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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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Rangy

Animals; Cats

A term used to describe a cat with long, slender legs.

Persian Cat

Animals; Cats

One of the oldest breeds of show cat, characterised by an extremely long, thick coat, short legs, a wide head with ears set far apart, large eyes and a foreshortened muzzle.

Asthma

Animals; Cats

A chronic respiratory disease, often arising from allergies, that is characterised by sudden recurring attacks of laboured breathing, chest constriction, and coughing.

Recognition

Animals; Cats

The official acceptance of a breed for show under the rules of a particular cat fancy organization.

Ragdoll Cat

Animals; Cats

A breed of longhaired cat with a sturdy body, short legs and a long thick coat with Siamese-style points.

Auto-immune disease

Animals; Cats

A disease resulting from an immune reaction produced by an individual's white blood cells or antibodies acting on the body's own tissues or extracellular proteins.

Registered cat

Animals; Cats

A cat with ancestry documented and recorded by a cat registering association.

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