The CFA traces bobtailed cats in Japanese art back to the Middle Ages, and says a Japanese Bobtail with its dominant tail gene will want attention and room to move.
A jumper that asks for attention
The CFA says Japanese Bobtails are highly active with a short attention span, and that their strong back legs let them jump to impressive heights, especially for toys. It adds they need considerable attention and interaction and will ask for it. A four-level tower and a cat tree give a jumper what it needs, and one familiar toy from home helps.
Two coat lengths
Shorthairs have a soft silky coat with no noticeable undercoat, and the CFA suggests combing a few times a month with a flea comb. Longhairs need more frequent combing with a fine, long-tooth comb, though the coat does not tangle or mat. A comb before drop-off is plenty.
A quiet talker
The CFA calls the voice quiet but expressive, a charming conversation without noise. The breed gets along with dogs and children of all ages, while other cats may need extra time to accept them. If your Bobtail has a housemate cat, the two can share a condo for $30 a night for the second cat.
The tail
The CFA says the tail is a dominant gene trait and not cropping, and that there are no known abnormalities linked to the tail. It calls the breed a sturdy natural breed with no specific health concerns. Share any medications with us; they are given at no extra charge.
What a stay costs
One cat is $35 a night on the 2026 rates, so a four-night stay is 4 x $35 = $140 and a seven-night stay is 7 x $35 = $245. Cat day care is $25 a day. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee.
Arrival day
Bring your cat in a carrier during a drop-off window. Staff carry belongings in and walk your pet in. Cats need rabies and FVRCP records good through the end of the stay.