Jenis-jenis Ras Kucing

Mank
Sebagian orang menyebutnya Rumpy. Ekornya pendek, Warna bulunya cokelat dan lavender. Sifatnya setia, ramah dan pintar.



Maine Coon
Asalnya dari Maine, AS. Keturunan Angora dan American Shorhair. Sifatnya lucu, pemalu tapi mau, dan mudah akrab. Bulunya tipis, lembut, dan warnanya beragam.

British Shorthair
Dari namanya pastilah tertebak asalnya yaitu Inggris. Kucing ini kalem, lembut, hangat, dan pintar. Warna bulunya ada yang polos (putih,hitam,biru,merah dan krem), dwiwarna, hitam pekat, belang.

Burmese
Menurut info kucing ini dikembangkan Dr. Thompson (AS) dari kucing ratu wong mau (Burma) dan siamese. Warna cokelat musang, warna lainnya biru, champagne, lifa, merah, cokelat, dan biru kura-kura.

Chinchilla longhair
Inilah kucing persia paling anggun. Nenek moyangnya saja dari Inggris. Dibagi kembali dua macam Chinchilla yaitu chinchilla warna cerah (sejati) dan yang agak gelap (perak gradasi).


Ragdolls
Kucing ini merupakan kucing yang paling patuh dari semua jenis kucing. Diberi nama Ragdolls karena kebiasaan khas mereka yang suka berbaring di lengan kita. Kucing ini sangat penyayang dan ramah sehingga bisa menjadi hewan peliharaan kita yang sangat baik.

Egyptian Mau
Kucing yang mengagumkan ini adalah satu-satunya jenis alami dari kucing tutul.

Abyssinian
Kucing ini merupakan salah satu jenis yang paling populer. Kucing Abyssinian yang besar dan tegap kemungkinan besar pernah menjadi hewan yang dipuja di masa lampau Mesir. Kucing ini juga memperoleh popularitas yang berarti di pertunjukkan kucing, kebanyakan menyangkut keunikan warna bulunya. Mereka biasanya sangat cocok dengan anak-anak dan hewan peliharaan lain.

BiRmaN CaT
Dikenal sebagai kucing keramat Birma. Sangat tampan dengan pola warna menarik dan jari-jari kakinya yang putih bersih. Kucing Birma masih termasuk jenis yang langka.

TurKish Van
Walaupun mereka mandiri, Turkish Van adalah kucing yang sebaiknya berada di rumah dengan keluarga. Bulu-bulu mereka yang indah selembut sutra membuat kita senang untuk merawatnya, dan kesenangan mereka bermain air sangat menghibur kita.

Persia
Kucing ini merupakan jenis berbulu panjang yang paling populer. Kucing persia akan sangat senang hidup sebagai kucing rumahan. Mereka bisa akrab dengan kucing lain, binatang lain dan anak-anak. Kucing persia sangat responsif dan menjadi sumber kebahagiaan bagi pemiliknya.

Anggora
Cara bergerak yang lemah gemulai adalah ciri dari Angora. Bulunya yang selembut sutra, tubuh yang elegan panjang, telinga menunjuk yang tegak lurus dan mata besar cerdas membuat Angora sangat dihargai kecantikan dan keanggunannya.

Biografi Kucing Birman


Oleh Yuda T- Ciko Cattery, Jakarta
Semenjak kecil saya hampir selalu memelihara kucing. Mulai dari kucing kampung hingga kucing Persia, Munchkin, British Shorthair, Scottish Fold, and Birman. Saya mulai mencoba menemukan persahabatan istimewa dengan kucing, semenjak saya menonton film kartun Walt Disney saat saya masih sangat kecil.
Tapi, jangan salah. Saya bisa membicarakan tentang kucing saya dan kenangan bersama mereka selama berjam-jam. Ketertarikan saya terhadap kucing (dan anjing) membuat saya memelajari lebih jauh mengenai keduanya dengan mencari literatur di toko buku, mengunjungi breeder dan pertunjukan di berbagai negara. Karena pada dasarnya saya tipe orang yang meyakini bahwa proses belajar harus diikuti oleh praktek, maka saat saya terobsesi oleh kucing Persia dan memelajari jenis tersebut, saya pun membeli anak kucing Persia. Begitu seterusnya hingga akhirnya saya menemukan kucing Birman. Dan, sejak saat itu, saya tak pernah lagi berpaling ke jenis kucing lainnya. Saya telah menemukan kucing yang "tepat".

Tak lama kemudian, saya pun sudah bukan lagi hanya sekedar penggemar kucing Birman. Saya beralih menjadi breeder kucing Birman, ketika saya masih bermukim di New Zealand dan hingga saya kembali ke Indonesia.

Jenis kucing apakah Birman itu?
Birman yang dikenal juga sebagai Kucing Suci Birma adalah jenis kucing yang besar, panjang dan gempal. Bulunya panjang dan halus. Memang bulunya tidak setebal kucing Persia, namun teksturnya tidak mudah kusut. Benar-benar jenis kucing yang cantik dan unik. Kedua matanya berbentuk agak bulat dan berwarna biru (biru tua adalah warna yang lebih disukai). Wajahnya terlihat tegas dengan rahang yang kuat, dagu yang bulat dan hidung Roman (agak melengkung di tegah sehingga seakan ada benjolan) dengan lubang hidung jauh di bawah.
Keempat kakinya yang unik dan berwarna putih berbentuk simetris. Sarung (glove) di kedua kaki depannya, jika berbentuk sempurna, mengelilingi kakinya dengan garis yang sama besar, dan berakhir di bagian belakang kakinya. "Sarung" ini disebut renda (lace) atau sarung tangan (gauntlet).
Kucing Birman memiliki suara yang lembut. Mereka lebih aktif daripada kucing Persia namun tidak seaktif dan seramai kucing Siamese. Mereka dikenali melalui corak warnanya. Warna yang paling banyak ditemukan pada kucing Birma adalah seal point dan blue point. Warna lainnya adalah ungu muda, krem, coklat dan kemerahan walau memang agak jarang. Beberapa breeder bahkan berhasil memperkenalkan warna-warna baru yang masih bersifat eksperimental seperti caramel point, tortie point (gabungan coklat dan merah) dan lynx point (berpola seperti macan, loreng-loreng).
Kucing jenis ini masih sulit ditemui. Meskipun panggemarnya semakin bertambah dalam satu dekade belakangan ini, masih agak sulit membeli anak kucing jenis ini begitu saja tanpa usaha pencarian yang maksimal. Kucing Birman penyayang, setia dan amat senang bergaul. Kata-kata lain yang tepat untuk menggambarkan kucing cantik ini adalah mudah bergaul, menyenangkan, cantik, senang bermain, dan penuh rasa ingin tahu.
Kucing-kucing ini senang menghabiskan waktu dengan pemiliknya, berinteraksi, mengawasi, mendekati atau bahkan membantu apa-apa yang sedang dilakukan pemiliknya. Mereka mengikuti sang pemilik ke mana saja layaknya anjing, menyambut saat sang pemilik pulang dan merasa antusias jika mendengar langkah sang pemilik mendekat. Seperti jenis kucing besar lainnya, kucing Birman memiliki pertumbuhan yang lamban. Anak kucing Birman berwarna putih saat dilahirman. Mereka mulai menunjukkan warna tertentu pada hari kedua hingga hari keempat belas. Memag butuh waktu lebih lama hingga kualitas mereka mulai nampak. Pada usia 18 bulan, kucing jenis ini mulai beranjak dewasa namun pertumbukannya belum maksimal hingga mereka berumur tiga tahun.
Pola Makan & Higienitas Kucing Birman

