What is a polecat?
A polecat is not a cat, or a pole. It is a nocturnal European weasel.
“Polydactyly, having extra toes, was once very common in Maine Coons and may have worked like natural snowshoes for walking on snow. Many show standards now disqualify it, but some breeders keep polydactyl lines going.”
Reference: Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
More facts about cats.
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What is the official state cat of Maine?
The Maine Coon became Maine's official state cat in 1985, which makes sense for a breed that developed naturally in the state's harsh New England winters.
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.