What is a polecat?
A polecat is not a cat, or a pole. It is a nocturnal European weasel.
“An American Shorthair is a pedigreed breed with a written standard, while a "domestic shorthair" is just a general term for a mixed-breed cat with short fur.”
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 is the difference between traditional and modern Siamese cats?
Modern show Siamese have long, slender bodies and sharp wedge-shaped heads, while "traditional" Siamese have rounder heads and sturdier builds, closer to how the breed looked in the early 1900s.