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Calico
A walking work of art — three colors, zero duplicates, totally unique!
Amazing Fun Fact!
Almost ALL calico cats are girls! The tri-color pattern is linked to the X chromosome, and since females have two X chromosomes, almost only female cats can be calico. A male calico is incredibly rare and very special!
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All About the Calico 📖
Calico cats are famous for their gorgeous tri-colored coats of white, orange, and black. Just like tabby, calico describes a coat pattern rather than a specific breed — lots of different cat breeds can be calico! In Japan, calico cats are considered to be very lucky, and tiny calico cat figurines (called Maneki-neko) are placed in shops and homes to bring good fortune.
Calico cats are some of the most recognizable cats in the world because no two calicos look exactly the same! Each one has a completely unique pattern of white, orange, and black patches — like a custom painting made just for them.
In Japan, calico cats are national symbols of good luck! The famous waving cat figurine you see in shops and restaurants is almost always a calico. Sailors in Japan used to bring calico cats on their ships to bring good luck on long voyages.
Calico cats tend to have big personalities — they are often described as feisty, sassy, and full of attitude (in the best way!). They form very strong bonds with their favorite humans and will often follow them around the house. If you want a cat with a one-of-a-kind coat AND a personality to match, a calico is your perfect pick!
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