Adopt An American Bobtail

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Photo of Bumblebee & Dragonfly [Bonded]

Bumblebee & Dragonfly [Bonded]

American Bobtail

Male, young

Los Angeles, CA

Color
Brown Tabby
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Photo of Bobbie and Billie bob tail

Bobbie and Billie bob tail

American Bobtail

Female, young

North Hollywood, CA

Color
Tortoiseshell
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots are up-to-date
Story
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Adopting a American Bobtail

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an American Bobtail - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

Adopting an American Bobtail from a shelter or rescue typically costs around $50 to $150 and includes a basic exam, preventatives, vaccines, microchipping, and spay/neuter. Conversely, buying an American Bobtail from a breeder can be prohibitively expensive, costing $1,200 to $1,500.

The easiest way to adopt an American Bobtail is through checking shelters and cat rescues. A great place to start is with a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available American Bobtails in your area.

American Bobtail fun facts

Fun Facts:

The American Bobtail is the result of a genetic mutation.

The average length of the American Bobtail's tail is 1-4 inches.

Legend has it this breed was created by an interspecies love connection: the mating of domestic cat with bobcat (an indigenous North American spotted cat).

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American Bobtail Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about American Bobtail types to temperament and health issues to popular American Bobtail mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.