السبت، 23 سبتمبر 2017

The Fun-Loving Pet That's a Cross Between a Dog, Cat, Monkey, and Dennis the Menace

Story at-a-glance

  • The Devon Rex has oversized ears and an “elfin” face leading many to call it the pixie of the cat world
  • Devons have curious, playful personalities and love to be with their owners; they dislike being left home alone
  • The unique features of the Devon Rex are thought to be the result of a natural mutation



By Dr. Becker
The Devon Rex is a playful cat breed often described as forever a “kitten at heart.” They’re also known for being a cat with dog-like qualities, so if you’re looking for a pet that will follow you around the house and be at your side day and night – but a dog isn’t for you – a Devon Rex may be perfect.
From its unusual (but irresistibly cute) physical features to its quirky, curious personality, the Devon Rex has become one of the most popular cat breeds in the US. If you want to know more, Mom.me has compiled 10 Devon Rex facts that every cat enthusiast will enjoy.1

10 Devon Rex Cat Facts

1. The “Pixie” of the Cat World
The Devon Rex has large, oversized ears, high cheekbones and large wide-set eyes… coupled with a mischievous personality. The combination has earned the Devon Rex the nickname of a pixie.
2. It Originated in Devon, England
The Devon Rex got its name from Devon, England, the town from which it originated. A feral tomcat with a curly coat sired a litter in 1960. One kitten had a curly coat, and it was taken in by owners who wanted to further the Cornish Rex gene (which is a curly-coated cat).
However, mating between the curly-coated cat and Cornish Rex females resulted in straight-haired kittens, which means the two were actually unrelated breeds. The Devon Rex’s distinct characteristics are thought to be the result of a natural mutation.
3. Stubby Whiskers
The Devon Rex has short, stubby whiskers that may even be missing entirely. This is one way to tell them apart from the Cornish Rex, which has bent, curled whiskers. In addition, the ears of a Devon Rex are low-set and stick out to the side while the ears of a Cornish Rex are on top of the head and straight.
4. It Came to American in 1968
The Devon Rex is a relatively new cat breed, reaching American shores in 1968. In 1972, the American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) recognized the breed and it also became eligible for the ACFA championship. In 1983, the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) recognized the Devon Rex for championship status.
5. A Distinct Coat
The Devon Rex has a soft, short, and curly coat. It may also have bare patches without fur, and this is considered a normal part of the breed.
6. Not Hypoallergenic
Often described as hypoallergenic due to the short coat, the Devon Rex is actually not a hypoallergenic cat. That being said, they do not shed as much as many other breeds, which means they may spread fewer allergens around your home.
7. Food Hounds
The Devon Rex loves to eat and may even steal food right off your plate if you’re not careful. As noted by CFA:2
Devons are food hounds. Whether it is the traditional burger and fries or the more unusual asparagus tips, grapes, or olives, be prepared to guard your dinner plate from the fast and crafty Devon in the house.
They never turn down a meal and would be happy to assist you with yours. Do not be taken in by the pleading or the heartbreakingly pitiful expressions that would suggest they have not had a meal in weeks.”
8. Social Kitties
The Devon Rex is a curious, playful breed. They enjoy games of fetch and learning tricks, and dislike being left home alone. CFA describes them as having a “mad-cap personality,” and:3
“…a cross, some say, between a cat, a dog, a monkey, and Dennis the Menace. They are a fun and fun-loving breed with a relaxed and social attitude rarely associated with cats.
Delightfully silly in both appearance and antics, Devons are interested in everything and everyone around them. Their playful nature means Devons easily learn tricks and are always up for a game of hide-and-seek, tag, or fetch.”
9. National Title Winners
In 1998, a Devon Rex named Rassy Sassoul became the first to earn a CFA national title. She also won a “Distinguished Merit” (DM) distinction, which is given to cats that produce five or more offspring that earn a Grand Champion, Grand Premier or DM title.
10. Have You Seen Stitch?
Stitch, a Devon Rex from the UK, is a well-known feature on Instagram. He already has 12,000 followers and his fans keep growing, along with an increasing awareness of the Devon Rex breed.

