{"id":268,"date":"2023-02-07T13:02:04","date_gmt":"2023-02-07T21:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/?p=268"},"modified":"2023-02-07T13:02:05","modified_gmt":"2023-02-07T21:02:05","slug":"its-all-about-that-calico-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shilohsvet.com\/blog\/its-all-about-that-calico-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"It’s All About That Calico Cat<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\"Calico<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Colorful, unique, and oozing with \u201ccatitude,\u201d calico cats are spectacularly marked with a tri-color blend of black, white, and shades of caramel. Calicos can have long or short coats, and they\u2019re almost always female. They can\u2019t be bred, which makes these fabulous felines extra special to cat lovers everywhere.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Shiloh Veterinary Hospital<\/a>, we love delivering full-service veterinary care<\/a> to cats of all colors! Whether you\u2019ve got a calico cat of your own, or you\u2019re just curious about these beauties, our team<\/a> has some fascinating feline factoids to help explain the wonders of calico cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why are Calico Cats So Popular?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cat lovers agree that all felines are fabulous, but here are some reasons why calico cats are extra special:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calicos are good luck! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In many cultures, calico cats are considered lucky charms. In Japan, calicos are the official symbol of good fortune, and Japanese anglers used to keep calicos on board their boats to \u201cguarantee\u201d that the fish would bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re practically magical.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again we turn to Japan, where calicos were once believed to protect ships from the ghosts of angry ancestors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They can\u2019t be bred.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The calico coloration is a full-on fluke of nature, and like snowflakes, no two are exactly alike! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re basically royalty in Maryland.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calicos were chosen to be the official state cat of Maryland because their tri-colored coats echo the coloring of the state bird: the Baltimore Oriole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They have an aura of ancient mystique.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calico cats are said to have originated in ancient Egypt, where people worshiped them for their beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are 99% of Calico Cats Female?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Without diving too deep into the biological nitty-gritty, the tri-color pattern of a calico requires two \u201cX\u201d chromosomes. Male cats can\u2019t be calicos because males need an \u201cXY\u201d pair of chromosomes in order to be male. The only way for a male cat to be born a calico is if he has an extra \u201cX\u201d chromosome (XXY). Because the XXY chromosome combination is rare, male calicos can have certain health conditions and are usually sterile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rare Cat Breeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Calico cats aren\u2019t actually a breed at all, but rather, a happy accident! You can find the calico coloration among popular breeds like Maine Coons, American Shorthairs, Persians, mixed breeds, and others. However, there are some rare cat breeds where you will not find a calico cat. Pure, solid-color breeds like Russian Blues, Siamese, and Bombay cats cannot produce the calico color configuration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good Health is What Matters Most <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All cats of all colors, sizes, ages, and genders deserve a lifetime of love, proper nutrition<\/a>, and quality veterinary care that emphasizes wellness and prevention<\/a>. Our team absolutely loves getting to know all the cool cats in our community. Please contact us<\/a> to schedule your cat\u2019s visit, or if you have any questions about our services.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Colorful, unique, and oozing with \u201ccatitude,\u201d calico cats are spectacularly marked with a tri-color blend of black, white, and shades of caramel. Calicos can have long or short coats, and they\u2019re almost always female. They can\u2019t be bred, which makes these fabulous felines extra special to cat lovers everywhere.   At Shiloh Veterinary Hospital, we love […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21,24,25],"tags":[170,171],"class_list":["post-268","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cats-meow","category-training-behavior","category-you-your-pet","tag-why-are-99-of-calico-cats-female","tag-why-are-calico-cats-so-popular"],"yoast_head":"\nIt's All About That Calico Cat | Veterinary Blog for Los Angeles - Shiloh Veterinary Hospital<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Calico cats are becoming increasingly popular, probably due to their affectionate and friendly nature. 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