Rare and Experimental Hybrid Cats
In addition to the more common hybrid cat breeds featured on this site, there are many more rar...
In addition to the more common hybrid cat breeds featured on this site, there are many more rare and experimental hybrid cats that have been produced or are being attempted. Here is a more complete list of hybridisations and hybridisation attempts.
Breeds derived from Hybridisations between domestic Cats & wild Felids
- Bengal: domestic Cat / Asian Leopard Cat (Prionailurus bengalensis)
- Bristol: domestic Cat / Margay (Leopardus wiedii)
- Chausie aka Stone Cougar : domestic Cat / Jungle Cat aka swamp-lynx (Felis chaus)
- Cheetoh: Ocicat / Bengal
- Jungle-Bob: Pixie-bob / Jungle Cat aka swamp-lynx (F. Chaus)
- Jungle-Curl: Hemingway Curl aka American Curl / Jungle Cat aka swamp-lynx (Felis chaus)
- Layanese: Tonkinese / Himalayan
- Machbagral and/or Viverral: domestic Cat / Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus)
- Pantherette: Pixie-bob / Asian Leopard Cat (Prionailurus bengalensis)
- Punjabi: (domestic Cat with Indian Desert-Cat aka Asiatic Wildcat (Felis s. ornata)
- Safari: (domestic Cat with Geoffroy’s Cat (Leopardus geoffroyii)
- Savannah and/or Ashera: (domestic Cat with Serval (Leptailurus serval)
- Serengeti: Oriental / Bengal
- Toyger: domestic Cat / Bengal
- Ussuri: domestic Cat / Amur Asian Leopard Cat (Prionailurus b. euptailura)
- Caracat: Domestic Cat / Caracal (accidental Hybridisation, Moscow Zoo, 1998)
- Oncicat: Domestic Cat / Oncilla (Little Spotted Cat/Tiger Cat)
- Domestic Cat / Black-footed Cat (F. nigripes)
- Domestic Cat / Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus) (wild-occurring Hybrids, India)
Breeds derived from multiple Hybridisations between domestic Cats & Felids
- Afro-Chausie: Chausie / African Wildcat (F. s. lybica)
- Euro-Chausie: Chausie / European Wildcat (F. s. silvestris)
- Scottie-Chausie: Chausie / Scottish Wildcat (F. s. grampia)
Attempted or unconfirmed Hybridisation between domestic Cats & Felids
- Jaguarundi Curl (alleged name) aka Mandalan Jaguar (proposed name) : Domestic Cat / Jaguarundi
- Domestic Cat / Canada Lynx
- Domestic Cat / Bobcat (Felis rufus)
- Domestic Cat / Pallas Cat (Otocolobus manula)
Layanese: Tonkinese / Himalayan
I think you need to check your facts more carefully. This is not a wild hybrid!
Tonkinese is an intermediate between the Siamese and Burmese. Himalayan is the colourpointed version of the Persian cat. Both parents are domestic breeds, not wildcats.
There is also no such breed as the Oncicat; sounds like someone is inventing names for the sake of it. The only 3 surviving oncilla/Aby hybrids all proved sterile and could not be bred.
Layanese: Tonkinese / Himalayan
This is not a wild hybrid. The Tonkinese is a relative of the Siamese & Burmese. The Himalayan is a colourpoint Persian. This is a wholly domestic breed.
There is no such breed as the Oncicat. The 3 surviving oncilla/Aby hybrids (all female) were sterile. They were never develped as a breed and no breed name was assigned.
I have a Layanese male just turned one yr old, very vocal and loving. I am looking to find him a Layanese girlfriend.. though have been unsucessfull sofar. If anyone has a girl for sale pls email me at primetimethenwot@yahoo.com
I think there are have also been attempts to produce an Ocelot / domestic hybrid (actually I may have read that on Messybeast’s website). However, no firm evidence as yet, athough the crossing is thought to be possible. Given that Ocelots themselves seem to make good pets (Salvidor Dali had one), the results of a crossing should be quite pet suitable!
I am looking for a jungle curl to buy or a curl ear bigger cat. does anyone know how I can find a breeder who sells them?
I have been breeding Layanese cats for two years now, and currently have a litter of four for sale at the momment. Yes Layanese are a still a new designer breed, but they are by far one of the most affectionate cats you will ever own. The sooner they become a recognised breed the better.
I agree, I have a layanese Coco (sometimes referred to as King coco) and he is the most adorable, loving cat with a really big personality. He is vocal, cuddly and will follow you around like a puppy. Coco is great with everyone, no matter what age, especially if someone is down or sick almost has a sixth sense about it.
Ihave read lots of negative comments about it not being a breed but I would have to say these cats seem to have some consistent qualities that make them great pets so I believe it will have to be recognized eventually.
Hi Cassie, I have a 4yo male Layanese and he is the most beautiful cat, he has an amazing nature, is affectionate, can be playful, is just a delight to own. I would love to touch base with you as I think this will be a breed to watch – regardless of what people say about their heritage – hey, we came from convicts!!
My partner and I have an 11 week old Layanese kitten. We called her Coco-Chanel because of the fact (she cost a heap) of the “designer” element. All that aside, I have to admit reading forums and sites have me wondering. Coco is absolutely gorgeous. She speaks to me constantly and has the most adorable nature. Yes, she is acting like a naughty little kitten. However, I know this little sweetheart will be a delight for as long as we love her. I am feeding her raw chicken and roo meat. She won’t eat dry food or wet cat food. When we got he from the petshop she was not eating. Naturally there is a settling in period. By day 3 she was screaming for food, not her kibble that they suggested but food. I looked on her papers (not registered) and they were feeding her the raw to date. No wonder she was the runt of the little to the vet who looked at her. She has a great appetite and is putting on weight, active and exactly what I expected in a playful kitten. I do need help with her diet, I am concerned she will be too fat and / or the nutrition value may not be balanced.
My siamese cat follows me everywhere around the house. He sleeps in my bed with me and he talks normally only to me. He also seems to forgive me more easily than others(ex. when I step on his tail). Do seal point siamese cats have that in common?