This book examines the toyger cat, a cross between a domestic shorthair tabby cat and a Bengal cat. Readers will learn that the toyger is bred to look like a tiny version of a tiger and that although the toyger is a hybrid, it has no tiger blood. The tigers size, coat characteristics, and habitat are mentioned. Also discussed are coat characteristics and personality of the toygers parent breeds, the domestic shorthair tabby and the Bengal cat. Readers will explore the toyger cats history and reproduction as well as this ...
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This book examines the toyger cat, a cross between a domestic shorthair tabby cat and a Bengal cat. Readers will learn that the toyger is bred to look like a tiny version of a tiger and that although the toyger is a hybrid, it has no tiger blood. The tigers size, coat characteristics, and habitat are mentioned. Also discussed are coat characteristics and personality of the toygers parent breeds, the domestic shorthair tabby and the Bengal cat. Readers will explore the toyger cats history and reproduction as well as this hybrids coat characteristics and color. Readers will also learn about the toygers size, behavior, and character. Finally, readers will learn a few tips for caring for this rare and beautiful hybrid. Full-color photos accompany engaging, easy-to-read text. Extras include an index and a glossary. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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