Untuk membersihkan kucing Birman yang paling tidak dilakukan seminggu sekali, saya merekomendasikan untuk menyikat bulunya selama 15 menit. Hal ini dapat membantu pertumbuhan bulu.
Di negara sub tropis, kucing jenis ini harus dimandikan paling sedikit enam bulan sekali. Namun, di daerah yang lebih lembab seperti negara tropis, kucing inio harus dimandikan paling tidak sekali dalam sebulan. Kucing Birman senang sekali disentuh, jadi memandikannya jauh lebih mudah dibandingkan dengan memandikan kucing jenis lain. Birman butuh lemak lebih banyak agar pertumbuhan bulunya lebih baik sehingga mereka perlu diberi makanan lain selain makanan kering. Pola makan yang baik untuk anak kucing jenis Birman yang berusia 12 minggu hingga 6 bulan adalah dengan memberikan daging mentah dua kali seminggu (potongan daging sapi adalah yang terbaik). Jangan pernah memberi kucing Birman susu sapi. Air yang bersih dan segar sangat direkomendasikan. Pada negara tropis seperti Indonesia, sebaiknya lingkungan tempat tinggal kucing Birman ini dilengkapi dengan kipas angin agar mereka tidak kepanasan. Namun, sebaiknya tidak menggunakan AC karena AC lebih lembab sehingga bulu kucing jenis ini akan mengempis.
Kesehatan Kucing Birman
Kucing Birman dikenal sebagai kucing yang tak memiliki penyakit keturunan. Hingga saat ini, tak ada penyakit bawaan pada hewan keturunan asli (purebred). Namun, tak ada salahnya memeriksakan kucing secara menyeluruh sebelum membeli karena walau tak memiliki penyakit keturunan, bukan berarti kucing tak mungkin memiliki masalah kesehatan sama sekali. Biasakan untuk membahas pola pengasuhan dan orang tua serta saudara-saudara kucing yang hendak dibeli dengan sang breeder.
Pembasmian kutu pada kucing direkomendasikan untuk dilakukan sebulan sekali, terutama pada masa transisi (pancaroba). Sangatlah normal bagi kucing berbulu panjang mengalami kerontokan saat musim pancaroba (dari panas ke kering atau sebaliknya). Tingkat kelembaban yang tinggi merupakan faktor utama yang menyebabkan hal tersebut.
Mengubah pola makan pada saat transisi seperti itu sama sekali tidak direkomendasikan karena dapat mengakibatkan hal-hal yang tak diinginkan. Pertahankan pola makan seperti biasa. Jika memang hendak mengubahnya, lakukan secara bertahap dan sedikit demi sedikit. Formula 20-30-50 adalah yang terbaik untuk perubahan pola makan.
Apakah formula 20-30-50? Pada dasarnya, formula itu adalah tahapan yang digunakan dalam perubahan pola makan. Tambahkan 20% jenis makanan yang hendak diperkenalkan kepada kucing Anda pada makanan yang biasa ia konsumsi. Setelah seminggu, tambahkan menjadi 30%. Pada minggu berikutnya, tambahkan 50%. Jika pada proses tersebut tidak ada masalah, pada dasarnya perubahan pola diet sudah dapat dilakukan.

Standar Show Kucing Birman
Poin:
Kepala (termasuk ukuran dan bentuk mata) = 25
Tubuh (termasuk ukuran ekor, bentuk, panjang dan tulang)= 25
Panjang dan tekstur bulu = 10
Warna bulu = 10
Sarung tangan dan kaki = 20
Warna mata = 5
Keseluruhan = 5
Total Point = 100

Yang dapat mengurangi nilai:

• Telinga yang kecil dan bundar
• Kepala yang kurang lebar
• Mata berwarna almon
• Cekungan kedua atau benjolan kecil di dekat ujung hidung
• Dagu yang lemah
• Ekor yang kurang panjang
• Struktur tulang ringan
• Warna putih di sekitar bagian kumis
• Warna bulu pada point dan tubuh tidak kontras
• Tabby (loreng-loreng) yang kurang jelas, namun ghost marking pada anak kucing masih dapat diterima.
• Noda / garis putih pada kaki

TEKSTUR DAN PANJANG BULU
Bulunya tidak terlalu panjang dan sehalus sutra. Di sekitar wajah bulunya pendek namun di bagian luar pipinya lebih panjang dengan bulu leher yang lebat. Bulunya agak keriting di sekitar perut. Bulunya tidak mudah kusut.
POLA DAN WARNA BULU
Warna dan pola bulu kucing Birman serupa dengan kucing Himalayan, namun dengan gloves dan gauntlets putih. Wajah, telinga, kaki dan ekornya berbulu lebat dan jelas, kecuali pada anak kucing. Saat beranjak dewasa, ‘topeng’-nya sempurna, menutupi wajah dan mata (termasuk pada bagian kumis) dan menyambung ke telinga, menyisakan bentuk oval yang sewarna dengan bulu pada tubuhnya. Dagunya memiliki color point yang sama dengan ‘topeng’-nya. Pada kucing dewasa yang memiliki warna tubuh yang lebih gelap—terutama pada Seal Point, pembeli perlu membayar lebih. Namun, warna tersebut tidak boleh terlalu gelap karena dapat menyebabkan kekontrasannya justru tak nampak.
KAKI

Color point pada kaki depan hingga di atas siku dan pada kaki belakang menyatu dengan pinggulnya. Warna kaki lebih terang pada bagian dalamnya.

UJUNG KAKI
Kaki yang putih adalah ciri khas kucing Birman. Lebih disukai jika warna putih itu menyebar rata pada keempat ujung kakinya.

GLOVES DAN GAUNTLETS
Telapak kaki depan berwarna putih, terbungkus garis yang mengelilingi kaki pada sendi ketiga. Batasan bagian atas warna putih harus terletak pada metacarpal (dew) pad (di bagian belakang, di atas sendi ketiga dan di bawah pergelangan). Telapak kaki belakang terbungkus warna putih seluruhnya dan berkurang hingga bagian belakang kakinya (hock), lebih disukai jika membentuk kepala tombak persis di bawah bagian tengah hock. Tanda yang posisinya lebih tinggi dari itu masih dapat diterima, namun jangan sampai melewati tumit.

TELAPAK KAKI

Telapak kakinya bisa berwarna serasi dengan point, pink atau berbintik-bintik. Tak ada warna tertentu yang terdaftar. Karenanya, referensi didasarkan pada gambaran umum tersebut dan pada kulit hidung. Meskipun tak begitu disukai, warna ujung bulunya terkadang lebih gelap dan/atau lebih cerah dari kucing yang berbulu polos (tanpa loreng). Tanda tersebut tidak terlalu terlihat pada warna-warna seperti krem atau abu-abu, karena variasi warnanya tak terlalu mencolok. Pada kucing berbulu coklat krem atau abu-abu, tanda pada kaki tak terlihat hingga mereka berusia delapan belas bulan.

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Tips Membeli Jenis Kucing Persia

Tips Membeli jenis kucing Persia

Saat membeli kucing dari penjual jenis kucing. Adalah hal yang mutlak untuk mengetahui kredibilitas dari si penjual. Contohnya saat kita tanyakan “Apa boleh kita melihat induk kucingnya”. Tentu penjual kucing yang benar-benar bisa dipercaya akan memperlihatkannya dan bukannya berusaha menutup-tutupi. Atau apakah kita diizinkan untuk sebentar melihat contoh perilaku si kucing itu.
Yah diatas adalah satu hal yang perlu kita ketahui jika ingin mengadopsi kucing. Trik sebenarnya dalam memilih jenis kucing adalah mengukur bagaimana kepribadian maupun peringainya apakah cocok atau tidak.
Caranya adalah dengan meluangkan sedikit waktu bersamanya….
Cobahlah anda pilih salah satu anak kucing kemudian angkat dan ajaklah berbicara. contoh perilaku anak kucing bisa jadi akan menunjukkan sifat-sifat tersebut kelak. Contohlah sifat semacam pemalu, agresif dsb. Dan ini berlaku untuk semua jenis kucing.
Berikut hal-hal ketika meneliti kesehatan dan perangainya (mungkin berbeda untuk beberapa jenis kucing) saat akan meng adopsi kucing:

1. Contoh perilaku kucing pertama yang menunjukkan kecocokan adalah saat dengan sendirinya dia mendekati anda. Tanpa ada satupun reaksi agresif.
2. Contoh perilaku yang anda lihat ketika bersama sekawanan kucing lain atau bersama induknya. Pilihlah yang bersifat waspada, lembut, senang bermain.
3. Saat berjalan mapun berlari tidak terlihat pincang. Contoh perilaku ini akan menunjukkan apakah kucing ini sehat secara jasmani atau tidak
4. Tidak ada cairan yang keluar dari lubangnya(mata, hidung maupun telinga)
5. Kucing itu tidak terlihat bersin atau batuk-batuk. Maupun menggeleng-gelengkan kepala.Karena jika ya itu artinya dia menderita penyakit kucing donk
6. Khusus pada mata kucing, kelopak mata ketiga(nictitating membrane) tidak menutupi sebagian bola mata. Jika tidak tahu, itu adalah selaput berwarna keputihan disebelah dalam kelopak mata.
7. Gigi tentu saja harus bersih dari plak, serta gusinya yang sehat dengan ditandai berwarna merah muda
8. Kulit kucing harus tampak bersih dan sehat (tanpa ada bekas luka, keropeng maupun kotoran kutu). Bulunya mengkilat dan bersih serta tidak ada bola yang rontok.

