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# The Pixie-bob: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United States
A large cat with a lynx-like look, very attached to its family, often polydactyl and with a naturally short tail.
Size LargeLife expectancy 13–16 yearsBudget ≈ €62/monthKitten €1,000 – €2,000
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pixie-bob) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=pixie-bob)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Excellent
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Vocalization Moderate
Strengths and weaknesses
- Lynx-like appearance: Its wild type, short tail and almond-shaped eyes make it immediately recognizable.
- Very family-oriented: It becomes strongly attached to its humans and is particularly suited to households with children.
- Robust and playful: Large, muscular and curious, it remains a true companion cat and not a wild feline.
- Imposing size: It takes up space and can become heavy if it lacks activity.
- Still a rare breed: Kittens from serious breeders are few and often expensive in Europe.
- Claw maintenance: Polydactyly requires regular monitoring of the extra toes.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Families often at home: He enjoys following daily life and regular interactions.
- Cat lovers who appreciate a natural type: His lynx-like appearance appeals without being a wild hybrid.
- Households with children or other animals: His sociable nature makes respectful cohabitation easier.
Not recommended for
- People wanting a very independent cat: He often seeks closeness and does not tolerate being ignored well.
- Homes that are too small without enrichment: His size and need for play require vertical space and activities.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
30 cmPixie-bob
- Height at the withers
- 25–35 cm
- Weight
- 4–8 kg
- Coat
- Short or semi-long, woolly, spotted or ticked, lynx-like appearance
- Origin
- United States
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Pixie-bob in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Pixie-bob was developed in the United States starting in the 1980s, notably in the American Northwest, from domestic cats with a lynx type. Carol Ann Brewer popularized the line from a female cat named Pixie. Stories of hybridization with the bobcat circulated for a long time, but modern registries, including TICA, consider it a domestic cat selected for its wild appearance. The breed was recognized by TICA in the late 1990s.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Pixie-bob is an imposing cat, deeply built, with heavy bone structure and powerful musculature. The head is broad, pear-shaped in reverse, with pronounced eyebrows, ears sometimes tufted and slightly slanted almond-shaped eyes. The tail is naturally short, ideally fairly thick and mobile, without reaching the length of a full tail. The coat, short or semi-long, is dense and woolly, most often brown spotted tabby with ticking that evokes the lynx. Polydactyly is common and accepted by several standards.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Pixie-bob is known for its dog-like attachment: it often follows its humans, seeks contact and integrates very well into family life. Calm at home when it has enough activity, it remains curious, intelligent and not very aggressive. It is particularly appreciated with respectful children.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, he likes to observe, play hunting games and stay close to his loved ones. He often vocalizes with clicks, trills or a chirp rather than with shrill meows. He adapts to apartment living if he has vertical space, games and a regular presence. Secure access to the outdoors enriches his life but is not essential.
Training
## Training and socialization
Intelligent and cooperative, the Pixie-bob easily learns recall, targeting and a few tricks through positive reinforcement. Consistency, play and measured food rewards work better than any constraint. Early socialization to handling, transport and other animals makes adult life easier.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Pixie-bob
The Pixie-bob remains quite rare in Europe, which keeps breeding prices often between €1,000 and €2,000. Type, polydactyly, long hair and the quality of socialization influence the price. You should also plan for the routine upkeep of a large indoor cat.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/pixie-bob/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Pixie-bob is generally considered a robust cat, originating from a fairly natural base. Like any large-format cat, it deserves attention to the joints, weight and urinary function. The short tail results from a mutation distinct from that of the Manx; reputable lines avoid the extremes associated with neurological disorders.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/pixie-bob/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
Large, muscular cat, the Pixie-bob needs a complete diet, rich in animal proteins and adjusted to its ideal weight. Quality kibble or a mixed diet are suitable, provided that energy is controlled.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/pixie-bob/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The name Pixie-bob comes from the founding cat Pixie and from the short tail (bob). Many individuals have more than five toes per paw, a trait sought after in the breed. Despite its look of a small lynx, it is not a wild hybrid: it is a companion cat selected for this type.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Pixie-bob
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Pixie-bob a lynx hybrid?
No. Despite its wild appearance and old accounts of hybridization, registries consider it a domestic cat selected for this type.
### Is polydactyly normal in the Pixie-bob?
Yes, it is common and accepted by several standards. It simply requires good claw care.
### Is the Pixie-bob suitable for families?
Yes, it is one of its strengths: it is generally patient, attached to its humans, and comfortable with respectful children.
## Find a Pixie-bob breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Pixie-bob breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Pixie-bob breeders by country
[1 breeder of Pixie-bob in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pixie-bob)
[All breeders of Pixie-bob in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pixie-bob)
## Ready to welcome a Pixie-bob?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pixie-bob)
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