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| Spider Flower Bed for Cats | | 2008-08-07 10:31:40 | | While this may look like a quirky stool or perhaps something for the kids bedroom, this is in fact a bed that is specifically for cats. This spider flower bed has thermal liner in the middle of its mattress pad, which works to provide comfort and warmth for your feline queens.
It’s also reversible, giving you [...]... | | By: Mattresszine | | |
| | | Fat Cats / Gras dur | | 2008-07-29 14:22:00 | | The WTO talks to reanimate Doha collapsed. Farmers who live off the government (read : taxpayers) and consumers because of supply management and price support are relieved. Those fat cats are happy that they will be able to avoid the discipline of market competition and continue to gouge consumers. La Presse makes a good summary of the loosers and winners. Overall, the big winners are those fews who live off the many through the State. But La Presse forgot to mention poor families. Because they ... | | By: Vincent Geloso: 100% libéralisé | | |
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| | Shopping spree, DSL, the cats, & weekend plans | | 2008-07-17 21:01:00 | | Calories eaten yesterday: 1374
Fat: 32g (20%)
Carbs: 105g (30%)
Protein: 173g (49%)
Weight this morning: 129.2 (One week ago: 130.2)
Calories burned in exercise today: 129
Well, finally a number under 130 for the first time since my move.
Today was payday so I went on a shopping spree - $158 at Safeway for groceries, including $20 spending cash. I had so many groceries that someone asked if I... | | By: Carbohydrate Addict | | |
| | I'm sure the cats will learn to appreciate it, in time. | | 2008-07-06 07:18:00 | | As you might guess about someone who's got a mililons cats and kids, and who spends large amounts of time writing about squid chili and monsters, my home decor is what you might call... eclectic, if you're feeling charitable, and odd if you're feeling, well, uncharitable.It's not that anything's terrible about it; it' s just that it tends to match my personality; I like things a little different. And it's also that we did not buy all our furniture at once, so each one represents an era I went through.Our living room, for example, has a cat tree, a cat tower, the sectional couch, an antique desk wiht a modern computer desk next to it, a piano, a large plant, and a glass curio cabinet.Oh, and a Tiffany lamp.What I'd like, to tie it all together, is a grandfather clock. Grandfather clocks have a way of becoming the focal centerpoint of a room, the captain of the room, if you will. They stand in the room with authority and tell you This is what this room is all about. I figured, though, I'... | | By: Under The Eyes Of God | | |
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| TSA To Screen For Terrorist Cats | | 2008-07-04 11:15:00 | | Responding to the latest threat from extremist terrorist groups, the Transportation Safety Administration will begin to x-ray and inspect all cats carried onto planes. With the new increase in...
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| | Funny Cats | | 2008-07-02 16:25:00 | | Do you have some fun today? Do you like cat? I do like cat. They are so cute and funny. I want to share funny cats video. Watch out the video this is for you.... | | By: Amazing life | | |
| | Sell Your Dogs and Cats with Your Own Website | | 2008-06-28 00:00:00 | | Puppy website is a company which creates and develops affordable, enriching pet websites for those who are looking to sell dogs and cats. Here, you can get various strategies in promoting your pets to loving homes located all over the world as well as enhance the success that you are already experiencing in this industry [...]... | | By: Resources Zone | | |
| | | | Why Dogs Are Better Pets Than Cats | | 2008-06-07 06:24:01 | | 1. Dogs will tilt their heads and try to understand every word you say. Cats will ignore you and take a nap.2. Cats look silly on a leash.3. When you come home from work, your dog will be happy and lick your face. Cats will still be mad at you for leaving in the first place.4. Dogs will give you unconditional love until the day they die. Cats will make you pay for every mistake you've ever made since the day you were born.5. A dog knows when you're sad. And he'll try to comfort you. Cats don't care how you feel, as long as you remember where the can opener is.6. Dogs will bring you your slippers. Cats will drop a dead mouse in your slippers.7. When you take them for a ride, dogs will sit on the seat next to you. Cats have to have their own private basket, or they won't go at all.8. Dogs will come when you call them. And they'll be happy. Cats will have someone take a message and get back to you.9. Dogs will play fetch with you all day long. The only thing cats will lay with all day lon... | | By: Stupid Tips | | |
