The Pixie-Bob is an intelligent and loyal cats, with a muscular and heavy-boned frame. They are quiet,
affectionate, and usually very trainable.
There are many conflicting stories about the origin of this breed. Many legends revolve around the idea that the Pixie-Bob originated from a mating between wild bobcats and domestic cats. DNA evidence does not support wild origins. Sometimes called a "Bobcat look-alike", also known as "a dog in disguise", there are Legends in all areas of the continent that suggest the Pixie-Bob's family tree took root when domestic cats imported from Europe met their wild cousins in North America, but its true origin is unknown.
Coat patterns include spots, broken bars, and rosettes. The double coat can be short or semi-long. A straight foot Pixie-Bob has the normal number of toes usually allotted to a cat -- 5 in the front, 4 in the back. Pixie-Bob has more than the usual allotted number.
The breed is rather unique in its ability to capture the hearts of many people who had never before thought of themselves as cat lovers. It has been called the canine of cats both because it is a loyal family member, and trains to walk on a leash (if you start early) and because they travel so well in cars.
The Pixie-Bob has developed a reputation for being an over-sized cat, especially among the males. However, most breeders consider it a medium-large feline. Certainly, there are numerous examples of mixed breed cats and other breeds which will match its weight. However, this is a heavily muscled breed with heavy boning and it often looks larger than it is. Males are generally 15-20 pounds (some, but not all, reach 25 pounds) while females are about a third smaller, generally 8-15 pounds.
The short to medium-long coat of the Pixie-Bob is heavily ticked The breed standard looks for a random spotted or broken mackeral pattern. It has a naturally bobbed tail, usually between two and 6 inches. Being polydactyl is such a dominant trait that this is the only breed accepted for show with more than the usual number of toes. Many Pixie-Bobs also have Lynx tufting on their ear tips.
As a breed, Pixie-Bobs are known for their quiet nature. Many will rarely call out , instead, they say what they want with musical chirrups. This is not to say they don't communicate a lot, the Pixie-Bob has a unique way of gesturing with a raised paw as if to emphasize some point they are delivering through a mind-meld.
Pixie-Bobs are affectionate and gregarious cats, but highly independant. They would rather be with you on their own terms and tend to sit beside you. While some are cuddlers, most will resist being picked up and carried. The family bond of this breed is so strong that they do not easily transfer owners after the age of one or two years. Still, they tending to run to the door to welcome visitors to their home. They get along well with children and they also live comfortably with dogs and other pets.
Males range from 15-20 pounds as adults, though
females are smaller, usually in 8-15 pounds in adulthood
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