Top 5 Reasons 'Moggies' Are Awesome

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Nicolas, selected from petMD
January 21, 2012
4:06 pm
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Top 5 Reasons ‘Moggies’ (Cat Mutts) Are Awesome

Moggies Are Sooo In

No, we haven’t lost our marbles, nor is “moggy” some strange, new cat breed. It is the loving British slang word for non-pedigree cats (aka Domestics) — and they’re awesome. Not convinced yet? Here are the top five reasons moggies take the cake (and the litter box).

#5 They’re Robust to the Brim

It’s nature. When animals can breed on their own, nature has a way of selecting the best genes, allowing the strongest and the fittest to be born. A moggy is often genetically primed to be healthier, smarter, and more robust than her purebred cousins. In fact, many moggies have been found to be less likely to suffer from diseases than their purebred counterparts.

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Mel M.

8:59AM PST on Feb 18, 2012

Thanks for sharing

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Dianna B.

5:51AM PST on Feb 16, 2012

Cats have saved my sanity. They are the great role models. Thanks!

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Eternal G.

4:51PM PST on Feb 14, 2012

HA CATS RULE!!!

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Darlene H.

5:29AM PST on Feb 14, 2012

As I'm reading these comments it's easy and wonderful to see how much we love all kitties especially our moggies!
Thank you all from the bottom of my Heart!

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Caddie H.

9:48PM PST on Feb 13, 2012

So very very true! Every cat has their own gorgeous personality - I have never met a cat not worthy of my time and affection!!

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Sue T.

6:23PM PST on Feb 8, 2012

both of my cats are "moggies" or strays in the USA...Munch & Tayler are the best!

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Debbie C.

7:06AM PST on Feb 7, 2012

Nicolas, now - you know cats are NOT clumsy - they meant to do that (ha-ha-ha).

All 5 of my cats are 'Moggies.' They are all beautiful, precious, and lovable.

I love all the pictures and the article. Thanks!!!

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Vera C.

3:20AM PST on Feb 7, 2012

Thank you for sharing both thoughts and photos. they reminded me of all the cats (moggies, of course) in my life.

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tetyana p.

11:40AM PST on Feb 6, 2012

all my four cats are moggies, but they are the funniest and the most clever catys ever! i love them so much, they are my reason to go to work every day!!! moggies are amazing!!!