Semua hal maupun ciri-ciri kucing diatas harap menjadi perhatian anda saat mengadopsi kucing. Itu semua berlaku baik untuk kucing persia, kucing anggora maupun jenis-jenis lainnya.
Dan bagi anda para pemula penyayang Kucing (CatLover) dalam menentukan dan memilih Kucing Persia ada beberapa Tips yang harus diperhatikan, sebelum anda membeli di Pen Jual Anak Kucing & Kucing Persia Murah diantaranya :

1.Tentukan Jenis Kucing Persia apa yang akan anda dipelihara ? a. Persia Bulu Panjang (Long Hair) & Exotic (bulu Pendek) b. Jantan / Betina c. Qualitas (Pet,Breed,Show) d. Anakan / Dewasa e. Medium,Pesek (Pekenose).
2.Mintalah nasehat ahli kucing dalam membeli atau memilih Ras Anak Kucing Persia sesuai dengan gaya hidup masing-masing.
3.Persiapkan Dana / Uang dalam menentukan Anak Kucing Persia yang akan anda pilih agar kehidupan Kucing terjamin.
4.Persiapkan Tempat (Kandang) dan perlengkapan yang layak agar Anak Kucing bisa hidup Sehat,Nyaman dan Sejahtera, untuk membelinya anda dapat menghubungi Kucing Persia & Jual Kucing.
5.Pastikan anda membeli Kucing di tempat yang terpercaya (Cattery,Breeder) jangan disembarang tempat yang tidak menjamin keaslian silsilah dan kesehatan kucing tersebut.
6.Dengan anda membeli kucing bersertifikat dari tempat pen Jual Anak Kucing & Kucing Persia Murah (LO) maka anda dipastikan akan mendapatkan Kucing dengan silsilah yang baik dan dapat dipercaya.
7.Pastikan bahwa kucing yang akan anda beli/adopsi dari pen Jual Kucing Persia & Jual Kucing sehat bebas dari berbagai macam penyakit.
8.Pembeli harus bisa melihat kepribadian Kucing Persia Jakarta, apakah kucing tersebut pemalas, penurut atau penyayang, bila anda ingin membeli kucing untuk indukan maka pilihlah kucing yang berwatak penyayang, bila Kucing Persia Jakarta yang ingin dibeli dari Pen Jual Kucing Persia Murah masih anakan maka pilihlah yang aktif dan manja, untuk lebih detail tanyakan kondisi kejiwaan kucing pada breeder atau pen Jual Kucing Persia Murah tempat dimana anda membelinya.
9.Kucing sehat jika dipegang ekornya, meski sedang tidur, langsung bangun dan waspada. Ini karena, meski kucing menghabiskan 2/3 waktunya untuk tidur, tapi ia hewan yang selalu waspada.
10.Kucing sehat berbulu lebat, semua jenis kucing dapat anda temukan di Kucing Murah. Bila berbulu jarang, apalagi ditambah borok di beberapa bagian kulitnya, keadaan itu menunjukkan bahwa kucing itu menderita sakit kulit.
11. Anak Kucing sehat tak berkutu. Kucing yang berkutu menunjukkan bahwa kemungkinan besar menderita penyakit cacingan.
12.Kotoran kucing sehat padat. Sedangkan kucing sakit, kotorannya encer atau cair.

Mudah mudahan Tips ini bisa membantu anda dalam menentukan Membeli/mengadopsi Kucing Persia.

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Memelihara Kucing Ras, Bermula dari Hobi Menjadi Bisnis

Banyak jenis kucing yang dipelihara para hobiis, dari kucing lokal (Domestik) sampai kucing ras persia, anggora dan siam. Umumnya, kucing rasseperti persia dan anggora memiliki sosok yang cantik, ramah, dan bersahabat. Dengan demikian, menjadikan dirinya sebagai hewqan peliharaan yang menyenangkan. Pantas saja, bila binantang ini mendapatkan curahan kasih sayang yang sama layaknya anggota keluarga.

Banyak orang yang sadar bahwa memelihara kucing dapat dipakai sebagai cara efektif untuk mengurangi ketegangan saraf atau stres. Dengan melihat polah dan tingkahnya, orang akan merasa terhibur, puas, dan terpukau pada sesuatu yang menjadi kegemarannya sehingga memberikan pengaruh pada kejiwaaannya. Kecintaan seseorang pada binatang membawa suasana bathin lebih tentram.

Banyak alasan orang memelihara kucing. Ada beberapa yang menganggap kucing sebagai sahabat atau “pacar” di rumah. Kucing dapat di ajak teman berbicara, baik untuk keluh kesah atau suka cita. Bahkan ada yang menganggap kucing sebagai anak “sendiri” yang memperoleh curahan kasih sayang. Kehadirannya pun seolah menghangatkan suasana di rumah.

Sebagai binatang peliharaan, kucing khususnya kucing ras seperti anggora dan persia dapat dijadikan teman bermain seluruh anggota rumah, termasuk anak-anak. Hal ini dikarenakan sifatnya yang manja, penurut, lembut (tidak galak), dan bersahabat. Memelihara kucing dapat memberikan susana menyenangkan di rumah. Kehadirannya dapat mengurangi perasaan orang yang suka menyendiri, meningkatkan kepercayaan diri pada anak-anak, meningkatkan kemampuan anak berolahraga, hobi, dan hiburan yang menyenangkan.








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Text Box: 2. Biaya seekor kucing Berapa jumlah uang yang harus dikeluarkan untuk merawat seekor kucing??. Biaya perawatan tergantung dari jenis kucing. Perhitungan secara kasar untuk merawat kucing persia menunjukan bahwa angka Rp. 10.000 à Rp. 30.000 sehari untuk membeli pakannya. Itu belum termasuk biaya vaksinasi atau ongkos dokter hewan bila hewan kesayangan sedang sakit. Apalagi bila meningkat seorang karyawan yang mengurus semua keperluannya. Nilai sebesar itu bukanlah menjadi halangan untuk merawat hewan jinak ini. Semua biaya sebanding dengan kelucuan dan segudang manfaat yang diperoleh darinya.


Keberadaan kucing dapat membantu mendidik anak, seperti berada di dekat binatang tersebut untuk melakukan observasdi, memberiakn perhatian, dan menghargai sifat mandiri.

Jika melihat dari sejarahnya, manusia memeliharta kucing sebenarnya sudah terjadi sejak dahulu kala. Zaman dahulu, kucing hanya dijadikan sebagai “satpam” gudang/lumbung gandum dari serangan tikus. Sejalan dengan perkembangan zaman, binatang ini pun akhirnya menjadi binantang peliharaan rumah, bahkan klangenan para bangsawan, dengan seragam bentuk dan jenis. Bagi yang tertarik untuk membiakannya dapat menjadi peluang bisnis yang menjanjikan.

Untuk pembaca blog saya yang setia, postingan mengenai kucing persia akan saya terbitkan di lain hari. Maka dari itu sering-seringlah berkunjung ke Blog saya dan jangan lupa KLIK Iklan-iklannya yaaaaaaa.....???

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MENGETAHUI SEJARAH KUCING PERSIA

Dulu kucing adalah binatang liar. Kemunculannya tidak luput dari Miacis (sejenis musang yang hidup liar pada 60 juta tahun sila), binatang inilah nenek moyang bangsakucing. Perkembangan evolusi keluarga kucing terbagi dalam 3 kelompok, yaitu Panthera, Acicocyx, dan Felis. Felis adalah sejenis kucing kecil, salah satunya African Wild Cats yang kemudian berkembang menjadi kucing modern. Di alam, kucing hidup sebagai pemburu soliter, memangsa tikus kecil dan burung.
Meski demikian, hingga kini belum ada literatur yang mengungkapkan sejarah kucing mulai dipelihara manusia. Dugaan para ahli sejarah menyatakan kucing hidup berdampingan dengan manusia sejak 5.000 tahun silam. Kala itu, penduduk di Mesir memanfaatkan kucing sebagai “penjaga” lumbung gandum untuk menghalau tikus di sepanjang sungai nil.
Wajar, bila penduduk Mesir menyembah sebagai dewi kucing Bastet pada masa 600-00 SM. Bastet dilambangkan dengan kepala kucing yang berarti dewi keseuburan, kehidupan, dan, kematian. Begitu agungnya kucing, ada peraturan yang melindunginya. Hukuman berat bakal dijatuhkan bila terbukti menyakiti dan membunuh kucing.
Kucing juga menjadi tempat terhormat, ketika kucing mati, pemilik pun memandikannya layaknya anggota keluarga sebelum dimakamkan. Bahkan, bila pemiliknya meninggal dunia maka jasad kucing juga diikutkan ke pemakaman sebagai perlambang cinta dan keabadian. Hal itu terbukti saat ditemukan 300.000 mumi kucing di kuil Bast. Mereaka percaya kucing bisa mempunyai kekuatan magis untuk melihat kebenaran dan kehidupan. Itulah sebabnya kucing dipanggil “mau”. Sebutan itu mungkin karena suaranya “meaou”, tetapi arti sebenarnya adalah “melihat”.
Penyebarankucing ke penjuru pelosok dunia berkat jasa pedagang asal Cina yang berkunjung ke Mesir pada 400-595 M. Dari Cina kucing-kucing menyebar ke Jepang semasa kekaisaran Ichi-Jo. Masuknya kucing ke Inggris atas jasa orang Romawi. Penyebaran itulah yang menyebabkan terjadinya kawin silang antar kucing sehingga menghasilkan ras baru yang memiliki ciri fisik dan karakteristik berbeda.


