Are tabby cats domestic shorthair?

Yes, some tabby cats are domestic shorthairs because “tabby” simply refers to a coat pattern characterized by distinctive markings and color variations that create a striped, spotted, or swirled appearance. Tabby patterns are further classified into mackerel, classic, spotted, and ticked. The classic tabby coat, also known as the “blotched” tabby pattern, features broad, swirling stripes and a more marbled appearance. The classic tabby cat often has a distinctive “bullseye” or “target” pattern on their sides.