Megan KrissThe Argentine Red Tegu are large, predatory lizard that can grow up to five feet long and live up to 20 years in captivity. While Tegus in the wild are a fearsome predator, in captivity, these lizards are known to become quite tame. Some … Read more
The Russian tortoise goes by several common names including Horsfield’s tortoise, Central Asian tortoise, Steppe tortoise, or four-toed tortoise. The Russian tortoise makes a popular pet because of its small adult size. An adult tortoise measuring just six to nine inches is relatively easy to … Read more
With their striking blue eyes, Ragdoll cats are surely one of the most adorable cat breeds. They are also described as dog-like; thus, they can be easily trained to play fetch or to come when called. As a lap cat, a Ragdoll is perfect … Read more
A Pixie-bob cat, also known as Pixiebob, is one of the most highly coveted cat breeds at the moment. It is dubbed as a “dog-like” cat since it is a breed that is highly sociable and loyal. Also, it can be easily leash-trained. Its … Read more
With semi-long triple-coat fur and a full collar ruff, there is no question that the Siberian cat is built for harsh cold climates. The Siberian breed is indigenous to snowy Russia where temperatures can reach below zero. Siberian cats are also identified by a … Read more
Any potential cat owner who prefers diminutive cuteness would be right to choose the Singapura for a breed. This Abyssinian-Burmese crossbreed is deemed as one of the smallest domestic cats in the world – spanning merely up to 8 inches in length. As far … Read more
The Maine Coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cat in the world – with males weighing on average up to 18 pounds and females up to 12 pounds. Its height ranges between 10 and 16 inches, and length – including the … Read more
Not to be confused with the Sphinx in Egypt, this cat that’s originally known as Canadian Hairless Cats came from a genetic mutation in 1966. The kitten from Toronto that’s called Prune because of its wrinkled and bald features was bred to other cats … Read more
The Russian Blue, or “Blue Russian” as it’s informally known, is a natural breed that’s believed to have originated in the Russian port city of Arkhangelsk (“Archangel”). It is also sometimes called “Archangel Blue”. The hallmark characteristic of the Russian Blue is its short, … Read more
Himalayan Cats (also called Himmies) have been in the limelight since 1931, but it was only in 1957 when they were discovered as an official cat breed. They are a fascinating combination of a Persian cat’s body and a Siamese cat’s markings. However, not … Read more