Every so often, a kitten comes along who’s just too cute for words—and Bella is definitely one of them. This tiny gray and white sweetheart has paws that are a little extra, literally. She’s a ...

In times of trouble, there’s always one thing you can count on to lift your spirits, and that’s the sight of a tiny, fluffy kitten taking a cozy nap and stretching adorably. It is scientifically ...

If you hold tight to the belief that less is more, polydactyl cats—also known as mitten cats and Hemingway cats—may give you a reason (or perhaps several of them) to reconsider your position. That's ...

Laura Moss is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience writing about science, nature, culture, and the environment. A polydactyl cat, which may also be called a six-toed cat, is one that is ...

Maine Coons don't get nearly enough credit. These kitties boast a long list of incredible traits, starting with the obvious — they're gorgeous, unique, and sometimes a rarity! These fluffy felines ...

Polydactylism (literally "many-fingered") is a genetic mutation that is passed down via a dominant gene. The trait is found most often in western England, Wales, and the eastern parts of the United ...

The macho writer was a huge cat lover. Now, photographer Henry Hargreaves captures the polydactyl gene-carrying felines of Hemingway Home. Writer Ernest Hemingway is best remembered for his macho ...