They discovered that blood type A is the most prevalent, with the important exception of
certain pedigreed breeds, such as Devon Rex and British Shorthair, which have an increased percentage with blood type B. Dr. Giger also determined the inheritance pattern of feline blood groups and the mechanism of neonatal isoerythrolysis, making it possible to avoid fading kitten syndrome in at - risk newborn kittens.
While there are many random -
bred cats that exhibit
certain qualities and features of
pedigreed breeds, it is almost impossible to tell if a cat is truly of a
certain breed without the availability of a pedigree or registration papers.