Kucing mengalami domestifikasi begitu sempurna dan mampu berhubungan dengan manusia. Secar umum jenis kucing dikelompokan berdasarkan bulunya :
1. Short Hair
2. Medium Long Hair
3. Long Hair

1. Kucing Short Hai
Yang termasuk kucing short hair, antara lain abyssinan, american curl, american short hair, rusian blue, japanese bobo tail, british short hair, burmila, california spanged cat, chartreuse, bangkal cat, european, korat, acicat, ariental, havanan, scottish fold, dan tonkinese.

2. Kucing Medium Long Hair
Kucing ini di antaranya adalah turkish anggora, lake van cat. Main coon, balinese, ragdol, birman, noorwegian forest cat, dan somali.

3. Kucing Long Hair
Kucing ini yang paling terkenal dan diminati banyak orang adalah persian. Namun, ada juga kucing ras persia berbulu pendek yang populer disebut exotic.

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Jenis kucing ini diminati di Indonesia




Keistimewaan Kucing

Menurut klasifikasi, kucing termasuk keluarga felis. Ada beberapa keistimewaan kucing, yaitu sebagai berikut :

1. Kemampuan kucing beradaptrasi di suatu daerah sangat baik. Mereka mampu bertahan hidup dalam berbagai habitat, mulai dari daerah dingin sampai daerah panas, dari daerah yang tandus hingga hutan belantara.
2. Binatang ini diciptakan sebagai pemburu ulung kucing memiliki struktur tulang yang ramping sehingga menjadikan postur tubuhnya ringan untuk bergerak berlari kencang.
3. Sebagai binatang karnivora, kucing dilengkapi cakar yan kuat untuk menangkap mangsanya. Cakar dan telapak kaki berguna untuk melompat, lari, dan menahan tubuhnya. Fungsi lainnya cakar sebagai alat peraba yang sangat sensitif. Struktur gigi dilengkapi taring yang kokoh untuk mengoyak mangsanya.

Wanita Paling Suka

Dalam sebuah jajk pendapat yang dilakukan oleh Jawa Pos pada 23 April 2000 di Surabaya, tentang motivasi memelihara hewan, termasuk kucing, ada pendapat yang menyatakan 9.4% menyukai kucing karena hobi,32.7% karena suka dan senang dan 41.3% karena alasan untuk mendapatkan hiburan. Survei itu juga mengungkapkan kalu wanita menduduki persentase tertinggi (20.2%) memilih kucing sebagai binatang peliharaan, sementara laki-laki hanya 6.3%.

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Mengenali Ciri-ciri Kucing

Berikut ini adalah sebagian besar ciri ciri kucing yang membedakannya dengan hewan lain. Ciri kucing ini juga termasuk (walau tidak semua) kucing besar semacam harimau, singa, macam dsb.
Baiklah tanpa menunggu lebih lama lagi, mari kita bahas satu persatu.

1. Suara Kucing

Ciri-ciri kucing yang tentu saja membedakannya dengan binatang lain adalah suaranya. Tapi tahukah anda suara kucing itu seperti apa?
Pasti jawaban anda adalah Meong.BENAR! tapi itu untuk orang indonesia dengan bahasa indonesia. Coba kita lihat untuk bahasa lainnga

• “Miaow” untuk inggris dan perancis
• “Meow” untuk kucing di amerika (bahasa inggris dialeg amerika)
• “Miau” untuk kucing dalam bahasa jerman
• “Nya” untuk kucing jepang
• “Dan” masih ada ratusan lagi

Selain itu ciri kucing yang khas adalah dengkurannya panjang yang juga dapat mengeong pada saat yang bersamaan. Kemampuan ini dikarenakan dengkurannya bukanlah suara vokal sehingga mampu bersama-sama dengan mengeong (Seingat saya)

2. Kelopak mata kucing.

Ciri kucing yang paling nampak adalah memiliki membran niktitans yang merupakan kelopak mata ketiga dari kucing. Kelopak ini memiliki suatu lapisan tipis yang berguna untuk menutupi mata. Kelopak ini terlihar saat mata kucing terbuka dan kadang-kadang saat kucing gembira ataupun sedang mengantuk. Membran ini baru tertutup sebagian (setengah terlihat setengah tidak) pada saat kucing sakit.

3. Daun Telinga Kucing

Tidak seperti anjing, ciri ciri khusus kucing adalah memiliki daun telinga yang tegak. Namun ada salah satu jenis kucing yang mengalami mutasi genetika memilki daun telinga yang terlipat. Jenis kucing langka ini sendiri bernama Scottish Fold, Ketika kucing ini marah atau takut dan telinga akan tertekuk ke belakang (Seperti terlipat) sambil mengeluarkan suara meggeram. Bahkan ketika ada sumber suara, daun teling kucing dapat mengarah ke depan dan kesamping.

4. Kebiasaan Tidur

Anda tahu kenapa kucing paling suka tidur? Karena kucing menyimpan energi dari makanan mereka dengan cara tidur. Dibanding dengan binatang lain kucing lebih lama tidur, mereka tidur antara 12-16 jam setiap harinya. Dan ini merupakan salah satu ciri kucing yang membuat kita senang sekaligus sebal

5. Sifat Kucing

Saat anda melihat kucing jalanan yang tidak memilika majikan. Kebanyakan mereka terlihat bersih bukan? Itu karena kucing termasuk hewan yang suka merawat diri. Cara kucing membersihkan tubuhnya yang paling sering kita lihat adalah dengan menjilati bulu. Air liur kucing (Saliva) adalah alat pembersih yang sangat bagus, walau bisa menjadi alergi untuk manusia. Itulah kenapa ada sekelompok manusiayang tidak tahan berdekatan dengan kucing.

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Melatih Kucing Persia

Bagian menarik dari kucing adalah kemandirian dan semangatnya untuk bebas. Namun, masih mungkin untuk melatih anak kucing Anda melakukan beberapa perilaku yang cocok dengan Anda dan rumah Anda.

Melatih Perilaku

Anak kucing mempunyai keingintahuan dan hasrat yang tinggi untuk mengenal dan belajar sehingga dapat memperbaiki perilaku yang tidak Anda sukai. Sebagai contoh, pelatihan dasar yang baik akan mengurangi keinginannya melompat ke meja dapur atau kompor.
Cara terbaik mengurangi anak kucing melakukan kebiasaan buruk adalah dengan mengatakan "Jangan!" dengan nada agak keras. Jika ini tidak berhasil, sedikit cipratan dari botol semprot atau pistol air akan membuat ia mengerti.
JANGAN pernah memukul anak kucing untuk menegakkan disiplin -- ini hanya mendorongnya menjadi kucing penakut yang kelak membuat Anda frustasi.

Melatih Buang Air

Kebanyakan kucing secara alamiah merupakan binatang bersih sehingga Anda seharusnya tidak banyak masalah untuk melatih anak kucing membuang kotorannya.
Putuskan dimana Anda inginkan anak kucing mempunyai toiletnya (apakah berupa bak kotoran atau tempat tertentu di taman) dan letakkan anak kucing di sana pertama kali di pagi hari, terakhir di malam hari, setelah tidur dan setelah makan. Ia akan secepatnya menyadari kalau setiap saat perlu buang air maka ia butuh tempat itu.

Melatih Pergaulan

Pergaulan merupakan bagian penting dalam perkembangan anak kucing untuk mengajarinya berinteraksi dengan manusia, binatang lain, dan tempat tinggalnya.
Ingat, anak kucing itu ringkih dan diperlukan pengawasan jika berdekatan dengan anak-anak.

