Summary
Tama is a petite black feline and the cherished pet of Dr. Briefs, who is frequently depicted perched upon his shoulder. While the name Tama translates to "Ball" in Japanese and hints at a female gender, no official confirmation has been provided regarding the cat's sex. The English dub, however, establishes Tama as female, citing Dr. Briefs' remark that "This is no ordinary cat! She's had 5 years experience!" Additionally, there are suggestions that Tama possesses an understanding of machinery and repair skills, although this ability is complicated by the cat's inability to speak.
