Tortoiseshell Cats

"Money" Cats Are Good Luck for Some

Do you have a cat with "tortitude"?

Tortoiseshell cats are sometimes credited with having a strong-willed and hot-tempered personality. Cat aficionados believe these feisty personality traits are linked to the unique pattern of the cat's fur coat.

Folklore also attributes the "torties" with bringing their owners luck. As a result, these these brindled and patched cats are commonly referred to as "money cats."

Whether you believe the theories about the tortoiseshell cat's personality or ability to bestow good luck, one thing is for sure: Torty owners are huge fans of their feline companions.