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Do Pixie
Bobs really looks like a bobcat? -
The standard calls for the Pixie
Bob to MIMIC the look of the bobcat. At this point in our
program we feel we have many similarities such as a coarse
thick coat with nice spots, tips on the ears and tufts along
the jaw line. Our Pixie Bobs are large in size with some males
having reached 20 lbs. However, we continue to breed towards
the look of the Pixie Bob's legendary ancestry.
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 Are
they wild in personality? - Even though our cats contains
"Legend" Cat, we only sell multiple generations from the
foundation blood. This means our cats include the intelligence
and physical power of their feral ancestors but also the
loving gentle nature of the Pixie Bobs chosen to be used in
the breeding program. The result is a highly intelligent cat
that is trained, loyal with a wide range of skills and
talents.
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How well does the Pixie Bob get along with other pets?
- Our cats are raised in our homes
with our families. They bond quickly. It is not unusual when
you first get your kitten for it to bound from the kennel and
its first question be, "Where's the food?" It will lovingly
approach each member of the family and steal your hearts. They
also get along with other family pets and children.
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What is the difference between a Pixie Bob and the American
Bobtail? - The Pixie Bob
should be variations of brown, rufus, and gray or black. The
polydactal toe gene can be used in the breed but is not
allowed in the American Bobtail. The American Bobtail covers
many other colors such as the lynx point, blue, gray silver
etc.
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What is the difference between a pet, breeder and a show
quality? - The different
rankings are determined by how closely the kitten/cat
matches the Pixie-Bob breed standard. Measurements include,
body type, coat quality, color and pattern, and most of head
and facial features. In order to be a show quality
kitten/cat it must fit the standard closely.
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Can I let my
Pixie-Bob run outside? - It is
not wise to leave your friend outside where it is often
helpless to protect itself from cars, dogs, coyotes, birds
of prey, disease, fights, theft and just plain getting lost.
Pixie-Bobs are however easily trained to walk with harness
and leash. A harness and leash are always good to have,
especially when traveling with your companion.
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Why do some of
them have extra toes?- There
is a polydactyl gene that runs like a fine thread all
throughout the breed beginning with the original cats. This
is an allowable trait in the Pixie-Bob, however, no extra
points are given for it. Historically, there is no evidence
of health issues in cats with extra toes. The maximum
allowed is seven on the front and back feet.
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What do I feed my
Pixie-Bob? - It is best to
feed them an excellent diet of, high quality dry food and
canned food. Ask your breeder what they recommend. Being
consistent in their diet is the most important aspect of
your cat's health. Some owners and breeders prefer to make
their own food. Recipes may be found in most healthy cat
type books. Some breeders use fresh cooked meat and others
use raw with the Healthy Powder and other ingredients.
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What else should I know?
- The Pixie-Bob is eccentric to say the least. Their unusual
behaviors include burying their uneaten food, stealing and
collecting small items (the shinier the better), a love of
playing in the water (don't be surprised if your kitten
wants to join you in the bathtub!) and some have even been
known to duel with the vacuum cleaner!
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