mammals

Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt

Features：Cats with Norse mythology

The Norwegian Forest Cat is a cat that lives in the Norwegian forest. It is a breed unique to the Scandinavian Peninsula.There are two speculations about the origin of the Norwegian Forest Cat: The first possibility is that the pirates in the 13th century brought back cats from Asia Minor (Caucus, A...

Little Black Panther, Mona Lisa, Mini Ponza

Features：Named after its resemblance to a cheetah

The Bombay cat is a modern breed, bred by American breeders in 1958 by crossbreeding Burmese cats (Black Shao cats) and American black shorthair cats. Because of its appearance similar to that of an Indian cheetah, it was named after the Indian city of Bombay.The Bombay cat not only retains the colo...

Rabbit cat, Ethiopian cat, Aby, Red Aby

Features：Legend has it that the modern Abyssinian cat is a descendant of the ancient Egyptian cat that was worshipped as a "sacred creature" in ancient Egypt.

The Abyssinian cat is one of the oldest known breeds.The origin of the name is not because its homeland is in Ethiopia (formerly known as Abyssinia), but because the report of the first "Abyssinian Cat Show" in the UK stated that it was imported from Ethiopia. The first mention of this...

ジャパニーズボブテイル

Features：The tail is only about 10 cm long, one of the cat breeds with a short tail

The Japanese Bobtail cat is a native cat breed in Japan. It is also called the calico cat or the short-tailed calico cat in Japan. This cat has a long history. Some people believe that it was introduced to Japan from China or Korea more than 1,000 years ago. The Japanese believe that calico cats are...

Canadian Hairless

Features：The fur feels soft and silky, like satin, which is unique among many breeds.

The Canadian Sphynx was bred by cat lovers in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in 1966 from a litter of almost hairless kittens through inbreeding and selection, specifically for cat lovers who are allergic to cat hair.The earliest recorded hairless cats were a pair of brothers named Nellie and Dick who wer...

Curl-eared cat, Fold-eared cat

Features：Cat with curled ears

The American Curl is a cat with curled ears. This is not a physiological defect, nor is it artificially caused, but rather a result of genetic mutation.The American Curl originated in California, USA. Legend has it that in 1981, a female black cat in southern California was covered with soft and smo...

Pharaoh cat, Egyptian god cat

Features：Believed to be a cat kept in ancient Egypt

The Egyptian cat is an ancient breed, and there are graphic and text records of it on tombstones and scrolls in ancient Egypt thousands of years ago.As the name suggests, the Egyptian cat originated in Egypt. In the history of domestic cats, the Egyptian cat may be the earliest. 1400 years ago, imag...

Manx

Features：One of the eight most famous cats in the world, Edward VII's favorite pet

The Manx cat is an unusual tailless cat breed. Its body shape is similar to that of the British Shorthair cat, but its hind legs are longer than its front legs, so it walks like a rabbit.According to legend, the Manx cat boarded Noah's Ark one step later than other animals, and its tail was caug...

gutter cat, sewer cat

Features：One of the smallest cats in the world

The Singapore cat originated in Singapore. It was discovered in the early 1970s. It is a very small cat. It is the smallest cat breed among all cat breeds currently recognized.The Singapore cat is more active, playful and curious. It likes to run around and even get into the sewer. Therefore, it was...

Havana brown cat, chestnut exotic cat

Features：Cigar color cat

The Havana cat was bred by British animal husbandry experts in the early 1950s. It is a hybrid of chocolate-point Siamese cats and British short-haired cats. Because its fur, whiskers, and nose are all brown, the same color as the famous Cuban Havana cigars, it is named Havana cat, which means cigar...

Features：Cute cats come from genetic mutations

The Somali cat is probably native to Africa. Don’t think too much about it. It actually has nothing to do with Somali pirates.The Abyssinian cat is a famous short-haired cat. It is said that one year, a purebred Abyssinian cat gave birth to a long-haired cat. Biologists found that this was a geneti...

Felis catus

Features：As a traditional wedding gift in Thailand

The Korat cat originated in Thailand and was named after its place of origin, the province of Klong Sor, Thailand. It is known locally as "Sisewat", which means auspiciousness. The Korat cat is one of the oldest famous cat breeds that still maintains its pure bloodline.The handsome silver-...

Wild boar, mountain boar, pig fat, Eurasian wild boar

Features：One of the most widespread species of all terrestrial mammals in the world

Wild boars are medium-sized mammals with 20 subspecies. They have a sturdy body, a large head and front end, and a small back. They have short, thick limbs, a long head, small and upright ears, and a protruding cone-like snout with an exposed cartilage pad (also known as an arched nose). Each foot h...

Balearic Hound

Features：His sharp features, large erect ears, and bright colors are his distinctive features.

The Ibizan Hound originated from the Balearic Islands. It is a hound with sharp vision, keen sense of smell, and amazing jumping ability. It is one of the most graceful dog breeds among the ancient dog breeds.The Ibizan Hound was originally an excellent shepherd dog, an excellent competitor in dog s...

Brussels Griffon,Belgian Griffon, Short-haired Petit, Barbazar, Belgian Rough-haired Hound

Features：Belgium's most iconic toy dog

The Brussels Griffon originated in Belgium.In 1880, the Belgian local dog was bred after mating with the pug. It has a pug-like muzzle and short hair, and also has the bloodline of the German monkey face dog. It has become the favorite dog of the Belgian royal family. By the 19th century, people fel...

Features：Aloof and curious towards strangers, loyal and friendly towards owners

The Canaan Dog originated in the Middle East and was originally used as a guide dog. Now, the Canaan Dog can be used for herding, alerting, tracking and rescue.The ancestor of the Canaan Dog was a wild dog called the "Pariah Dog" domesticated by the ancient Israelites. At first, the Canaan...

Features：Often mistaken for "black golden retriever", but it is not actually a breed

The Flat-Coated Retriever was created in the 18th century by crossbreeding the Labrador, Irish Setter, and Curly-Coated Retriever. It was probably created in Newfoundland.The Flat-Coated Retriever has a strong sense of individuality and an endearing ability to take care of oneself. It is a happy, ac...

monkey face terrier, effenpinschen, hericium

Features：A dog with a face that looks a bit like a monkey

The Affenpinscher originated in Germany. Its original meaning in German is a monkey-like terrier, and the French describe them as "Diablo" or "bearded devils."The Affenpinscher looks like a cartoon, but in fact it has powerful jaws. If given the opportunity, it can still serve as...

Features：One of the oldest retrievers, with an amazing sense of smell and memory

As the name suggests, the Curly-Coated Retriever has curly hair.In the absence of early records, the exact origin of the Curly-Coated Retriever is subject to some speculation, but there is no doubt that it is one of the oldest breeds of hounds classified as a retriever, and it is generally believed...

Irish Soft Coated Terrier

Features：Ireland's oldest terrier

The Irish Soft-Coated Terrier originated in the 18th century. The Irish Soft-Coated Terrier is believed to be the oldest terrier in Ireland. It is common in Kerry and Cork, but the exact origin is unknown, and it was not known until the 19th century.There is no documented true origin of the Ir...

Norwegian Shepherd Dog

Features：Legend has it that he would be buried with the Vikings.

The Norwegian Shepherd Dog is a lively, studious, fearless guard.It is said that the Vikings had a tradition of burying their dogs when they buried the dead. They believed that when the dead were resurrected in the afterlife, the dogs would still be able to guard them. Archaeologists have found six...