The Japanese short-tailed cat, a unique breed of cat, has been in Japan for nearly a thousand years due to its distinctive short tail and beautiful flower color. Its tail is only about 10 centimeters long, making it tied with the Isle of Man cat as the cat species with the shortest tail.
They come in a wide variety of patterns, the most popular being the tricolor cat, but red and white cats and all-white cats are also a common color. Interestingly, the fortune cat, the cat image used by most people to signify good luck and prosperity, is based on the Japanese short-tailed cat.
Originating from Japan itself, they have practically grown up with the country’s historical development and are regarded as pets that symbolize good fortune and are loved by Japanese families.Since 1968, a number of Japanese short-tailed cats have been introduced to the United States, however, in Europe, the distribution of this cat breed is relatively small.
Japanese short-tailed cats are extremely hardy and adaptable, and they are at home in any environment. They are omnivores, and being a pet cat makes daily keeping and feeding them very simple.
Intelligence is one of their main characteristics, they are naturally intelligent, articulate and obedient, and with their wonderful purring voice and robust physique, they always stand out in a group of cats. For male cats, they are steady, measured and gentle, while females are graceful, elegant and flamboyant, making people love them.