He now tells the story of his mishaps, misunderstandings and misadventures as he leaves his tomb through the False Door to embark on the complicated and dangerous journey to the Afterlife aboard the magnificent Ship of Millions. Your comment implies that you see no resemblance, when in fact there is in coat alone (I won't bother pointing out the obvious similarities, such as both being feline, etc...). No reproduction permitted without a written permission. Like the domestic Bengal Cat, the Toyger is highly trainable, loyal, loves water and can be somewhat dog-like. The Toyger is a domestic breed that has been developed to resemble a toy tiger. More Cats 101 Video: http://animal.discovery.com/videos/cat/#mkcpgn=ytapl1 | The Toyger is a small cat that is bred to look like a tiger. These cats are absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing your story - best of luck to you! I thought you were just using a play on words. I LOVE THESE!!! If I remember, the last one has a more broad face and curved ears. I wish there were better pictures online with the curved ears and the square faces. So many people here will be jealous of you! im getting one! OMG! I really want one of these cats how can I get my hands on one.. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on May 24, 2011: They are beautiful, but seem to be a bit "engineered" for appearances. I got my Toyger from a breeder who wasn't pleased with her appearance at maturity. einron from Toronto, Ontario, CANADA on May 18, 2008: Thanks for expanding my vocab. But I digress... Nobody ever said that the Toyger breed was a real tiger. the cat. Before you bring one home to your place, however, make sure there are no allergies. Eternal Evolution from kentucky on August 01, 2010: such beautiful creatures. Celebrities will purchase from unscrupulous, profit oriented kitten mills eventually as popularity comes and goes, and this too shall pass. Are you looking for a new pet? Are we just going to totally forget about all the major health problems most Toygers are bred with? Above all else, just be prepared with a warm lap and a readiness to spend some time rubbing ears and talking to your inquisitive cat! Thanks for Sharing! Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on July 18, 2011: A photograph cannot definitely determine whether your cat is a Toyger - only genetic testing can do that. Have two Persains myself, which are quite adorable. The alertness does not mean you have playing with fingers. I'm with you there - I'm a sucker for these cuties. Have you heard of the "Toyger?" This site is supported through affiliate marketing. Amy DeMarco from Chicago on November 03, 2011: I love the pics you used. I am sure that Toygers, being so intelligent, will make the same connection pretty fast. Wowzer. Toygers also can be trained to walk on leashes and do other "tricks." ;-) Thanks Uninvited Writer! You did it! The original breeder of the Toyger (and Bengal Cats), Judy Sugden of EEYAAS Cattery in the United States, hopes to raise awareness of fur trade and wildlife conservation by creating these gorgeous mini versions of wild cats. I know some breeds prefer to "rule the house" as the only pet. hey babes, great cat. (hubby would kill me). They are amazing!!!! On my other website www.ancientagypt101.com he continues his stories about life in ancient Egypt. One of our favorite things about Toyger Cats is their sweet and amiable personality. I love those pictures, they are a beauty , I was outside a shopping center and a couple in a car show me this little kitten, one month old, and ask me if I wanted , I say you do not want it, they say. And do check the teeth regularly and clip the nails if necessary. Male cats tend to produce more allergenic secretions than females, intact males produce more than neutered males, and dark cats produce more than light-colored cats. (And when a cat decides to do something, a cat Toyger purring the evening away in your lap. Rescue organizations exist from which you can bring home a much less expensive pet. Think I'm going to name him John. Some owners may wish to keep a pet Toyger or Bengal indoors for safety because the breed tends to wander. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on October 14, 2009: Aren't they just incredible? K Kiss from Newcastle upon Tyne, UK on November 13, 2009: all the toygers look great but the one lying on orange velvet looks like a bengal tiger to the core!! This cat is still a domestic cat, not a real tiger, nor it resembles one. I live in West Virginia and I was wondering where I could find one. She went to heaven last June. After my dad who passed away two years ago. While the Toyger breed is an exciting exotic pet, be sure to be aware of other cats that need to be adopted! can u tell me if she's really one of them if you see her? They should be spayed or neutered BEFORE ever leaving the breeder to prevent just this sort of thing! The Toyger is an exotic breed of domestic cat. Lions, Toygers, and Bears OH MY! Their susceptibility to infectious diseases is comparable to other domestic breeds. As cats they have very fast reflexes, and you'd Someone else's loss is definitely