| | Cats And Feline Diabetes | | 2008-05-21 00:53:33 | | by Ryan HorneCats are one of the most popular pets in North America. They are loving pets, capable of providing you years of companionship. Like other pets, cats can sometimes get sick. There are several different types of ailments that cats can get, one of which is feline diabetes. Feline diabetes is a serious disease, although it can be treated by a veterinarian. Diabetes is more common with humans than with cats or other animals. The cause of diabetes is actually quite simple. Sugar, or glucose, is found in the blood. The level of blood sugar in the body or the animal is kept under control by hormone insulin, which the pancreas produces. When the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, diabetes is to blame. The symptoms of feline diabetes will vary. The most common symptoms include an increase in urine and an increase in thirst. Other symptoms of feline diabetes include a loss of appetite, weight loss, and a poor coat. An increase in thirst is easy to detect, as you can easily no... | | By: Danta's Articles | | |
| | Divine Cats | | 2008-05-20 09:41:18 | | 25th April 2008, Polar Cat was waiting for me at the lobby and when it saw me, ran up the stairs…
This is the white cat which I first encountered on 19th February 2008, lying on the pavement far away from my house — which I had shown in the photograph at the post on The [...]... | | By: Moments That Inspire | | |
| | Three Cats Laboratory Escape 2 Walkthrough | | 2008-05-19 22:22:26 | | Three Cats Laboratory Escape 2 is a Japanese point and click type escape the room game.In this game you need to escape by finding items and solving some puzzles.Good Luck!Play Three Cats Laboratory Escape 2Alternative LinkThree Cats Laboratory Escape 2 Walkthrough:1. click right , blue bottle, under it is 2 puzzle pieces.2.click the chair, under table is screwdriver. and left side of table is flashlight (and if you look on the left, you'll see 2 more pieces, but you get them later.)3. click the lamp once.4. go left, lights off.5. go right, click the lamp, get the code . R5 L1 R8 L46. Turn lights on. Click the sleeping cat. click the brown cat . Get Key.7. go right, open lock in the doors. Put the code R5 L1 R8 L4Something happened.8. click right, put the cat heads plug in.9. on the right, open the panel and get battery.10. put the battery in the flashlight.11. click the red thing on the pipe, and then click the cat.click the red thing again.. cat jump on it.12.now you can clik cats mou... | | By: Online Games | | |
| | Three Cats Laboratory Escape 2 | | 2008-05-17 12:56:00 | | Segunda parte de Three Cats Laboratory Escape, ayuda a los tres gatitos a escapar otra vez del laboratorio, buscando objetos, interactuando con ellos y resolviendo nuevos puzzles, diviértete y si necesitas ayuda, consulta la solución aquí.Enlace alternativo del juego... | | By: 1001 JUEGOS | | |
| | Purring as Communication Between Cats | | 2008-05-10 01:34:06 | | Cat communication consists of a range of methods with which cats communicate with humans, other cats, and other animals. While superficially cats may seem to lack social behavior, in fact close study reveals a wide repertoire of subtle behaviors, which serve cats in their natural wild setting where they form organized hierarchies, and in their domestic interactions with humans.It is not quite clear how and when purring is used between cats themselves, which may be more indicative of its evoluntionary significance than why it happens when humans are involved. It is likely that purring is a cat's way of communicating to other cats that it is in a sociable mood, or that it has no aggressive intent toward the other cat(s). It may also indicate to other cats in its social group that it is healthy and well.Purring may also be a signalling mechanism between mother cats and nursing kittens. Female cats are known to purr while giving birth, and this may be to reduce the pain and also assist pos... | | By: Pets Knowledge | | |
