One important thing to consider when you are bringing a tortoiseshell cat or kitten into your home is to make sure that you take out an adequate insurance policy. Although we would always advise that you take out a full programme of vaccinations for your tortie while she is a kitten, there is still the … Read more
Tortoiseshell cats make more than good pets, they have a very rich history and a place in folklore in many different cultures. Although we know that the beautiful tortoiseshell pattern comes from the result of a complex genetical pattern that is only found in female cats, the Khymers of South East Asia believed that the first … Read more
Choosing a name for the new member of your family is a big decision as once her name sticks, you are all going to have to live with it for as long as she is around. It goes without saying that selecting a name is a very personal decision, but it can also be great … Read more
One thing that you are certain to notice when you become a cat owner is the amount of time that your cat will spend asleep! Tortoiseshell cats and kittens can be full of energy, playing and interacting with their owners as well as getting out and about in the garden and the neighbourhood – but they … Read more
As your fluffy tortoiseshell kitten grows into a full grown adult, she will become an important part of the household that you will not want to lose! If you let her out of the house, she will be keen to explore her new territory and it can be worrying if she comes back to the … Read more
Becoming a cat owner is a lot of fun and a big responsibility, and owning a cat will bring an extra dimension to you and your family’s life. Your family will love watching your new arrival grow into a playful kitten and then a full grown adult – so it is vital that you take … Read more
Tortoiseshell kittens are very cute but they are also a big responsibility, so bringing a kitten into your home is not a decision to be taken lightly. Your kitten is likely to live for 15-20 years, so you need to be able to provide a warm and loving home for her – and she will … Read more
One of the distinctive features of a tortie is her strong and forceful personality, which is often known as ‘Tortitude’. Although there is no scientific evidence to support this, Tortoiseshell cat owners will usually have plenty of Tortitude stories to tell if you give them a chance!Tortoiseshell Cat PersonalityTorties are very possessive of their owners, … Read more
Tortoiseshell Cats have a beautiful coat made up of a rich tapestry of colours, and this site is dedicated to our favourite cats! A huge number of colours can be found in the coat of a ‘tortie’, and these cats will usually have brindled coats with patches of orange, red, chocolate and white. The size … Read more
