What breed is My cat black and white

If you have been wondering what breeds you can find with the white and black color scheme, it turns out there are quite a few breeds capable of the bi-color pattern. The black and white can be a random pattern, or it can be the pattern known as a tuxedo, a design that resembles the tuxedo suit.

We have searched the internet and our local library and have found 14 cat breeds capable of producing offspring with a black and white color scheme.

The 14 Black and White Cat Breeds

The British Shorthair is a pedigreed version of the British domestic cat. The most familiar coat is British blue, but it is available in many colors and patterns, including black and white. It remains a popular breed and resembles the Chesire Cat from Alice in Wonderland.

The Cornish Rex is a hairless cat, and it sports a thin coat of soft down instead that can be straight or wavy. These cats naturally like to stay indoors, and you can often find them by the furnace or radiators trying to get warm. Their thin coats come in a wide variety of colors, including black and white. These are very curious cats that enjoy the company of humans.

Cymric cats are very similar to the Manx breed but with long hair. Several experts protest that the Cymric is not a stand-alone breed buts a long-haired version of the Manx. The Cymric is said to have originated in Canada, and it has no association with the Welsh despite its name. This tailless cat is available in several colors and patterns, including black and white and tuxedo.

A domestic cat is simply one that has no lineage and is essentially a cat mutt. The Domestic Longhair is simply a long-haired version of this type of cat. The Domestic Longhair is available in any color and pattern, including black and white, and tuxedo.

The Domestic Shorthair is another type of cat without a direct lineage or specific breed and is the most common type of cat in America. Like the Domestic Longhair, these cats are available in every conceivable color and pattern, including black and white.

The Japanese Bobtail is a cat breed with a bobtail that resembles that of a rabbit. It’s native to Japan, but you can find them worldwide and in folklore and artwork. White calico is the most sought-after color pattern, but this breed is available in several other colors, including black and white.

The Maine Coon cat is the largest domesticated cat breed in the world. This breed often weighs over 13 pounds and can reach 38 inches in length, including the tail. They are known as gentle giants and are easy to train. You can find Maine Coon cats in a wide variety of attractive coats, including black and white.

The Manx cat is the ancestor of the Cymric breed. It’s a short-haired cat with a naturally occurring bobtail, long back legs, and a rounded head. They come in all colors and patterns, including black and white, and are excellent hunters, often chosen as a ship’s cat. There are plenty of tales telling how the Manx lost its tail, but it most likely occurs due to a dominant gene in the breeds DNA.

The Munchkin cat breed is one of the more recent breeds and is instantly recognizable by its extremely short legs. The short legs result from a genetic mutation, which causes it to look like it has dwarfism. The Munchkin is considered the original dwarf cat, but there is controversy concerning its health and mobility issues. You can find the Munchkin in all colors and patterns and Is also available in long and short hair versions.

The Oriental Shorthair is a close relative to the Siamese cat and has the same head and body but is available in a wide range of colors, including black and white. These cats remain playful until adulthood and enjoy playing games of fetch. Oriental shorthair cats prefer to live in a pair or group and enjoy human companionship.

Persian cats have long hair and a short muzzle. Selective breeding has allowed it to have plenty of colors, including black and white, that may not have been originally available. Unfortunately, this same breeding process has caused the breed to have an increasingly flat face that could be harmful to its health. In 2015 the Persian cat was the second most popular breed in America.

The Scottish Fold breed has a natural genetic mutation that affects the cartilage causing the ears to bend forward, giving the cat an owl-like appearance. It has a reputation for being unusually loving and is, therefore, one of the most sought-after cat breeds. You can find Scottish folds in any color or pattern, including black and white, and the hair can be long or short.

The Siberian cat is centuries old but recently developed into a standard breed. It’s also known as the Siberian Forest Cat and the Moscow Semi-Longhair. It’s a medium-large cat that is hypoallergenic and known for its incredible agility and athleticism.  It’s available in many colors and patterns, including black and white.

The Turkish Angora is an ancient cat breed that originated in Central Turkey. Documentation of this breed goes back to the 17th century, and many claims it is the origin of the white color as well as long hair. The most popular color for this breed is pure white, but many other colors exist, including black and white.

