What is a polecat?
A polecat is not a cat, or a pole. It is a nocturnal European weasel.
“The silver tabby, with bold black swirls on a silver background, is the American Shorthair's most iconic look.”
Reference: Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
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How did the American Shorthair's ancestors arrive in North America?
The American Shorthair's ancestors are believed to have arrived with early European settlers, who brought cats on their ships to protect food supplies from rats and mice.
What colors do Labrador Retrievers come in?
The AKC recognizes only three Labrador Retriever colors: black, yellow, and chocolate. "Fox red" Labs are technically a dark shade of yellow, and "silver" Labs aren't accepted under the breed standard.