Memperbanyak Pengalaman

Untuk mengurangi rasa takut anak kucing terhadap sesuatu yang tidak dikenalnya, perkenalkan mereka kepada berbagai pengalaman dan suara sejak saat muda. Pengenalan bertahap kepada suara pengisap debu, mesin cuci, bel pintu, orang baru, dan suara-suara lain sehari-hari akan membantu mereka menyesuaikan diri dengan tempat tinggalnya.
Anak kucing sebaiknya juga dibiasakan mengenal suara-suara, pemandangan, dan bau-bauan di luar rumah seperti lalu lintas dan gonggongan anjing, tetapi dengan cara sedikit-sedikit agar tidak membuat mereka jera.

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MENGETAHUI DAYA INGAT KUCING RAS PERSIA

Pada dasarnya kucing termasuk binatang yang cerdas, cerdik, dan pintar. Kucing mampu mengingat dengan baik melebihi manusia ( itu menurut saya….heheheh ), kenapa saya menyimpulkan demikian??. Saya mempunyai kucing ras Persia, saya adopt dari umur 3 bulan dan sekarang menginjak dewasa. Secara tidak sengaja saya perhatikan perilaku kucing saya tersebut. Ketika dia poops, tidur, bermain dan bersantai. Analisa saya kucing tersebut selalu poops di tempat yang sama, tidur di tempat yang sama baik itu bermain maupun bersantai selalu di tempat yang sama pula, dan dari situlah saya berpikir, kenapa bisa begitu??. Kemudian saya mencari jawaban tersebut dari buku-buku tentang kucing dan ternyata kucing mempunyai indra penciuman yang sangat tajam. Kucing mampu mengenali bau-bau yang kemudian menyimpannya pada memori otak mereka dan cenderung tidak akan lup seperti halnya manusia, kucing akan peka sekali terhadap bau badannya, sehingga dia akan mengetahui daerah-daerah mana yang pernah ditempatinya. Kucing akan mengetahui siapa saja yang menyanginya melalui indra penciumannya, kucing mamu mengingat siapa yang selalu memberinya makan dan kasih sayang.

Itulah sebabnya kucing selalu setia, tunduk dan patuh kepada majikannya. Dia akan mengetahui dan dapat membedakan mana orang yang baik padanya maupun sebaliknya, terbukti saat kucing saya jika bertemu dengan ibu saya, dia selalu lari Karena ibu saya selalu mengagetkan dia hahahahah…….dasar usil ibu saya  itu tidak lain dikarenakan karena indra penciuman yang dikolaborasikan dengan memori otaknya sehingga menjadikan ingatannya tajam. Itulah pernyataan singkat yang membuat kucing selalu melakukan aktivitas di tempat yang sama dan mampu membedakan yang berada disekitarnya.

Memang topic ini tidak terlalu Ilmiah namun topic ini mengandung unsure Analisis disertai dengan Fakta-fakta Rasional…..

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Breed Profile: Sphynx Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed CH, BW, RW KAYLEE'S PRINCESS LEIA, Van Calico Sphynx Female Photo: © St. Arnaud

In 1966 a domestic cat gave birth to a hairless kitten in Toronto, Canada. It was discovered to be a natural mutation and the Sphynx cat, as we know it today, came into existence. This cat and a few other naturally hairless cats have been found worldwide. These have magically been produced by Mother Nature and are the foundation for this unusual breed. Cat breeders in Europe and North America have bred the Sphynx to normal coated cats and then back to hairless for more than thirty years. The purpose of these selective breedings was to create a genetically sound cat with a large gene pool and hybrid vigor. This is a very robust breed with few health or genetic problems.
The Sphynx is not always totally hairless; there can be a fine down on the body, which makes thecat feel like a warm peach. Some light hair is often present on the nose, tail and toes. The texture of the Sphynx skin has been compared to a suede covered hot water bottle or a heated chamois. All colors and patterns are possible and may be presented at any stage of maturity. The color is seen in the pigment of the skin and the few hairs that they do have. One of the questions most asked is "Don't they get cold?" Well, of course, if it is too cold for you it will be too cold for a hairless cat too. However, these cats are smart enough to find a warm human, dog or cat to curl up with or they will get under your bed covers.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW PHAROAHTREAS NCO HARRISON, Red-White Sphynx Male Photo: ©

This is a substantial cat, medium sized and strong, with adult males being larger than adult females. Sphynx have sturdy boning and good muscle development and should have a bit of a belly as if they just finished dinner. They have an open-eyed, intelligent face and a friendly expression.
The Sphynx are extremely inquisitive and love to be the center of attention. They perform silly antics for your entertainment and are sometimes downright clumsy.. .on purpose it seems. They make great show cats because of this ''look at me" attitude and they are easy for judges to handle. They prefer human attention but enjoy the company of dogs and other cats. They have an abundance of energy and mischief and are always with you, on you or showing off for you. "Love Mooch" is the perfect term for these amazing cats.
Because of the lack of hair that would normally absorb body oils, the Sphynx needs periodic bathing and ear cleaning. This is not a difficult task with a cat that has been acclimated from kittenhood with bathing and grooming proper for the Sphynx.
Some people who suffer from cat allergies can tolerate living with Sphynx cats. However, depending on the type and severity of the individual's allergic reactions, there are still people who cannot live with this breed.

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC, RW PINUPCATS CRUSH WITH EYELINER, Tortie-White Sphynx Female Photo: © Chanan

The Sphynx was accepted for competition in the Championship Class by The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) in February of 2002. Sphynx lovers feel this is one of the most rare and unusual breeds in the cat fancy today...Sphynx are pure enchantment.
Sphynx are rare and most breeders have a waiting list for their kittens.
Pricing on Sphynx usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Colorpoint Shorthair Cats

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Colorpoint Shorthairs are the first cousins of the Siamese. This breed is distinguished by its elegance in sixteen different "point" colors beyond the four Siamese colors. Half-siblings to the Siamese by virtue of their foundation and continuing breeding with the Siamese, the Colorpoint Shorthair is a hybrid breed of the Siamese. Colorpoints, circa 1947-48, are a far cry from their angular, leggy descendants of today. Today's Colorpoints are the same structural standard of the Siamese, with the only difference being their unique point colors.
In the early breedings, breeders concentrated on cats with red or cream restricted to the points (face, legs, ears, tails and genitals). Early hybridizations with domestic shorthairs, and refinement by concentrating the Siamese gene with the red gene, produced the first of the colors to eventually be called Colorpoint Shorthairs. To distinguish the new breed from the Siamese, CFA breeders adopted the name Colorpoint Shorthair for registration purposes, and through a painstaking process won recognition as a breed in 1964. The early cats who helped become the new breed were given the first color class of the Colorpoints, called the solid points, which are the red and cream points.
As time progressed and the early hybrids gained popularity, the tabby versions of the Siamese were introduced into the Colorpoint Shorthair programs in the four Siamese colors. In CFA, these tabby pointed cats are called lynx points and are exhibited in their own "lynx point class" as seal-lynx points, chocolatelynx points, blue-lynx points, lilac-lynx points, red-lynx points and cream-lynx points.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW HOTZCATS SPICY CAJUN, Seal-Tortie Point Colorpoint Shorthair Female Photo: © Chanan

The tortie, or parti-colors, are an interesting phenomenon of the hybridization process of the red gene. Shortened to "tortie or cream points," this color class of the Colorpoint Shorthairs are exhibited as the parti-colors. They are memorable representatives of the breed because of their loving yet independent attitudes. The parti-colors are a "by product" of the red gene and come in the four Siamese colors with random mottling or "blotching" of red and/or cream with the basic Siamese color. They often also have what is called a "blaze," a symmetrical split of the red and/or cream on one side of the face mask and the Siamese color, such as seal, on the other half. Indeed, this is a very striking appearance. Because the red color gene is sex linked, tortie or cream parti-color points only come in females. Color descriptions start with the primary Siamese color and add the mottling of red or cream. Thus we have the seal-tortie points, chocolate-tortie points, blue-cream points and lilac-cream points. When bred to a lynx parent, the last four of the sixteen colors are the tabby, or lynx, versions of the parti-color points, i.e. the seal-tortie lynx point, chocolate-tortie lynx point, blue-cream lynx point and lilac-cream lynx point.
Like their Siamese cousins, Colorpoint Shorthairs require little grooming and are especially good in households with allergies to cats since both breeds have little dander. An occasional bath is recommended, but allow the freshly bathed coat to air dry in a warm spot. Do not blow dry, but do brush the coat with the concave or short side of a small rubber brush to remove loose hair and make the coat lie smooth. The coat can be "finished" by smoothing the coat with a chamois cloth. Balanced diets high in protein are generally recommended, since part of the natural beauty of the Colorpoints is their glistening, muscular hard tubular bodies. Heed the instructions of your cat's breeder when you acquire your Colorpoint Shorthair, and you will be blessed with a long-lived joyous companion.