your gain. The book is available at Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk. Only in pictures! I was so fortunate to have a Bengal. They are eligible for championship judging in cat shows as of Spring 2008. Still, with this cat you don't get exhausted by playing A small commission is earned from purchases which fund site research and upkeep. She belonged to someone else, but chose to stay with me. couch potato either! He did meet some of the Egyptian gods, of course, and had fun scaring off tomb robbers, but it was mostly rather dull. This is the first I'd heard of 'toygers,' but now I have a new thing to add to my wish list. WeddingConsultant from DC Metro Area on April 09, 2008: wow that's an amazing topic. ;)xxx. How to take care of your beautiful Toyger? I love tigers and lions..but since I can't have one a toyger would be a nice substitue! :-). He has identical markings to these cats and has the same colors as the adult TOYGER. The Toyger is a friendly outgoing cat that delights in being with people. Puppies and kittens need too much more patience and training which your kids ⦠I am beginning to feel like an expert on these different breeds of cats. Definitely unlike any other cat I've had! :), Ok so I have this cat and he is just over a year old. noise, and with the confidence of the Big Cats. You may need additional toys, and should be prepared for a somewhat more active pet than usual. Are you kidding? Angela S from Orcas Island, WA on July 31, 2008: Really beautiful animals! Interesting stuff - for now, my tabby will have to be the tiger of this house! Rebecca Furtado from Anderson, Indiana on September 26, 2013: Toygers! Pet ownership can also be a ⦠Before my Bengal hub, I hadn't heard of them, either Compu-Smart. Creating new "designer" breeds while there are many cats and kittens waiting for a home is simply unethical. Whitney - I'll keep searching. I love all the pictures and details you have about them. However, if your cat does resemble a tiger, enjoy your unique pet! Tutankhamun tells us about the trouble he got into as a child in Akhenaten's palace in the new city of Akhetaten, and how he became a boy pharaoh. You might be tired of breeders breeding, but you know what? They are intelligent and easy to leash train. I don't think they're in my budget however :(. and laid-back attitude of a Maine Coon. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on March 08, 2009: I am telling you! I am so excited about these pets! The toyger is an ever-curious, muscular athlete The character is somewhere between the energetic Bengal A sunny, warm spot in which to lie, litter box and scoop, a few catnip toys, a bowl for food and water, and a collar and leash—there is not much more you need for proper ownership of a Toyger, other than the dedication to take your cat for regular checkups and vaccinations. Cats are generally easy pets and adaptable to many environments. We love them all. He had no problem with water, in fact he seemed to enjoy it. Stephanie is a cat lover who has owned a Bengal cat. They often have "wild" roving tendencies that may take them too far away from your home to be safe or advisable. Then i come to find out she is a designer cat people have to be on a waiting list to get! people - love attention, demand to be cuddled and doesn't mind at all being Like the domestic Bengal Cat, the Toyger is highly trainable, loyal, loves water and can be somewhat dog-like. real "city-tigers" if you will. There is a real chance of it being stolen because of its dashing looks and kindness. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on September 07, 2008: Starcatchinfo - trust me - not only are they beautiful cats, they have a great personality! Awesome information. Stimulating toys and lots of attention will also be enjoyed by your pet cat. This book travels with the King Tut - Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh exhibition on his world tour of ten cities from March 2018 onwards, Tutankhamun: In My Own Hieroglyphs tells the story, for older children, of the life and afterlife of the famous young pharaoh in his own words. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on November 03, 2011: Yes - we love the Bengal breed! Photographs are copyrighted by their photographers. He is indeed one cool cat! why not try for the toy-lion in similar way. :). I caught a glimpse of some great big CAT in my garage and it turned out to be a bengal. Can my new pet harm my child? I'm a fan of the Bengal breed. I named her Amazon, she was so beautiful. The Toyger has a laid back easy going temperament and makes a good companion. Since I'm not allowed to get a dog. so this is one ideal family cat. But remember to be careful, if you try to introduce your Toyger to water. They had some photos of what they hope the cats will look like, but they were computer generated, so I didn't use them. i do not have many fans :(. God Bless. I am sure we would have loved a Toyger, but where we stay we are not allowed to have cats. Once I found out who the owner was, she told me that if "Emmy" wants to be my girl, she could stay with me. