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Mekong Bobtail cat breed

Mekong Bobtail

Type

Mutation of shortened tail

Body Type

Moderate

Origin

Developed in Russia; foundation stock ultimately from Southeast Asia

Coat Characteristics

Coat Type & Length

Short

Coat Pattern

Colorpoint

Breed Classification

Development Type

✨ Mutation

Physical Characteristics

Body: Moderate

Coat: Short

Pattern: Colorpoint

Geographic Origin

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Developed in Russia; foundation stock ultimately from Southeast Asia

Natural Mutation

This breed originated from a spontaneous genetic mutation that was then selectively bred to preserve and enhance the unique trait.