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Cat coat genetics affect the coloration, pattern, length, and texture of a cat, and many genes are involved. Cat coat genetics can produce a variety of colors and patterns. These are physical properties and should not be confused with a breed of cat. The breed of cat doesn't decide how the cat looks, it is strictly decided by their mutations and genes. Furthermore, cats may show the color and/or pattern particular to their genes. Cat genetics are very complex and it can be affected by numerous conditions. But the basic subjects of cat genetics are, the white spotting gene and albinisum, mutations, calicos and torties. This site will explain why cats look the way they do, explore the guide to cat genetics!