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Glossary of Cat Terms

Tox - Tu

Toxin: A poisonous substance, especially a protein, that is produced by living cells or organisms and is capable of causing disease when introduced into the body tissues but is often also capable of inducing neutralizing antibodies or antitoxins.

Toxoplasmosis: An infection caused by parasites transmitted to humans from infected cats; if contracted by a pregnant woman it can result in serious damage to the fetus

Trait: A genetically determined characteristic or condition.

Tubal Ligation: A method of female sterilization in which the fallopian tubes are surgically tied.

Tumor: An abnormal growth of tissue resulting from uncontrolled, progressive multiplication of cells and serving no physiological function; a neoplasm.

Turkish Angora Cat: A breed of cat with a medium-long, silk coat.

Turkish Van Cat: A breed of bicolor cat with a dense, medium-long coat that is white with red patches.



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