Hemingway's Cat

Hemingway's Cat refers to the famous author's fondness for a particular type of cat, often a white or blue-eyed breed like the inclining or polydactyl cat. Hemingway loved these cats so much that he kept many at his home in Key West, Florida. Their unique features and playful personalities made them notable, and his affection helped popularize them. Today, the Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West preserves his legacy, housing over 50 cats, many with extra toes—an inherited trait from the cats Hemingway cherished. The term symbolizes Hemingway's special bond with these cats and their enduring legacy.