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC, RW CLOWNTOWN'S BETTY DAVIS EYES, Seal-Lynx Point Colorpoint Shorthair Female Photo: © Chanan

Pricing on Colorpoint Shorthairs usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Burmese Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, RW MOUSE ISLAND'S DEJA VU OF DE BEARS, Champagne Burmese - Dilute Division Male Photo: © Chanan

In the early 1930’s, Dr. Joseph Thompson of San Francisco acquired an attractive walnut-brown female from Burma which he named Wong Mau. Through selective breeding to Siamese, it was established that the Burmese is a distinct breed. Lighter colored kittens were occasionally produced and eventually the American breeders requested recognition from CFA for these “dilute” colors; first, as another breed named Malayan, then later as a dilute division of Burmese. The four colors recognized by CFA are: sable, champagne, blue and platinum.
Burmese carry surprising weight for their size and have often been described as “bricks wrapped in silk.” Their coats are very short, satin-like in texture, and generally require little grooming other than daily petting. There is a range in Burmese head and body type; the more compact cats with the rounder heads are seen in the show ring. Burmese have large, expressive eyes that are great pools of innocence and seductive appeal, irresistible in effect. These eyes are their most persuasive weapon in an arsenal of endearing traits that mask an awesome power to hypnotize their owners into life-time love affairs through which they effortlessly rule their families.

Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, DW BURMANIA YOKO MAY OF LAC HONG, Sable Burmese - Sable Division Female Photo: ©

As kittens, Burmese are quite lively. They often seem clumsy when they attempt feats beyond their capabilities and land on their rears with solid little thumps. They will be playful well into adulthood. As Burmese grow, their high intelligence emerges and their own individual personalities start to unfold. They mature into charming, resolute executives who move in and take over a household, running it efficiently with those big eyes and a velvet paw. If encouraged, many Burmese converse with their humans, using soft, sweet voices (they are neither loud nor raucous). They are good with children, will tolerate the family dog, and if introduced to it at an early age as something pleasant, most will enjoy traveling in a car.
Burmese are extremely people-oriented; their personalities are almost dog-like in a tendency to shadow their owners and in a desire to give and receive affection. Many Burmese have delighted their “humans” by learning to retrieve. They love warm laps and caressing hands and enjoy cuddling up in bed either under the covers or on top of their favorite persons. They delight in helping to manage the house. Some of their favorite chores are assisting with paper work or reading (by sitting on top of the material), or going into cupboards (to demonstrate where things ought to be). Typically, Burmese are always with people. The females tend to request center stage and take an active role in ruling the household. The males prefer to supervise from the lap position, are more laid back and less opinionated. If emotionally slighted by their owner’s obtuseness, Burmese may sulk, but, fortunately, not for long. Burmese often convert the most anti-cat person into a Burmese enthusiast. Be forewarned! They can be addictive, and like potato chips, you may find you cannot have just one. Many people find the complete Burmese experience is to have one of each sex or perhaps two (or more) colors.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC GOODEBURM'S ICE-T OF BIJOUXCATS, Sable Burmese - Sable Division Male Photo: ©

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW QUERCETIN'S HOSHI OF SUNTAJ, Champagne Burmese - Dilute Division Male Photo: © Preston Smith Photography

Burmese should never be let outdoors as they are entirely too trusting and have little, if any, survival instinct. Their idea of survival is to turn their soulful eyes on you to attend to all their needs. This does not work for catching food, fighting off enemies or avoiding cars.
A Burmese should be purchased only from a reputable breeder; avoid pet shops. It is advisable to visit the breeder’s home to observe the conditions in which the litter is being raised. While breeders differ in their methods, the environment should be clean and relatively odorless. The kittens should be energetic, curious, and easily handled. They should also appear healthy, as should all the cats in the breeder’s home. Check for clear eyes and noses, clean ears and healthy-looking coats. A breeder should guarantee the health of the kitten or cat for a reasonable length of time, provide registration papers (often after the kitten has been altered), discuss care, and be available to answer questions.

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC QUERCETIN'S DORADO, Sable Burmese - Sable Division Male Photo: © Preston Smith Photography

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC CATIZEN FOOT IN THE DOOR, Platinum Burmese - Dilute Division Female Photo: © Preston Smith Photography

Pricing on Burmese usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National or Regional winning parentage (NW or RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Turkish Angora Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, NW FOLIE A DEUX SUPURCALIFRAGILISTIC, Blue Slvr Ptch Mctby-W Turkish Angora Female Photo: © Chanan

One of the most outgoing and affectionate of all cat breeds, the rare and beautiful Turkish Angora has a fascinating history and is considered a national treasure in its native land. Many Turkish Angora owners in the United Stated consider their cats a treasure as well! Turks are not only intelligent, but extremely adaptable, loving and playful, which makes them an excellent choice for families with young children, and lively companions for senior adults. They readily accept dogs and other animals, but their assertive natures often make them the “alpha” pet in the household.
Elegant, finely-boned creatures, Turkish Angoras are graceful, energetic and usually the first to welcome visitors into your home. It is also not unusual for a pet Turk to act as the “host” at a party or other gathering, inspecting and interacting with every guest. It is no wonder that they are often considered “dog-like!”
The Turkish Angora’s soft, silky coat rarely mats and requires only minimal grooming. Most breeders recommend combing once or twice a week with a fine-toothed comb or slicker brush to remove excess hair and keep the coat looking and feeling its best. Like all long-haired breeds, they lose some coat during the summer months, when more frequent combing may be needed to prevent hairballs.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW COZMECATS DIAMOND DUST, Blue-Eyed White Turkish Angora Female Photo: ©

Most likely, the breed originated in the mountainous regions of Turkey, where it developed an unusually soft, medium-long coat for protection against the harsh winters. Possibly it evolved from the Manul cat, a small feline domesticated by the Tartars. This pure, natural breed can trace its written history as far back as 16th-century France. However, in the early 1900s, it was used indiscriminately in Persian breeding programs and virtually disappeared as a separate breed. For many years, all longhaired cats were referred to simply as “Angoras.”
Fortunately for cat lovers, controlled breeding programs had been set up in Turkey to preserve this living treasure. There, in the 1950s, at the Ankara Zoo, the Turkish Angora was discovered by American servicemen and re-introduced to the cat fancy. All Turkish Angoras registered by CFA must be able to trace their ancestry back to Turkey.
Although the first import on record arrived in the U.S. in 1954, it was not until the mid-1960s that the breed became numerous enough to seek recognition from CFA. White Turkish Angoras were accepted for registration in 1968, for Provisional Breed competition in 1970, and for Champion-ship competition in 1972. The first CFA grand champion, GC NoRuz Kristal of Azima, came in 1976. However, it took another two years before colored Turkish Angoras were permitted to compete in Championship with their all-white siblings.

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC, RW GILDETHROS REIGNING THUNDER, Black Turkish Angora Male Photo: © Jim Child

While whites are still very popular today, Turkish Angora breeders have focused increasingly on colored cats. More and more people are realizing how lovely these lithe, elegant creatures look in other colors. At a CFA show today you might see these cats in other solid colors, such as black, blue, red and cream; in tortoiseshell or blue-cream; in classic, mackerel and spotted tabbies of many colors; and bi-colored cats in any of these colors with white. In recent years, many breeders have begun working with smoke and shaded colors as well. Any shade and pattern, except those that denote hybridization (such as lavender, chocolate or the pointed pattern) is accepted for CFA registration.
Pricing on Turkish Angoras usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life. Colors: a wide array of colors in the solid, shaded, smoke, tabby, bi-color and parti-color patterns.

