The Toybob is a breed cat distinct for its small size and short kinked tail that originated in Russia.
It is often considered to be "the smallest breed of cat" due to a spontaneous
mutation
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.
It bears the
Siamese colourpoint mutation gene.
Recognition
In 2009 the Toybob was placed by
The International Cat Association
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(TICA) the into the "Experimental" category. In January 2017 the Toybob was given "Registration" status by TICA, allowing for registration facilities but with no guarantee of further advancement.
It was recognised by the
Cat Fanciers' Association
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in 2019.
See also
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List of experimental cat breeds
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List of cat breeds
Cat, Domestic cats have been diversified by humans into breeds and Felid hybrid, domestic and wild hybrids. Many such breeds recognized by various Cat registry, cat registries. Additionally, there are new and experimental breeds, landraces being e ...
References
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Cat breeds originating in Russia
Cat breeds