The frajola cat is not a breed of cat. In fact, this curious name refers to the black and white or gray and white cat coat pattern. Few people know that coat color can have a relationship with the behavioral characteristics of the cat - and this has been proven by several studies - so when adopting a feline, this can also be taken into account. And there is no denying that theblack and white cat is passionate. To make you understand more about the frajola cat's personality, the Paws of the House spoke to three frajolinha owners who share the joy these animals bring to their lives. Take a look!

What is the fraidy cat's personality like?

As stated above, the color of a cat's coat can be related to its temperament. In a study done at the University of Florida and California, many guardians of cats with similar colors reported similar situations related to the temperament of the animals. According to other research from the University of California, the frajolinha tends to be a more agitated and playful cat. This is verifiedby tutor Cynthia Dantas, who is the mother of Kim, a seven-year-old frajola kitten. "We usually attach some object to the end of a line and pull it around the house. If you let him, he spends the whole day playing with it, as he is very active, especially at night. He also cannot see a cardboard box that he plays with for hours ", shared the tutor.

But of course, all this energy can decrease with age. Vitória Studart is the guardian of a 13-year-old frajola kitten and explains about the change in the feline's behavior over the years: "When Lola was younger she played more. She liked to run and play with some toys, but now, older, she is very lazy and gluttonous. She is affectionate, but only when she wants to be."

Feral cats are more independent and therefore like to stay in places where they will not be disturbed. Tamara Breder is the guardian of a frajolinha named Gypsy and says that it is very normal for the cat to simply disappear inside the house. "Once we had washed and dried the towels and my husband was putting them away in the closet. When we looked, Gypsy was inside, lying on the warm towels.We also got a scare when she disappeared after drilling the bed lining. She hid inside the bed and it took us a long time to find out where she was hiding ", he says. Also according to the American research, the frajola cat can have a runaway behavior, mainly due to its tendency to agitation. The animal with this coat also tends to have more aggressive behaviors whenare taken out of their 'comfort zone', such as a visit to the vet or an unwanted lap.

What is it like to live with a fraidy cat?

Routine is very important for animals, and in the case of the frajola cat, it will be even more important, as it likes to have the right times to eat, play, sleep and do its business. The black and white cat also has plenty of energy, so house catification is something that should not be overlooked: having a house adapted for the feline to manifest its natural instincts will be a must.Avoid stress and anxiety in the animal. The frajola likes to have his privacy and can be a little suspicious of strangers, leaving the approach only when he feels safe. Respect his space and even his manias, like hiding in unusual places. In addition, living with a frajola cat is synonymous with a lot of joy at home, since he is a very fun cat.

Why adopt a frajola kitten?

Animal adoption is an act of affection that changes the life of the guardian forever. It doesn't matter if it's a pedigree cat or not, if it has a specific coat or not: regardless of these characteristics, an adopted cat will reciprocate the love and affection received by the guardian (in its own way, of course). Don't deprive yourself of giving a chance to become a pet parent, but don't forget that adoption is an act that involvesIt is worth remembering that it is never too late to adopt an animal and you can also give more quality of life to an adult cat or an elderly cat that has never had a home.