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Breed Profile: American Shorthair Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, NW YATFUNG'S HULK IN BROWN!!!, Brown Tabby American Shorthair Male Photo: © Chanan

Looking for a cat that will be a gentle companion, a playmate for your children, and a full-fledged member of the family? Look no further than the American Shorthair. This breed is known for its longevity, robust health, good looks, quiet disposition and amiability with children and dogs. The American Shorthair is America's own breed, whose ancestors came to North America with early settlers from Europe. Records indicate that the "Mayflower" carried several cats to hunt ship's rats. For centuries, "working cats" flourished along with their pioneer owners and eventually established themselves as the native North American shorthaired cat. Their beauty and loving nature came to be valued as much as their rat-catching skills. One brown tabby American Shorthair was even offered for sale for $2,500 at the Second Annual Cat Show at Madison Square Garden in 1896. Imagine what that would be in today's dollars! Early in the 20th century, foreign breeds imported to the United States (Longhairs and Siamese) interbred with native shorthaired cats, producing kittens with varied coat lengths, body styles, color and temperament. Those who wished to preserve the North American shorthaired cat acquired the finest examples of the breed and began mating them selectively to preserve the breed's conformation, beautiful face and sweet disposition, while perfecting the patterns and colors characteristic of the American Shorthair as we know it today. The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) chose to officially recognize this lovely cat as one of its first five registered breeds in 1906.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, NW STEDAM'S SILVER BULLET OF KIT, Silver Tabby American Shorthair Male Photo: © Chanan

Originally known as the Domestic Shorthair, the breed was renamed "American Shorthair" in 1966 to better represent its "All American" character and to differentiate it from any other shorthaired breed. The name "American Shorthair" also reinforces the idea that our native North American shorthaired cat is distinctly different from what may be found in streets, neighborhoods and barnyards.
By chance, a non-pedigreed shorthaired cat (or "Domestic Shorthair") might resemble an American Shorthair, just as another random-bred cat might look like a Siamese, Persian or Maine Coon. The difference, however, is that a pedigreed cat can consistently produce kittens of the same physical conformation, coat quality, and temperament, while a random-bred cat cannot. Years of selective breeding and the careful recording of many generations of cats guarantee that each litter of kittens will have specific qualities.
The American Shorthair has made steady progress in the show ring. There have been dozens of American Shorthairs achieving recognition at the national level, including two CFA "Cats of the Year" and one CFA "Kitten of the Year." American Shorthairs are often selected as "Best Cat in Show," and each year more than a hundred become Grand Champions, Grand Premiers and Distinguished Merit cats, as well as regional and national level winners. American Shorthairs are low-maintenance cats. These beautiful cats are not only lovely to look at, but healthy, easy-going and affectionate. Males are significantly larger than females, weighing eleven to fifteen pounds when fully grown. Mature females weigh eight to twelve pounds when they achieve full growth at three to four years of age. American Shorthairs can live fifteen to twenty years, requiring only annual vaccinations, veterinary checkups, a quality diet and plenty of tender loving care.

Third Best of Breed GC, NW KCDANCERS EYE-OF-THE TIGER, Silver Tabby-White American Shorthair Male Photo: © Chanan

The American Shorthair is recognized in more than eighty different colors and patterns ranging from the striking brown patched tabby to the glistening blue-eyed white, the beautiful shaded silvers, smokes and cameos to the flashy calico van, and many colors in between. The most well-known American Shorthair color today is the silver tabby, with dense black markings set on a sterling silver background. You probably have seen an example of this striking variety in television and magazine advertising or in recent movie roles.
It's no wonder that the American Shorthair consistently ranks as one of the ten most popular breeds of cat -- truly a star in the feline world.
Pricing on American Shorthairs usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Norwegian Forest Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, RW DIAMOND DUST REIN LYNX OF SANSSOUCI, Blue Tabby-White Norwegian Forest Cat Male Photo: © Tetsu

Bright emerald green eyes with a band of gold. Long flowing hair. Sweet-expressioned faces. Jaunty ear and toe trimmings. Each time you see a Norwegian Forest Cat is a feast for the eyes. Each time you touch their spun-silk soft coats is a delight to the fingertips.
These are the cats that explored the world with the Vikings, protecting the grain stores on land and sea, and which are believed to have left their progeny on the shores of North America as a legacy to the future.
These lovely cats are really two for the price of one, they can differ so greatly in looks from summer to winter. Some time in the spring they take off their “winter underwear,” the downy undercoat that provides warmth, and the long non-tangling outer guardhairs that act as protection from rain and snow. The contrast can be quite extreme. The inner-ear hair that deflects the wind and snow (and can be three to four inches long, curving out and around the ear like flexible racing stripes) remains all year. The tail is always magnificent, being as much as twelve inches or more when fanned to its fullest. Perhaps the most impressive part of the coat is the mane. On a fully mature cat, i.e. one over five years of age and which is challenged by the most adverse cold weather, the mane is nothing less than spectacular. It is long, dense and very, very impressive! This, unfortunately, may disappear in the spring, but rest assured that it will begin to lengthen again as the days begin to shorten.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW FEATHERLAND CARONDELET, Brown Tabby-White Norwegian Forest Cat Male Photo: ©

These cats are designed by Mother Nature. They appear in coats of most colors, from pure white to deepest coal black, with every possible coat pattern and color combination in between, with the exception of the colorpoint colors as seen in the Siamese or Persian-Himalayan such as seal point or chocolate point. Darker cats require less coat to keep warm since they absorb more heat from the sun. Lighter cats tend to have fuller coats with more undercoat. Some colors change from light to darker tones with the seasons. Mother Nature is so thoughtful! And, finally, because they are a natural breed, their mature size will differ from line to line.
Is their Norse name accurate? Yes, the skogkatt, meaning forest cat, really did come out of the Scandinavian forests some time in the last 4,000 years. However, they are not feral but are among the most people-oriented cats. Of course their personalities differ, depending upon the type home in which they spend their early kittenhood. As with any other breed, a kitten handled and petted by many loving people from birth and which has been exposed to children, cats and dogs will be different from one born and raised in an isolated area with limited human contact.
A question frequently asked is about the care the long coats require. As one breeder is fond of saying: “Mother Nature does not have hairdressers in the deep woods, so she did not design the cat to require the daily attention necessary to some other longhaired breeds.” Very little, if any, combing is required for non-show cats, but is recommended during spring shedding.
The Forest Cat was presented to the CFA Board for registration acceptance in February 1987, and in 1993, these wonderful works of art from nature were accepted for full championship status.

Pictured Third Best of Breed GC, RW ZAPZKATZ GRETA VAN SUSTEREN, Brown Tabby-White Norwegian Forest Cat Female Photo: © Larry Johnson

Pricing on Norwegian Forest Cats usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National or Regional winning parentage (NW or RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Birman Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, RW PIXYDUST'S FEARLESS RAJAH, Seal Point Birman Male Photo: © Chanan

The Birman cat is believed to have originated in Burma, where it was considered sacred, the companion cat of the Kittah priests. There is a legend as to how the Birmans developed the colors they are today: “Originally, the guardians of the Temple of LaoTsun were yellow-eyed white cats with long hair. The golden goddess of the temple, Tsun-Kyan-Kse, had deep blue eyes. The head priest, Mun-Ha, had as his companion a beautiful cat named Sinh. One day the temple was attacked and Mun-Ha was killed. At the moment of his death, Sinh placed his feet on his master and faced the goddess. The cat’s white fur took on a golden cast, his eyes turned as blue as the eyes of the goddess, and his face, legs and tail became the color of earth. However, his paws, where they touched the priest, remained white as a symbol of purity. All the other temple cats became similarly colored. Seven days later, Sinh died, taking the soul of Mun-Ha to paradise.”
The modern history of the Birman is almost as shrouded in mystery as its legendary origin. What is known for certain is that, probably around 1919, a pair of Birman cats were clandestinely shipped from Burma to France. The male cat did not survive the arduous conditions of the long voyage, but the female, Sita, did survive, and happily, was pregnant.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW BOOTS CAMP EAGLE GIRL, Seal Lynx Point Birman Female Photo: © Birman

From this small foundation the Birman was established in the western world. The French cat registry recognized the Birman as a separate breed in 1925. By the end of WW II, only two Birmans were left alive in Europe, and a program of outcrossing was necessary to reestablish the breed. Most cat registries require at least five generations of pure breeding after outcrossings to fully accredit a breed for championship competition. Birmans were recognized by England in 1966 and by The Cat Fanciers’ Association in 1967.
The ideal Birman is a large, long stocky cat. It has long silky hair, not as thick as that of the Persian, and is of a texture that doesn’t mat. The color of the coat is light, preferably with a golden cast, as if misted with gold. The “points” - face, legs and tail - are darker, similar to the Siamese and colorpointed Persian color patterns of seal point, blue point, chocolate point and lilac point. The almost round eyes are blue, set in a strong face with heavy jaws, full chin and Roman nose with nostrils set low. The very distinctive white feet are ideally symmetrical. The gloves on the front feet, if perfect, go across in an even line, and on the back feet end in a point up the back of the leg, called laces. It is very difficult to breed a cat with four perfect white gloves.
The Birman personality is marvelous - gentle, active, playful, but quiet and unobtrusive if you are busy with other things.

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC, RW CATABELLA FLASH OF PLEASANTVIEW, Seal Point Birman Male Photo: © Chanan

Pricing on Birmans usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National or Regional winning parentage (NW or RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.

