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Cats

Any member of the family Felidae, including the domestic cat, Felis catus, and many non-domestic species.

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hereditary

Animals; Cats

Transmitted or capable of being transmitted genetically from parent to offspring: a hereditary disease.

breeding program

Animals; Cats

An continuing program where cats are mated together and the most ‘ideal' kittens selected for breeding.

shading

Animals; Cats

A term referring to a gradual variation in coat color, typically from back to belly

herpes virus

Animals; Cats

A highly contagious viral disease causing upper respiratory disease (URIs) in cats.

breeding quality

Animals; Cats

A cat which may not be competitive as a show cat but still meets its breed standards closely enough to be valuable to a breeding program.

shelter

Animals; Cats

A local organization dedicated to the rescue and care of stray or otherwise homeless animals and also seeks to find them permanent homes.

hip dysplasia

Animals; Cats

Abnormal formation of the hip joint. Although long recognized in dogs, hip dysplasia has only recently been studied in cats, and certain breeds may be more prone to the condition.

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