Best American Bobtail Cat Breeders
We believe that when choosing the perfect American Bobtail, the best breeder is always the local one. Buying local means you can meet them in person to see how they're raising their kittens, plus avoid potentially traumatizing shipping of the kitten. But finding a quality American Bobtail cat near you can be a difficult task. So we've compiled all of the information you need to know about American Bobtail breeders with kittens for sale, including website URL, contact information, Facebook page, memberships to associations, and more, broken down by location. This will help you choose the right American Bobtail when the time is right.
USA American Bobtail Breeders
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Canada American Bobtail Breeders
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Australia American Bobtail Breeders
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What are American Bobtail cats like?
An American Bobtail cat is known for its wild appearance and short bobbed tail. Their tails can vary in length, typically 1-4 inches. Weighing up to 16 pounds and up to 30 inches in length, they are muscular, sturdy cats. Their fur can vary from short to long, and dense to shaggy. They’re bred for bobcat- or lynx-like features, primarily brown or gray with tabby ticking. Registered American Bobtail breeders will have kittens for sale with brown, silver, gray, black, cream, red, white, bi-coloured and many other fur variations.
American Bobtails are sometimes described as the dog of cats — they’re friendly, intelligent and highly trainable. They’re adaptable and can connect with families or single individual homes. These docile felines have also been known to enjoy unique living arrangements; mobile homes, houseboats, etc.! When considering an American Bobtail for your family, it’s important to note they need plenty of exercise and attention.
FAQs when considering American Bobtail cats
How much do American Bobtail cats cost?
As a sought-after breed, American Bobtail kittens for sale cost between $600 and $1,200. A cat’s price is based on its pedigree, coat quality, age, health and vaccination history. If an American Bobtail cat’s parents are show-winning, they can be even more expensive.
What should I ask to choose the right American Bobtail breeder?
While there are many people who claim to be ethical American Bobtail breeders, not all hold a standard that you can feel great about. Asking some relevant questions about their philosophy will ensure you avoid American Bobtail breeders that do this only for financial gain, not having the interests of the cats or you in mind. Make sure you ask about:
- Health history of the parents and vaccinations. They should have their first vaccinations by the time they're adopted.
- Whether they've bred their American Bobtails with other breeds (they should disclose this and it would make it not a purebred lien.
- Have the socialized the kitten among other kittens?
- Do they belong to a American Bobtail breed club? You can ask for references from the club.
Why does it matter if I buy from a registered American Bobtail breeder?
When you buy from a registered American Bobtail breeder (with either their local club, governing body, or TICA), that ensures that a standard of care and expertise is enforced. You can ask them about a wide range of topics such as the American Bobtail’s genealogy, the right kitten for you, common health problems with American Bobtails to look out for. We offer additional registration through our Cat Kingpin Certified program as well, although it's not a replacement for other registrations.
List Author: Michael Steele
I have had two interests since I was very young… the Internet and cats. I grew up with two lovely cats in my family, Midnight and Chloe. But when I started looking for a cat as an adult, I realized how few reliable resources there are for finding ethical breeders. So I combined my Internet skills and cat knowledge to create Cat Kingpin, the #1 resource for cat breeders online. Have a question or suggestion for my list? You can reach me here.