Personality

The Japanese Bobtail is a highly personable cat that loves to be in the company of people. It can be more vocal than many felines, but its voice is softer and more melodious than that of the Siamese and most other exotic oriental shorthairs. The Bobtail makes a bright, affectionate, well-behaved companion both for people and for other pets. Like many other purebred cats, it does not thrive being kept isolated or alone for long periods of time, nor does it do well living in the out-of-doors. The Japanese Bobtail needs to be an intimate, well-integrated part of the family and certainly is deserving of that level of attention and commitment from its owners. The Bobtail is highly adaptable and enjoys a bustling, stimulating living atmosphere. This is the perfect cat breed for homes with lots of children.

Activity Level

Japanese Bobtails are athletic, agile and strong. They also are inquisitive and quite playful, providing hours of non-stop entertainment for their human family-members. Bobtail homes should have plenty of toys, scratching posts and climbing structures to fulfill this cat’s need for play. It enjoys interacting with other pets and with people, but seems equally content to occupy itself with playful solo adventures.

Behavioral Traits

Bobtails enjoy roughhousing and are especially fond of retrieving and playing fetch. They are also known to enjoy perching on their owner’s shoulders, catching a free ride around the house. This sociable breed is treasured for its intelligence and friendly, outgoing disposition.