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Kristine Lacoste has been researching dog and cat breeds for nearly a decade and has observed the animals up close at dog shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom. She is the author of the book One Unforgettable Journey, which was named as a finalist for a Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of America, and was host of a weekly pet news segment on the National K-9 Academy Radio Show. In addition, she was the New Orleans coordinator for Dogs on Deployment, a nonprofit that helps military members and their pets, for 3 years. Kristine has researched and written about pet behaviors and care for many years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, another bachelor’s degree in English and a Master of Business Administration degree.
The birman cat is the only colorpoint breed with pure-white gloves on all four paws. This breed profile covers origins, personality, colors, grooming, health, lifespan, price, and how the Birman compares to the Ragdoll.
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The Somali cat is the long-haired Abyssinian, nicknamed the "fox cat" for its bushy plumed tail and wild agouti-ticked coat. Learn about colors, personality, health (PRA, pyruvate kinase), grooming, and cost in this complete breed guide.
