Cats are interesting animals, and there are a variety of different cat breeds. ‘Are brown cats uncommon?’ on the other hand, has been inquired.
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There may be instances when a cat with this coloration is seen, but it depends on your definition of “rare.” Brown cats are not uncommon in any breed or type of cat, and they can be found in many genes. They are associated with white cats. Therefore, you could claim that they are rarer than other hues included within the typical markings for white cats such as blue eyes and paw patterns. While they are not unique to this coloration, they do not appear to be statistically more common than usual either. So we would suggest that if you see a brown cat you should count yourself lucky rather than unlucky as you are just as likely to see one as any other color!
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If you’re searching for a “unique” cat, the Turkish Van is far more unique and may sell for up to three times as much when sold on. The red gene is the only one available in this breed, so it can’t have any additional hues, including a white coat. As a consequence, the end product is a snow-white cat with vivid crimson ears and a pink nose – quite an unusual sight.
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The Turkish Van is popularly known as a “swimming cat” since it is excellent at swimming and will even hunt fish beneath the surface with its teeth. If you have time, I’d recommend checking out some of our additional information on cats on our site, which we are always expanding.
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Why are Brown Cats So Rare?
 Breeds are often developed with specific colors in mind, and this is sometimes linked with particular breeds being seen as rarer than others. To understand why this might happen, it is helpful to look at how some original breeds are portrayed in human literature or artwork. As an example, are black cats are incredibly hard to find in the UK. There are many theories behind this, with one being that they are seen as unlucky in these parts of the world. To Britons, there are only a few possible explanations for why so many are still being born!
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Other breeds are found with more frequency in different locations and are not particularly sought after – or are even frowned upon! The idea that brown cats are rare is common, but it’s simply down to what you are used to seeing. It probably wouldn’t be considered ‘rare’ if you were living somewhere else on the planet where brown cat breeds are more popular. Â The interesting thing about this breed is that it is carefully bred using genetics. The size and markings are perfectly matched to give it the best possible resemblance to tigers.
Where can I find the brown cats?
 There are numerous locations where you can discover brown cats! Brown cats may be found all throughout the world, and they’re quite common. If you want to get a cat, look for breeds with this coloration, or even seek for one as a stray if you are particularly attracted to this hue.
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What Causes a Brown Cat’s Coat Color to Change?
 Changing your cat’s diet can also alter its coat color, which is influenced by genetics and dietary changes. The color of your cat’s coat will typically change lighter or darker depending on how you feed them. It’s unlikely that their color will completely shift, but it does happen occasionally with white cats, where the genes may be hidden for many generations before suddenly emerging.
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How old must a brown cat be before its fur changes color?
 After they switch their cats’ foods, many people are concerned about how quickly they need to acquire new food supplies. The good news is that there’s no reason to worry. Depending on what your cat eats and the influence it has, his or her coat will change color. Nevertheless, you won’t notice any significant changes for several days.
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Some of the most popular cat breeds
 Oriental Shorthair
This is very much a ‘modern’ breed since it was only developed from around the 1970s onwards. The markings are quite small and not overly dominating on an otherwise lighter-colored body. In fact, they are usually likened to looking as though someone has dusted them with cinnamon powder, as well as having copper-colored eyes.
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Tortoiseshell
These are mostly female cats that have been given a mix of coloring by their genetics, although there are some rarer cases where a male might be born without any orange patches at all. Torties are more common than you might think, although it can take up to three years before they are identified as this type. They are often prized for their attractive coloration (even though it’s not ‘natural’).
Tabby
The most popular brown cat breeds are tabbies. They are found in both long and short-haired varieties. As well as having a very distinctive pattern, tabbies are also known to be one of the friendliest feline species around (although the cuddles might come later rather than sooner on average!). Their temperament can depend on how they are raised, but generally speaking, tabbies are considered to be among the nicest cats out there.
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Tortie Tabby
These are tabby mixes which means that they will have some black coloring alongside any other color that their parents are giving them. They are not as common as the other tabbies are, but are still worth looking for – even if it means setting your heart on finding one!
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Snowshoe
This is a relatively new breed that was developed in America during the 1990s. The name comes from how these cats have white paws which are similar looking to snowshoes, although they are more than happy to be shown off in any color you prefer. In fact, some people will say they are most likely to be brown, black, or red in shades besides their white feet and tail-tip!
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Scottish Fold
These are gentle and affectionate cats who love to spend time with family members and friends of the house. They are very happy to be handled and are sometimes compared to cats like Persians in terms of their calm and laid-back social nature. Of course, they are also recognized for having folded ears, which are not quite like any other cat breed in the world.
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RagaMuffin
Rather than looking sleek and slender, this is a stockier version of a cat that can be found with colors such as brown (and they are often called ‘teddy bear’ cats too!) Their legs are short but powerful while their tails are long, and they will usually weigh up to 11 lbs or so. They are an American breed that became popular during the 1990s.
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Other Cat Breeds With Brown Fur: Siamese, Russian Blue, Egyptian
