Toybob
Perky and playful, the Toybob is interactive but not overly active and may sometimes choose to stay snuggled in your lap rather than chase a toy. The Toybob is a naturally small, bobtailed cat primarily developed in Russia. Published data on this breed is thin, so some details below are missing rather than guessed.
Last updated: October 2026 · 4 sources · see sources
| Coat | Longhair [1] |
|---|---|
| Look | The Toybob is a naturally small, bobtailed cat primarily developed in Russia. [1] |
| Personality | Perky and playful, the Toybob is interactive but not overly active and may sometimes choose to stay snuggled in your lap rather than chase a toy. [1] |
| Recognized by | CFA (Cat Fanciers' Association) [1] |
Activity and exercise
Perky and playful, the Toybob is interactive but not overly active and may sometimes choose to stay snuggled in your lap rather than chase a toy. Once you get up, however, it will follow you anywhere you go with a gentle touch of supervising curiosity. [1]
Grooming
Toybobs are not heavy shedders but do change their coats seasonally, so it’s wise to accustom them to regular grooming—which they should quickly learn to enjoy. Grooming is also a bonding experience between you and the cat. [1]
Health issues to budget for
We couldn't find a vet-reviewed list of breed-specific health issues for this breed, so we don't list any. Budget for the general cat costs below and ask your vet or breeder about screening. [1]
Estimated costs
| Item | Estimate | Src |
|---|---|---|
| Routine vet visit, any cat (owner bills) | $190–$525 | [2] |
| Yearly cost of a cat, any breed (ASPCA 2021) | $1,149 | [3] |
| Average accident & illness insurance, cat (US 2025) | $435/year | [4] |
Breed-specific price data is rare. These figures are for cats in general or for the conditions above, not a quote for your pet.
Did you know?
- The Toybob’s story started in Russia in 1983, when Elena Krasnichenko bred two stray cats, one with a short, kinked tail and one with a curled bobtail. [1]
- Perky and playful, the Toybob is interactive but not overly active and may sometimes choose to stay snuggled in your lap rather than chase a toy. [1]
Good fit for
- Our sources don't publish fit ratings for this breed. Meet the breed, talk to breeders or rescues, and read the profile above.