What Is a Domestic Short Hair Cat
A domestic short hair cat is not a breed at all, but rather a mixed-ancestry cat with a varied genetic background—similar to a “mutt” in the dog world.
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A domestic short hair cat is not a breed at all, but rather a mixed-ancestry cat with a varied genetic background—similar to a “mutt” in the dog world.
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