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Summary

We hope you have enjoyed reading over all these different cat breeds. If you want a black and white cat quickly and inexpensively, you can’t go wrong with the Domestic Shorthair or Domestic Longhair breeds. The black and white color scheme is prevalent in both species, and a trip to the local animal shelter will most likely have several you can purchase. If you are looking for something a little more exotic, any other breeds will do, but the Scottish Fold is especially loving. We recommend avoiding the Cornish Rex if you live in a colder climate because they are very sensitive to temperature and have no means of staying warm.

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Black-and-white cats come ready to party. After all, they're already wearing a tuxedo!

Every day can be a fancy affair when you have a black-and-white cat. Who doesn’t love a feline dressed in his finest tuxedo look? Maybe you’re drawn to these two-tone beauties because they match the tight color palette of your farmhouse-style decor. Maybe it’s the potential for fabulously descriptive names that makes you want one (Bandit? Barcode? James Bond?).

If you’re hoping to add a black-and-white cat to your family, there are plenty of breeds to choose from. They can come in a variety of sizes, personalities, and patterns—ranging from the elegant tabby stripe to a cute, bicolor magpie cat. Read on to see which black-and-white cat breeds are best suited to you. 

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Maine Coon

Maine coon cats are the largest domestic cat breed, and they’re known for their long, shaggy fur and bushy tails. These fluffy felines are very sweet and social with humans. Their fur commonly appears in bicolor black-and-white or tabby, but also in brown and shades of ginger. Their vibrant eyes range from blue to green and gold.

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Cornish Rex

The playful Cornish rex has a distinctive appearance (you can’t miss those large eyes, bat-like ears, and curly short hair) and loves to climb and sprint. But it's not all playtime; they tend to enjoy the company of their humans too. They’re found in a variety of colors, including combinations of black-and-white, all-white, all-black, orange, brown, and gray. And that signature curly hair often has a variety of patterns and markings.

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Manx

This friendly, tailless kitty can have either long or short hair and is found in a variety of colors and patterns, including the classic tuxedo look. Manx are very smart, often picking up on tricks and playing fetch. And they enjoy following their humans around the house as much as snuggling up next to you on the sofa. These cats require a lot of attention and shouldn’t be left alone for long periods at a time.

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Oriental Shorthair

This elegant, distinctive cat has a sleek body with large ears and almond eyes. You can find them in many colors, including shades of white, black, cream, ginger, and brown, with a variety of patterns and markings. Oriental shorthair cats form strong bonds with their owners and enjoy lots of affection. 

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Persian

It’s easy to spot a Persian, with their round faces and gorgeous long hair. They’re usually friendly, and enjoy sunbathing throughout the day—the perfect activity for a cat with a Hollywood history (Marilyn Monroe owned a Persian named Mitsou). Persian cats come in many colors, like white, gray, orange, brown—and of course, the classic piebald black and white.

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Scottish Fold

Scottish fold cats are incredibly smart and enjoy playing with challenging toys that involve figuring out a certain task. They prefer hanging out with humans, so they shouldn’t be left alone for too long. Their name comes from their signature folded ears, which lie close to their head. These cute cats have medium to long hair, and come in a variety of colors, including magpie, white, black, red, and cream.

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Siberian

Siberian cats tend to have semi-long hair and are fairly large, weighing between 8 and 17 pounds. They’re friendly and very affectionate, and will likely follow you around the house, climbing into your lap when you settle into a chair. This active breed enjoys playing fetch and learning tricks, and climbing to a high point in the room for a good perch.

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Turkish Van

Turkish von cats are beloved for their sturdy build, playful, active nature and for being one of the relatively rare breeds of cat that has an affinity for water. Their name comes from the "van pattern" of their coloration: an all-white body with different color spots (including black) on their heads and a solid-color tail of the same color. This cat is super-smart and will play fetch or even learn to walk on a leash. While affectionate, they are not usually lap cats.

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Munchkin

These little cats live up to their name. With legs that are about 3 inches shorter than regular cats, they are a dwarf breed who carry around their normal-size bodies on adorably tiny legs. Munchkins are known for being very social with humans and forming a close bond with their owners. Despite their size, they’re active cats that enjoy playing and jumping. While they can come in distinctive two-tone coloring, tabby and calico are more common colorations.