Both Tuxedo and Cheetoh are originated from United States. Both Tuxedo and Cheetoh are having almost same weight. Tuxedo may live 4 years more than Cheetoh. Both Tuxedo and Cheetoh has same litter size. Tuxedo requires Moderate maintenance. But Cheetoh requires Low maintenance
The Tuxedo cat is essentially a black and white cat and the name comes from him looking like he is dressed in a formal tuxedo.
Tuxedos aren’t a new cat breed and they have been around for thousands of years. Tuxedo is merely describing the coat of the cat. So the Tuxedo cat isn’t a cat breed but rather a pattern color. A Persian cat as an example, can be a tuxedo cat because of its coat.
The Cheetoh is a beautiful cat whose parent breeds are the Ocicat and the Bengal.
It was in 2001 that these two breeds were crossed by breeder Carol Drymon. Drymon was wanting to develop a new cat that would have characteristics similar to that of a wild cat but that would behave like a domesticated cat.
The Cheetoh became a recognized and registered breed with the United Feline Organization in November of 2004.
A tuxedo cat has distinct coat colors. Their bicolor coats are soft and sleek and sometimes the colors aren't limited to just black and white but they can be orange, gray or tortoiseshell.
Because Tuxedo cats aren’t a breed, nothing is really set in stone with them and their size ranges. This means he can weigh between 3 and 7kg or 8 or even 9kg. The eyes of the Tuxedo cat are nearly always green.
The Tuxedo cat’s personality is varied as well because it can be any breed of cat. There are some Tuxedo cat owners who will say that their cats have a definite Tuxedo personality, but there is no research that indicates that these cats have a particular personality.
They are all different. Most Tuxedo cats however are friendly, social, loving, and lively.
For a housecat, the Cheetoh is a muscular and large breed. In fact, this is one of the largest breeds of all the domesticated cats, with males being bigger than females. They can weigh anything between 7 and 10kg.
People want to own an animal that looks like a wild cat and the Cheetoh looks like a Cheetah. The coat of the cat can be several different colors and can be in different patterns with spots and stripes. He gets the spots from both the parent cats - the Ocicat and the Bengal. He definitely getd the longer legs from the Ocicat.
The purpose of the Cheetoh breeding program was to create an exotic, intelligent cat with a wild look and that would also be larger than your regular domestic cat. You could say it's the cats wonderfully soft, a velvety coat that makes it such an attractive cat.
Also, another notable feature with the cat is the way it walks - it looks as though it is stalking and prowling.
The cats are bred in 6 colors referred to as the black- or brown-spotted sienna, the black-spotted smoke the black- or brown-spotted gold, the black-spotted silver and the gold-spotted.
Your fascinating Cheetoh is a fun-loving cat, being playful and energetic and he will require a large yard and require being exercised.
They’re gentle cats but are talkative, being quietly friendly and social.
They make great family pets. They become devoted to their human family, being loyal and companionable. He is an affectionate, loving cat and his intelligence allows him to learn some simple commands and tricks.
He is the kind of cat that will do well in a family with kids and pets as he loves playfulness and fun, but he also wants to receive lots of love and attention.
The tuxedo cat is such a sport - always up for fun and games. Cats like the tuxedo are always a great choice of pet.
Cats like the tuxedo are also low maintenance and he is clever enough to even have a bit of training.
The tuxedo cat, even though he likes the outdoors, can also be an apartment cat. He also gets on well with children and other pets in the home. Having a tuxedo in the home is guaranteed to fill your home with joy, and you owe it to him to provide him with lots of love and attention.
Cheetohs are a wonderful breed of cat and will love a busy household of adult humans, kids, and other pets.
Remember that because of their wild side they have a high prey instinct and might like the idea of going after your small pets such as fish and birds.
Intelligent and playful you will need to keep your Cheetoh entertained and exercised with both mentally and physically stimulating puzzle-type games. One thing is for sure, with a Cheetoh in your home, you're never going to have a dull moment.
The Tuxedo cat has no real health concerns and that is just another reason why they make such popular pets. There are, however, always health issues that a cat can succumb to.
This is caused by kidney disease. It is one of the leading causes of death in older cats, and causes can include age but also genetics.
Your cat can show a number of symptoms such as excessive urination, nausea, terrible thirst, dehydration, constipation, and loss of appetite.
There is no cure for feline kidney disease but it can be treated and managed, and that is why you will need to see the vet.
This is the dreaded feline distemper for which your cat will need to be vaccinated against. It is a highly contagious viral disease, with kittens being more at risk.
After contracting the disease. It can spread through bodily fluids as well as fleas and is mostly transmitted by contaminated food and water bowls as well as litter trays.
The disease affects the intestinal tract of the cat and attacks the immune systems. Your cat will be vomiting, have diarrhea and anemia and he will have loss of appetite, lethargy and be totally and utterly down in the dumps.
Cancer is common in cats of all ages. When you brush your Tuxedo, be aware of any unusual lumps. Lymphoma is a common cancer in cats.
Whenever you buy a pet, particularly an exotic type of pet where you’ve spent a lot of money, make sure to check out potential health issues from the breeders.
Always make sure to buy your cat from a reputable source to avoid health issues that could drastically shorten your Cheetoh cat’s life.
As with all cats, there are potential genetic problems in their ancestry that might reveal itself in your cat.
Certainly, if you suspect something is wrong, get your cat to the vet immediately.
The Tuxedo cat is cared for in much the same way that you would care for any other cat really.
The coat of the Tuxedo requires no special treatment as the coat isn’t really ever long. Simply brush it at least once a week to reduce matting and dust collecting on the coat. You want to keep it shiny and sleek.
Provide a scratching post and a climbing tree as these are both taking care of natural instincts of a cat – to scratch and to leap.
Ensure your pet isn’t bored. Provide him with plenty of opportunities to have fun and to play. Provide him with interactive toys to keep him amused.
Cats like to sleep quite a bit so provide him with a nice soft bed in a quiet area.
If your Tuxedo is an indoor cat, he will need a litter box in a quiet area. Be sure to clean the litter box of feces every single day. Make sure that the actual litter is kept clean and tidy.
Your Tuxedo cat should be fed the same diet as any other cat. This is because every cat there is is a carnivore and their diet has to be made up of meat. A wet food diet or a dry food diet is available but make sure it is always of the highest quality. This will ensure your pet gets all the nutrients to ensure good health. Discuss your cat's s dietary needs with your vet if you are in any doubt.
Although the Cheetoh is considered to be a hypoallergenic cat, no cat is really so, but nonetheless the coat is lovely and velvety and is shiny and short, being low shedding as well.
He will need lots of exercise, but luckily with his dog-like attributes, he can be taught to walk on a leash,
Ensure your cat has a nice dry, warm sleeping area.
These are energetic cats and he will need a complete commercially manufactured cat food that is high in protein, after all this is a carnivore and they require meaty diets.
If in any kind of doubt as to what to feed your Cheetoh, speak with your veterinarian if you have any concerns.
Make sure that your cat is never without a constant supply of fresh, cool water. A water fountain, with moving water, always encourages water drinking with cats.