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Mark your calendars for April 30 because it's National Tabby Day – a day dedicated to celebrating our beloved and unique striped feline friends! Did you know that tabby cats are not a specific breed, but rather a coat pattern that can be found in different breeds? These adorable kitties have been popular throughout history, even appearing in ancient Egyptian art. Whether you have a tabby cat or simply admire them from afar, this is the perfect day to shower them with love and attention. So let's give our furry friends some extra treats and cuddles on this special holiday!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1588</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tabby Term Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>The word "tabby" derives from "Atabi", a type of striped taffeta silk from Baghdad, known in English as "atabis" and then "tabis".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tabby Cats in London</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 17th century, the term "Tabby" was used in London to refer to a cat whose coat resembled a striped silk taffeta.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tabby Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 19th century, the term "tabby cat" became widely recognized to describe coat patterns in cats.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Genetic Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Scientists discover the Taqpep gene, which controls the development of the classic tabby coat pattern.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Tabby Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The inaugural National Tabby Day was celebrated, founded by the New York City Feral Cat Initiative, Bideawee, and famous cat lover and author Gwen Cooper.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Adopt a Tabby Cat</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate National Tabby Day than by giving a loving home to a tabby cat in need? Visit your local animal shelter and find your new furry friend.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a Tabby-Themed Party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a tabby-themed party! Decorate with pictures of tabby cats, serve snacks in the shape of cat treats, and have a cat toy-making station for your guests to create their own toys for their furry friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support a Local Cat Rescue</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>National Tabby Day is the perfect time to show some love to our feline friends in need. Make a donation or volunteer at a local cat rescue organization to help give tabby cats a second chance at finding a forever home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share Tabby Cat Photos on Social Media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join in on the fun and share pictures of your own tabby cat or your favorite tabby cat photos on social media using the hashtag #NationalTabbyDay. This will help spread awareness about this special day and show off the cuteness of tabby cats!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Tabby Cat Art Piece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make a tabby cat art piece! Use different mediums like painting, drawing, or even making a sculpture. You can display it in your home or give it as a gift to a fellow tabby cat lover.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tabby cats are adorable and unique</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether they have classic stripes, spots, or swirl patterns, tabby cats have a special charm that's hard to resist. They also come in many colors, making each one truly one-of-a-kind. It's no wonder why so many people adore these cute and colorful felines!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tabby cats make great companions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Tabby cats are known for their affectionate and friendly personalities. They love to cuddle and play with their owners, making them the perfect furry companion for those looking for a loving pet. Plus, they have a reputation for being low-maintenance and adaptable to different living environments!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tabby cats have a rich history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Did you know that tabby cats have been around for centuries? In ancient Egypt, they were worshiped as sacred animals and were even depicted in hieroglyphics. They have also played a role in various folklore and legends around the world. So not only are they cute and cuddly, but they also have a rich cultural significance!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Tabby's Stripe Pattern is Unique</h3><p class='facts-content'>Just like human fingerprints, no two Tabby cats have the same pattern. Their stripes are distinctive and exclusive to each individual cat.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>'M' Marking Legend in a Tabby's Forehead</h3><p class='facts-content'>Tabby cats often have an 'M' shaped marking on their forehead. According to a legend, it is believed that the Virgin Mary bestowed it as a sign of gratitude to a tabby who comforted Jesus in the manger.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tabby Cats Have Four Distinct Patterns</h3><p class='facts-content'>Tabby cats display four traditional stripe patterns: Mackerel (most common, with continuous parallel stripes), Spotted (round spots), Classic (whirls ending in a target on the side), and Ticked (few stripes, mostly fine granulation).</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tabbies Come in Different Colors</h3><p class='facts-content'>While brown tabbies are common, tabbies come in a variety of colors including grey, orange, black, and cream. Each tabby cat has a unique set of stripes that can be a single color, or a combination of colors.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some Tabbies Have Long Hair</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to popular belief, tabby cats aren't limited to short hair. The tabby pattern can appear in various cat breeds both with short and long hairs that include Maine Coons, Persians, and Siberians.</p></div></div>
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