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What breed is my rescue kitten? How to tell if it's a mixed breed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered

Hello Petco Pet Education Center.. I was wondering if you could tell me what kind of breed is my kitten? I found him in the street last December 24th.. Thanks in advance ❤

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on January 2nd, 2020

Peaches is gorgeous. I'm wondering if there is Ragdoll in him. He certainly has that look, and since it takes two years for a Ragdoll's colors to come in fully, it will be interesting to see what develops over that time.

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