Purrfectly Wholesome Collection of 25 Terrific Tortoiseshell Cats or 'Torties' Teeming With Tortitide and Cuteness

Hey friends, what's good in the hood? When we say "tortie" what do you think of? Personally, we had a tortie when we were growing up, and she was the best cat we ever had. She was sweet, loved to cuddle, and full of sass to anyone who didn't treat her like the princess she was. We were truly inspired by her presence and attitude, or what we've come to more recently refer to as 'tortitude.'

Tortoiseshell cats aren't associated with a specific breed; they derive their name from their captivating, multi-colored fur patterns. Interestingly, torties are primarily female, perhaps contributing to their reputation as the most spirited members of the feline family. As ladies ourselves, we see that. Despite their strong personalities and abundant "tortitude," they're also remarkably loyal, playful, and intriguing companions. These high-energy cats thrive on ample playtime, ensuring life is an exciting adventure with a tortie by your side. Don't just take our word for it—explore the world of fellow tortie enthusiasts and their captivating feline companions! You'll quickly see why torties are truly one-of-a-kind. Check 'em out.

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"My girl, unbothered by a trip to the vet for a rotisserie chicken incident."

via u/capnseagull99
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"Her kittenhood morning routine was climbing on his shoulder and demanding I pet her"

via u/TheHalloweenCats
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"If I was going to foster fail…."

via u/CJMeow86
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"Keep or return this package"

via u/ShevaunA 5

Keep…. obviously!
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"I found some baby photos of my saucer-eyed Zuzu."

via u/Apprehensive_Ask7240
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"I found some baby photos of my saucer-eyed Zuzu."

via u/Apprehensive_Ask7240
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"Why is my cat like this?"

via u/thedrowningfishh
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08
"Why is my cat like this?"

via u/thedrowningfishh
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"my new fur baby Luna"

via u/Top_Act7691
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"my new fur baby Luna"

via u/Top_Act7691
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"my new fur baby Luna"

via u/Top_Act7691
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"We are employed by three cats. But the torti owns all the toys. Here she is doing her Smaug-impression"

via u/PatheticOwl
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"Calypso, our car wash rescue"

via u/neitherkestrel
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"Calypso, our car wash rescue"

via u/neitherkestrel
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"What is this creature?"

via u/ShevaunA
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"I’m on vacation this weekend and my neighbor sent me this"

via u/PunkRockApostle
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"fresh tortie"

via u/rvncid
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"one of these cats is not like the others"

via u/fivekets
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"Laying on my clean shirts"

via u/SpookyKween666
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"Say hello to my Tortie, Kelso!"

via u/DominickBecker4
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"it's been just short of 4 weeks since i adopted miss marigold (aka goldie!), and I think it's safe to say she's pretty comfortable here"

via u/savihime
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"it's been just short of 4 weeks since i adopted miss marigold (aka goldie!), and I think it's safe to say she's pretty comfortable here"

via u/savihime
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23
"This is my beloved daughter Pam"

via u/Shakethebushes10-4
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"Her name is Puddle. She is fearless."

via u/turdburgalr
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"Penny just got home from Dental surgery"

via u/lldurado