Orange cats have a unique genetic mutation that gives them their special coats — and this mutation also explains why so many of them are male, two new studies find. Many animals have orange hair, ...

A study from Japan has identified potential genes behind cat purrs, and the discovery could help us understand why our furry companions make these contented rumblings. The new information may ...

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“Through our research, we hope to deepen our understanding of cats and contribute to building happier relationships between cats and humans,” Kyoto University’s Yume Okamoto said. That aspiration ...

From Tama, Japan's most famous stationmaster calico cat, to the lasagna-loving, ginger Garfield, cats with orange fur are both cultural icons and beloved pets. But their distinctive color comes with a ...

EDMONDS, WA, April 24, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- In an exciting step forward for feline genetics research, Darwin’s Ark, the nonprofit behind community-powered pet science, today announced its partnership ...

All cats are unique in their own way, but some cats are more unique than others. If you don’t believe me, just take one look at cats with genetic mutations and you’ll see exactly what I’m talking ...