Vasopressin (Antidiuretic Hormone). Vasopressin (arginine vasopressin, AVP; antidiuretic hormone, ADH) is a peptide hormone formed in the hypothalamus, then transported via axons to, and released from, the posterior pituitary into the blood. AVP has two principle sites of action: the kidney and blood vessels.
The Face That Launched 1,000 Awws. Like a tiny feline fashion model, this Persian kitten seems to know how to tilt her head just so. And wow, her eyes are stunning. It's no wonder that the Persian is one of the most popular cat breeds in the United States, according to the Cat Fanciers' Association.
Not all types of cats have the same body type. Cat Body Forms - Here are some guidelines for body types, as well as the types of cats that fit with these types: Slender Lithe and graceful but firm and muscular as well. Cat breeds of this type include: Abyssinian, Russian Blue, and Turkish Angora.