Do You Have Your Heart Set on a Devon Rex?

If you have your heart set on a certain color pattern or personality trait in a cat, you might be surprised to find exactly what you’re looking for at your local shelter. Along with the occasional purebred, shelters are packed with mixed-breed cats that have some mix of purebred cat in their background, along with domestic cats, which is a term used to describe cats of unknown breed.
You’ll find all mixes of colors and personalities, cats that fetch, and cats that love to cuddle. So before going purebred, you might want to make a trip to a nearby shelter. If you have a certain trait in mind, be sure to talk with the workers and volunteers. They’ll probably be quite familiar with each cat’s personality and can help you find the perfect match for your family.
If only a Devon Rex will do, check out your local rescue organizations first. Devons of all ages are being fostered and are looking for homes across the US. One of them just might be your new best frien

Rare Cat Breed: The Devon Rex

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The Devon Rex is a breed of intelligent, short-haired cat that emerged in England during the 1960s. This breed of cat has quite a few nicknames as it's also referred to as Pixie cat, Alien cat, and Poodle cat. They are relatively new compared to other breeds as they have been around for the last 56 years and are from the United Kingdom. These cats have 3 different hair types. These 3 variations are known as guard hair, awn hair, and down hair.
These cats are known for being playful and unlike other cats who are anti-social, they like to be around people. They can even learn tricks. They are easy to groom and and are friendly with kids.
They are a generally healthy breed. The average weight is 5 to 10 pounds and the average lifespan is 9 to 15 years.
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الثلاثاء، 19 سبتمبر 2017

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Is the price of Bitcoin correlated to it's Google searches?


Is the price of Bitcoin correlated to it's Google 



According to SEMrush, a search engine marketing agency, the price of Bitcoin has a 91% correlation to it's volume of Google searches. 

What does that mean?
It means that recently the number of Google searches for "Bitcoin" go up and down with the price of Bitcoin.
That probably isn't that surprising when you really think about it as you would expect that as the price goes higher more and more people are interested in it and as it goes down people are less interested. 
Either way, it is an interesting talking point.

How was this study conducted?

SEMrush drew from a database of 120 million US keyword searches that were linked to Bitcoin or Bitcoin related terms. 
Bitcoin-related searches being searches like:
"Bitcoin"
"Bitcoin news"
"Bitcoin price"
"Bitcoin value" 
The total number of Bitcoin and Bitcoin related searches was estimated to be around 51,400,000 over the course of the last year.
According to the data, the price of Bitcoin in US dollars rose and fell largely in tandem with the number of search requests.
In fact, it moved in tandem roughly 91% of the time. 

Is the study merely confirming the obvious?

Possibly.
As mentioned above, it seems fairly obvious that as Bitcoin becomes more expensive, more people tend to search for it online to see how it is doing.
When it is going down or standing still the searches tend to go down and mimic that price action, which would seem fairly intuitive. 
Either way though, it is interesting to note the correlation and see that the actual numbers support what me might have already been assuming to be the case.

Some statistics:

Bitcoin searches have gone up 450% since April of 2017.
During that time the price of Bitcoin went from roughly $1,076 to a high of roughly $5,000 just a few weeks ago. 
Since June 2017, the number of searches for Ethereum (another virtual currency) is roughly equal to the number of searches for Bitcoin.
Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $4,024 per coin.

The Million Dollar Question:

Do these searches lead or trail the price of Bitcoin?
Wouldn't it be great if we could use Google searches as a predictor of price using this data going forward?
It would be beyond great!
Sadly, that likely won't be the case as it wasn't stated whether this data predicted or trailed the price of Bitcoin.
However, it is probably safe to say that the most likely answer is that it trails the price of Bitcoin, likely for some of the reasons stated above.
Thanks for reading and hope you found this study at least somewhat interesting like I did. 
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السبت، 16 سبتمبر 2017

SteemFest² Updates - New Names Announced - Spotlight: SteemFest Blockchain Hackathon announced - register now!

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الجمعة، 15 سبتمبر 2017

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