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on May 04, 2010: Mike, that is so cool and I'm sure you'll have a life-long, loyal cat in your Toyger. Other breeds, like the Toyger⦠They certain are beautiful, but then most cats are! (forgive me god for using your name, but you know what i mean!!!). It was a lot of fun. Not too alert, laid-back enough not to lose nerves on every strange There are approximately 400 Toygers in existence, being bred from descendants of a domestic Bengal Cat (which itself originates from a wild Asian Leopard Cat), crossed with other domestic cats. What a wonderfully comprehensive hub on them too. But, yeas they are still working on them to perfect it. no, so I keep it and she is now 8 month old the vet told me she is American shorthair but the more I see she looks like a type 6 toyger , black broken stripes and black dots all over , I wonder where can I take her to make sure ? Itâs National Kids and Pets Day, and weâre here to take a stance: Cats are the best pets for kids! Thank you! LadyCat from Somewhere in the U.S. on March 08, 2009: These cats are absolutely stunning! A weekly brushing is recommended, but I am quire sure your Toyger will quickly teach you to use that brush more often. This is the first time I've ever heard of toygers. A very good combination to modern homes, I'm bring home two kitties today, they aren't toygers but they are still cute :) Wonderful information! i could share my home with each n everyone of these little kittys:). Older dogs or cats could be ideal and good pet for kids, as older dogs and cats need proper training only kids aged above ten will have the patience tackling these pets. As I'm sure you know, they are independent, free thinking creatures who take care of much of their own needs. He follows me everywhere & apparently thinks that if I'm sitting, he must be in my lap (which I have no problem with). When I saw the article in the Parada magazine last year, they showed pictures of the most recent ones as of last year and they showed the progression of the cats. stars439 from Louisiana, The Magnolia and Pelican State. This consept is good and these pixs are soo cute!! The Bengal is the main breed used to develop the Toyger and hence b⦠Some breeds, such as the Bengal and Savannah, were developed by breeding domestics with other species to create hybrid cats. This site is supported through affiliate marketing. You will find time to sit watching telly and you'll have you The breeders wanted to create a friendly cat fit for the modern and i'm not a cat person. This can be both a benefit and a drawback. (Note that most cities ban ownership of wild animals in residential areas for public safety reasons.). Cats Are Low maintenance Not only do cats make good pets, but they are are low maintenance pets! Toygers are less threatened, I think, than an ordinary housecat. I look forward to many years to come raising this rambunctious cutie! easily trainable - why not try a game of fetch? I've also seen him interact with our neighbors' cats well. Some of us love a certain breed for any number of reasons, and breeders are people who develop, improve, and show the breed they love, often at great cost while just trying to break even. This breed was developed from domestic shorthair tabby cats, and character has been just as important a factor in breeding as the looks of the cat. Browse Toyger kittens for sale & cats for adoption. Kat, I'm with you there.... plus the price tag! It is important to note that, while there is a small amount of wild blood in these animals resulting from their Bengal heritage, they are not related to tigers. The appeal for most is the coat's resemblance, and it's perfectly fine to admire that resemblance! We only breed top quality pedigree cats. I hear that the temperment of this breed is similar to that of a Bengal (which we do own). The Toyger breed is recognized by the TICA (The International Cat Association) for registration and evaluation. I think they are still working on getting cats with more curved ears and square faces. Nickolas Titkov, CC BY-SA 2.0, from flickr. One of the latest in designer cat breeds, this domestic cat, bred to resemble a tiger in body, coat and movement, is still somewhat in development. John Chancellor from Tennessee on April 09, 2008: I am learning so much about exotic cats. Thanks for sharing this, my husband isn't glad you shared LOL. It was very interesting to read about a breed currently in development. Imagine my surprise when this kitten jumped into the shower with me today! Copyright Cat-Breeds-Info.com 2011-2018
