American Bobtails are a medium to large cat breed with a substantial rectangular body and should resemble a wild bobtailed cat. The American Bobtail is fearless, yet not aggressive, and is excellent around other pets, and dogs, and small children. Their wild appearance can make them look very menacing, but this is only a disguise. They are always loving and friendly to humans. Males are very mellow and laid back, and are very assure of themselves. Males will allow females and kittens to eat first and are very protective of kittens.