The average cat has 5 toes on its front paws and 4 on its back paws. However, thanks to a very interesting genetic mutation, there are cats that have developed 6 or more toes on their paws. These cats are called polydactyl cats, but they are also referred to as Hemingway cats. It is mostly harmless to the health and well-being of the cat, and contrary to legends, it does not make them more agile, but it does not hinder them in anything. These claws are also retractable and require regular trimming.

Wow those paws

Interestingly, this also occurs in other animals. It is not a breed of its own.

Beautiful cat with sweet clean paws

Wow! Beautiful cat.. her paws are super clean.

I have seen a few farm cats with double thumbs. It used to be a trait that ran through the cat family there. Not every cat had it, though.

Is this your personal cat?