My friend told me about these and I fell in love with them. Toygers, like most domestic cats, will enjoy both active and quiet time. The one on the orange blanket is absolutely gorgeous. on July 18, 2011: my kitten looks sort of like these toyger kittens. We have ten cats. In 1993 the Toyger was accepted for formal recognition and registration by The International Cat Association, and in 2007 it was accepted as a championship breed. The purpose for these cats was to remind people of the conservation of tigers in the wild. of parkour proud with their acrobatic moves. It can be a "talkative" cat. What are Toyger cats like as pets? The primary physical characteristics include: Depending on how many characteristics your Toyger may have, and whether or not he or she will breed, the price tag for a kitten can range from $500 to $2000 as pets, and $1500-$5000 for breeding/show quality. amy jane from Connecticut on October 03, 2008: Toygers are such a beautiful breed. As an owner of a closely-related Domestic Bengal Cat, I should caution you against letting your Toyger outside unsupervised and/or not on a leash. They are highly intelligent and interactive cats that also get on well with other pets. Adopt a cat from a shelter instead. They can be litter-box trained, and some owners even report success with actual toilet training! And so in a Toyger cats we meet an intelligent, Best, Steph. She is such a great cat....very loving and has some dog like behavior(will play fetch, plays around in her water dish, wags her tail). owners. beautiful! When you adopt a Toyger, you will find that its needs are very similar to those of a regular domestic cat. Pets are first and foremost a responsibility. And yes, Toygers are amazing cats. The Toyger cats may look wild but are The shelter identified him as a "Brown Tiger Domestic Shorthair" which I put into Google & stumbled on this article. I wish I could add one to our cat family! Maybe some day... :-). The Toyger is generally robust and healthy. It's also going to be a high priced commodity like any other possession (yes a pet is a possession, like anything else you own, as defined by law) when it first comes out and is the new "in thing" to have. a Toyger should never be shy. on February 18, 2012: Great information, I really want to rescue a Bengal or Toyger someday! After that, no trouble. I'd love to have a trainable cat who talks, too. those pics are soooooooo adorable!!!!! Among the eight known cat allergens, the most prominent allergen is secretoglobin Fel d 1, and it is produced in the anal glands, salivary glands, and, mainly, in sebaceous glands of cats, and is ubiquitous in the United States, even in households without cats. R the mini tigers / toyger normal cat size when they r adults? i want one. The first book in an epic fantasy series based on human mythology. Also, I planned to toilet train my cat when I get him. That's not the point though - the point is that we as humans have to stop and think about the implications of creating yet another designer breed. anything but that. The Burmese cat is known to have a very dog-like personality, loving nothing more than to follow owners around the home and being involved in everything they are doing. On the other hand, I DO have a cat, and she has been known to go at people with all fours, scratch and bite like the best in the jungle, and she's only a tabby! on May 01, 2010: They are beautiful. Stephanie Marshall (author) from Bend, Oregon on June 19, 2009: Ah QueenAmirah! To me he resembles a tiger in many ways, right down to the preying on a victim....his little sister....lol. end up with more than your fair share of scratches if they learn to connect Can you imagine a cool looking Toyger in the mix?? Very glad to be your fan. I just have to have the one lounging on the orange velvet. I'd heard of them, but never seen one. Bengal, Toyger and Savannah cats are beautiful cats. While they are quite active, they will not exhaust you and are more than happy to curl up in your lap so that you can admire their striking appearance and stroke their luxurious coat. monografiaac from Brazil on April 23, 2008: How can someone not fall in love with its velvet fur? :). The Toyger is a short-haired domestic cat resembling a small tiger. Yet people around the world are clamoring for the unique breed that is both physically striking and has a bold personality. So I was at the Humane society a couple days ago and I see this cat that looks like a tiger. They are very suitable for most households and get on well with children and other pets. God Bless You. i am glad i ran across this site, it cheered me up. The Toyger is a smart, atheltic, and intelligent cat so you'll need to ensure that the mixed breed is kept physically and mentally stimulated. I want one but am horribly allergic to cats. Susan Keeping from Kitchener, Ontario on April 09, 2008: Gadzooks from United Kingdom on April 08, 2008: What lovely looking animals, I thought these were bred in the UK though?? arusho from University Place, Wa. I had to look up on the internet to find out what the heck she was. I miss her so much. PLEASE join my fanclub! till you drop. Does it bite? When you play with your Toyger, don't teach As we learn, his life changed a lot when he died as a teenager, and long years of boredom started in his tomb with only his pet monkey Fingers and his treasure for company. I adopted one of these yesterday from an animal shelter and after doing some research on the breed I have concluded that he was abandoned because he's not show quality (dark black markings w/ a dark grey coat). Very good hub I really didn't realize this was an actual breed of cat. Went to the Toyger site and saw the grand champion! wow, interesting and news to me..!! 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