Those mutated cats were bred with British and American Shorthairs to establish the breed. Instead, the cat developed spontaneously due to a random genetic mutation that occurred in some farm cats in Scotland. But they weren’t created by selective breeding. With folded-over ears and a soft round face, the Scottish Fold is one of the most adorable cats ever. Scottish Fold Image Credit: Alexander Sobol, Shutterstock

For an Angora to be registered by the Cat Fanciers’ Association, its lineage must be traceable back to Turkey.Ģ. Though original Angoras were white with blue or green eyes, they now come in many colors, including an orange tabby. This feline developed naturally and is considered a national treasure in their country of origin. Originating in Turkey centuries ago, the Turkish Angora is one of the oldest breeds of domesticated cats, with documentation of the breed reaching back to the 1600s. Turkish Angora Cat Image Credit: Vadim Petrakov, Shutterstock But before we check them out, let’s discuss a few more facts about these cute orange cats.

If you’re looking for a friendly orange feline to add to your family, there are 11 breeds that make perfect candidates. But it turns out that orange cats are more social, friendly, and outgoing, at least according to National Geographic 1. Either way, orange cats seem to be the most popular cats from New York to Hollywood. Maybe it’s because they share a color with tigers or because we associate orange cats with friendly, outgoing felines.

Cute orange tabby cat