobs have extra toes (known as polydactylism).
Regular trimming of the extra toenails may be required so they do not become overgrown.
Feeding
When choosing a food for your Pixie-Bob, select a premium food appropriate to your cats age and life stage. Pixie-Bob cats can sometimes have urinary tract issues and stomach upsets. Consider a food for sensitive tummies or a diet formulated for optimal urinary health.
Ensure that you follow the recommended feeding guides on the food appropriate to your pet's size to help avoid obesity and ensure your fur baby gets appropriate nutrition.
Always ensure your Pixie-Bob cat has a constant supply of fresh water available and consider providing them with a water fountain, as many cats prefer to drink moving water.
Common health concerns
The five most common reasons for a Pixie-Bob to visit the vet (excluding routine care visits) according to PetSure data across the 2020 calendar year included traumatic accidents, feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), tummy upsets, cancer, and respiratory problems like feline asthma.
| Rank | Condition | Average cost for single treatment (average pet insurance claim amount) | Highest cost for single treatment (highest pet insurance claim seen for this condition) |
| 1 | Accidental trauma | $479 | $5,942 |
| 2 | Urinary tract diseases, including Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) and kidney disease | $343 | $2,040 |
| 3 | Cancers, including lymphoma, and squamous cell carcinoma | $673 | $8,771 |
| 4 | Gastrointestinal problems, including gastritis and gastroenteritis | $303 | $1,948 |
| 5 | Respiratory tract Conditions, including feline asthma, and rhinitis | $198 | $1,733 |
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Most popular Pixie-Bob names
The most popular names for Pixie-Bob’s according to PetSure data from 2018 to 2020 were:
Most popular names
- Molly
- Cleo
- Daisy
- Dora
- Oscar
- Simba
- Angus
- Ash
- Bambi
- Bonnie
Most popular female names
- Molly
- Cleo
- Daisy
- Dora
- Ash
- Bambi
- Bindi
- Bonnie
- Boo
- Coco
Most popular male names
- Oscar
- Simba
- Angus
- Boof
- Buddy
- Buzz
- Charlie
- Diego
- Felix
- Finn
Did you know?
Pixie-Bob’s usually don’t “meow” very much, but they do make a variety of other sounds like chirrups, chatters and growls.
Where can I get a Pixie-Bob Cat?
Your local animal shelter or rescue organisation is the best place to look for a cat as shelters generally have many cats looking for loving homes. It may also be possible to find a Pixie-Bob cat through a breed specific rescue.
References
- Wikipedia, Pixie-Bob, accessed on 23/10/2020
- Cattime.com, Pixie-Bob, accessed on 23/10/2020
- American Cat Fanciers Association Pixie Bob Breed Synopsis, accessed on 23/10/2020
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