different breed of cat

bell the cat

To undertake a dangerous action in the service of a group.

breed in the bone

To establish or ingrain firmly within someone's nature.

built different

Able to do things which others cannot; extremely talented or unusual.

cat and dog life

An unhappy married life marked by arguments and disagreements.

cat got someone's tongue

Why is someone not saying anything?

cat in the meal-tub

Something concealed; a hidden danger.

cat piss

Any beverage of low quality.

cat that ate the canary

A person who appears self-satisfied or smug, especially while concealing something mischievous, prohibited, or private.