🐈 Cats

California Spangled

Felis catus

✨ Fun Fact

The California Spangled was created and marketed in the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog as a luxury 'alternative to wearing fur' — a political statement in cat form.

Bred to resemble wild spotted cats like leopards and ocelots, this breed was created as a statement against the fur trade. Long, lean body with distinctive spotted coat. Extremely rare today — fewer than 60 registered cats exist.

🏷️ Breed

California Spangled

💭 Temperament

Affectionate, intelligent, active, curious, playful

📏 Size

Medium-Large (4.5-6.8 kg)

⏳ Lifespan

12-14 years

🎨 Colors

Spotted; silver, bronze, gold, charcoal, red, black, brown, white

🌍 Origin

California, USA, 1980s (Paul Casey)

🏠 Habitat

Indoor; needs climbing structures and interactive play

🍽️ Diet

High-protein quality cat food