Not too shabby
One type of cat breed looks so "silky" for a genetic reason
It starts before they even have fur.
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You know a tabby cat when you see one.
Trademark dark stripes and an M on the forehead are what make these felines distinguishable from their peers.
“Tabby” used to refer to a kind of silk taffeta, reports Merriam-Webster.
This fur pattern can be seen in a number of breeds — from fluffy felines like the Maine Coon to shorthairs like the Abyssinian.
But the secrets of how tabbies get their signature look are just starting to come to light.
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