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Breed Profile: Abyssinian Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW, NW ASTECH'S JET STREAM, Ruddy Abyssinian Male Photo: © Helmi Flick

Although the Abyssinian is one of the oldest known breeds, there continues to be speculation and controversy concerning its history. In appearance, Abyssinians resemble the paintings and sculptures of ancient Egyptian cats which portray an elegant feline with a muscular body, beautiful arched neck, large ears and almond shaped eyes. Abys today still retain the jungle look of felis lybica, the African wildcat ancestor of all domestic cats.
The source of the name is not because Ethiopia, formerly Abyssinia, is thought to be the original home of these cats, but because the first "Abyssinians" exhibited in shows in England were reported to have been imported from that country. The first mention is in the Harper's Weekly (January 27, 1872 issue) where the 3rd prize in the December, 1871 Crystal Palace show was taken by the Abyssinian Cat ("captured in the late Abyssinian War"). This article is accompanied by an illustration of the Abyssinian Cat. In the British book, by Gordon Stables, Cats, Their Points, and Characteristics... published in 1874, there is also mention of an Abyssinian. The book shows a colored lithograph of a cat with a ticked coat and absence of tabby markings on the paws, face and neck. The description reads: "Zula, the property of Mrs. Captain Barrett-Lennard. This cat was brought from Abyssinia at the conclusion of the war..." British troops left Abyssinia in May 1868, so that may have been the time when cats with ticked coats first entered England. Unfortunately, there are no written records tracing the early Abyssinians to those imported cats, and many British breeders are of the opinion that the breed was actually created through the crossing of the various existing silver and brown tabbies with native British "Bunny" ticked cats.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC, RW ABYFYE'S OUTBACK, Ruddy Abyssinian Male Photo: © St. Arnaud

Recent studies by geneticists show that the most convincing origin of the Abyssinian breed is the coast of the Indian Ocean and parts of Southeast Asia. In fact, the earliest identifiable Aby is a taxidermal exhibit still residing in the Leiden Zoological Museum in Holland. This ruddy ticked cat was purchased around 1834-1836 from a supplier of small wild cat exhibits and labeled by the museum founder as "Patrie, domestica India." Although the Abyssinian as a breed was refined in England, its introduction to that country and others may have been the result of colonists and merchants stopping in Calcutta, the major port for the Indian Ocean.
The first Abyssinians to be imported to North America from England arrived in the early 1900s, but it was not until the late 1930s that several top quality Abys were exported from Britain to form the foundation of today's American breeding programs.
As described in the Abyssinian Breeders International "Kitten Buyer's Guide" by Carolyn Osier, "Abyssinians must be one of the most intelligent animals ever created." This handbook for the potential Aby owner describes these cats as "...a very people-oriented cat. Not a lap cat... but a cat that likes to be with people, a cat that wants to know what you are doing - that wants to help. There is probably no breed anywhere more loyal than the Aby. Once you have acquired an Aby as a companion, you will never be able to complain that no one understands you. Abys are very good at training people to do just what they want them to do."

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC, RW HITAILS LULU MOONER, Blue Abyssinian Female Photo: © Larry Johnson

Pricing on Abyssinians usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.
There are CFA clubs devoted to the promotion, protection and preservation of the Abyssinian breed. For more information, please send inquiries to CFA, 1805 Atlantic Avenue, Manasquan NJ 08736.

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Breed Profile: American Bobtail Cats

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Pictured: Best of Breed GC, BW KEL-C-KATZ THE SUNDANCE KID, Red Tabby American Bobtail Longhair Male Photo: © Preston Smith photography

At first glance you are sure that you have just seen a bobcat, you slowly turn and your gaze falls upon this magnificent and untamed looking creature. It captivates you. Your eyes meet and you are drawn to a far away place where hearts run wild and free. The cat cleans its luxurious fur, blinks its eyes at you and begins to purr. You long to stroke its soft, thick fur and hold him in your arms, but do you dare? Tentatively you reach for the amazing animal. He stands up and stretches, allowing you to marvel at his substantial body and his natural short tail. He is a thing of the wild, of that you are sure. The cat saunters over to you and demands attention, you cautiously pick him up and are amazed at his personality. Affectionate, intelligent and gentle, your heart has been stolen by an American Bobtail.
The American Bobtail is a medium-to-large, naturally occurring, bobtailed cat; a noticeably athletic animal, well muscled, with the appearance of power. The tail should be clearly visible above the back when the cat is alert and is not to exceed the hock in length. The optimum tail is articulate and nearly straight with the slightest of curves. The American Bobtail cat possesses a strong, broad modified wedge-shaped head, with a distinctive brow above large almost almond shaped eyes giving it a natural hunting gaze. Its unique coat comes in both a medium, semi-dense shorthair and a medium-length longhair that is resilient and resistant to water. When in motion, it should exhibit a natural rolling gait giving the cat with all of its combined physical characteristics the resemblance of a bobtailed wildcat. This is a slow maturing breed taking two to three years to reach full adult type.

Pictured: Best of Breed CH, BW NUDAWNZ HUNTRESS, Seal-Lynx Point American Bobtail Shorthair Female Photo: ©

The American Bobtail is noted for its wild look, with an exceptional disposition and adaptability.
American Bobtails are a loving, kind and incredibly intelligent cats. They are noted for their dog like personalities and their devotion to their owners. They easily adapt to a busy or quiet environment. In this breed no two tails are exactly the same. The average length of the tail is one to four inches, however this is an average, and some tails may be shorter or longer.
American Bobtails bond with their family. They get along well with most dogs and have a welcome spot in their hearts for newcomers, whether they are twolegged or four-legged. Long haul truck drivers have purchased them as cabin companions because they are known to be good travelers if introduced to it at a young age. Psychotherapists have also used them in their treatment programs because they have been found to be very well-behaved and sensitive to people in distress.

Pictured: Second Best of Breed GC MAGICBOBS TEDDY BEAR, Brown Tabby American Bobtail Longhair Male Photo: © Helmi Flick

Pictured: Second Best of Breed NUDAWNZ THE GNOME FROM NOME, Copper-Eyed White American Bobtail Shorthair Male Photo: © Preston Smith Photography

They are excellent companions for children and do not mind being carried around like a sack of potatoes. They interact well with people of all ages and serve a great purpose in the family home as a major source of entertainment due to their clown like personalities. They also offer a warm, soft shoulder to cry on when needed. They are known for their love of games and can play fetch or hide and seek for hours on end. They will often initiate a game and can be very persistent until you play with them. They are basically quiet cats in voice, however they do trill, chirp and click when delighted. They are easily leash-trained and love to go for walks. Not technically thieves, the American Bobtail’s love of shiny objects makes it necessary to keep jewelry boxes closed and even locked.
The American Bobtail is one of the most recent breeds to be accepted for registration by the Cat Fanciers’ Association. February 2000 marks this recognition and confirms what breeders have known for many years, that the American Bobtail has its place in the world of pedigreed cats. The American Bobtail advanced to Championship status effective May 1, 2006. It is one of America’s own, a breed to be proud of. Its wildcat look combined with its full domesticity and pleasing personality is a credit to all the breeders who have devoted the time, effort and energy into shaping this remarkable breed. The American Bobtail can proudly claim the title “Born in the USA.”

Pictured: Third Best of Breed GC DELTABOBZ DELTA DAWN OF JABOCATS, Brown Mackerel Tabby American Bobtail - Longhair Division Female Photo: ©

Third Best of Breed: Third Best of Breed GC TAILSOFSTYLE LAKOTA OF CATALONS, Brown Spotted Tabby American Bobtail - Shorthair Division Male Photo: © Tetsu

Pricing on American Bobtails usually depends on type, applicable markings and bloodlines distinguished by Grand Champion (GC), National, National Breed and/or Regional winning parentage (NW, BW, RW) or of Distinguished Merit parentage (DM). The DM title is achieved by the dam (mother) having produced five CFA grand champion/premier (alter) or DM offspring, or sire (father) having produced fifteen CFA grand champion/premier or DM offspring. Usually breeders make kittens available between twelve and sixteen weeks of age. After twelve weeks, kittens have had their basic inoculations and developed the physical and social stability needed for a new environment, showing, or being transported by air. Keeping such a rare treasure indoors, neutering or spaying and providing acceptable surfaces (e.g. scratching posts) for the natural behavior of scratching (CFA disapproves of declawing or tendonectomy surgery) are essential elements for maintaining a healthy, long and joyful life.
There are CFA clubs devoted to the promotion, protection and preservation of the American Bobtail breed. For more information, please send inquiries to CFA, 1805 Atlantic Avenue, Manasquan NJ 08736.

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