| | Why Cats Purr | | 2008-05-10 01:32:52 | | Animal communication is always fascinating. Here are some theories I found about why cats purr.Above all, the purr is probably the cat's way of communicating to others (cats and humans) that it is in the mood to be sociable. The purring sound is frequently made at the same time that other 'sociable' signals are made, e.g. erect tail, slightly closed "contented" eyes. Naturally, in most situations, this will also be when the cat is feeling contented, but it need not necessarily be so. Humans usually interpret the purring of a domestic cat as an expression of some type of friendliness or contentment. This assumption is based on the observation that cats often (though not always) purr when being stroked by humans, combined with the experience that human children tend to enjoy stroking by their parents and interpret it as a gesture of affection. Consequently, most humans enjoy listening to or holding a purring cat.It is, however, not entirely clear to scientists whether this really is one ... | | By: Pets Knowledge | | |
| | Why cats hiss | | 2008-05-10 01:30:11 | | Animal behaviour has been studied for years, yet there isn't always a consensus on why animals do certain things. There are many thoughts about why cats hiss, something that their owners have tried to explain time and again.Most cats growl or hiss when angered or in danger, which serves to warn the offending party. If the warning is not heeded, a more or less serious attack may follow. Some may engage in nipping behavior or batting with their paws, either with claws extended or retracted. With cats who are improperly socialised and do not know their own strength, this can result in inadvertent damage to human skin. Like any injury, cat scratches can become infected.Cats are also known to make chirping or chattering noises when observing prey, or as a means of expressing interest in an object to nearby humans. When directed at out-of-reach prey, it is unknown whether this is a threatening sound, an expression of frustration, or an attempt to replicate a bird-call (or replicate the call ... | | By: Pets Knowledge | | |
| | About Episcopalians, Cats, & Very Good People | | 2008-05-02 23:07:31 | | FRIDAY, MAY 2As I mentioned in an earlier post, the good people at the Cat Blogsphere are helping a fellow cat-blogger who was the victim of a tragic fire. They’ve also done something nice, but I don’t now if I can mention it. Let’s just say ML proves my theory about Episcopalians being good people!This Episcopalian spent the afternoon trying to shake down local business owners – for gift certificates for the annual church raffle. It’s for a good cause, so what the heck. Fortunately everyone knows the money goes back into the community to various charities so ...... | | By: The Pink Flamingo | | |
| | People Must Really Love Their Cats | | 2008-04-30 10:53:14 | | I’ve noticed in the past few days scouring throught the unending variety of blogs across the internet that there are a lot of people that simply, purely, undeniably LOVE their pets - especially cats. If you look through the collection of icons on Entercard a good portion of them feature a cat. As someone who [...]... | | By: We Are Earthformed - so let's play in the mud | | |
| | The Story of My Cats | | 2008-04-12 06:07:08 | | Taaada…the story begins about my cats in the house. Long time inside my house I have 16 members of my cats, each cats have unique characters. One is always feeling shame, I don’t know why that cat feel shame or scare to me or because I’m too cute hahahaa….. Others is indulgent always request meow…meow.. attention . Then the most tension is all that cat will not stop meow..meow.. if they are hungry..This picture is from my last time post. It is hard to take picture in group because some others cat will keep fighting each other. What is name for all my 16 cats? My name is…..hehehe (^_^) This is my cat list cats name maybe some of you have the same cat’s name with my cat, “Engkeh”, "Parsi”, “Manja”, “Putut”, “Pusii”, “Mo..ong”, “Malur”, “Snowbell”, “Tolok”, “Milang”, “Toki”, “Eteteh”, “Pupus”,” Blacky”, “Omel”, and “Udut”. How about your cat’s name? But if we just called Meow…meow all cats will coming. I feel ... | | By: Share Something 2 You | | |
| | | Let Sleeping Husbands & Cats Lie | | 2008-03-25 17:45:00 | | So what does this have to do with marketing or affiliate managing? Other than I am in these fields and wanted to share a cute picture of the cat sleeping on the husband, it’s a good metaphor for inactive affiliates.
Now, the only reason our cat is sleeping on him is because he’s asleep and [...]... | | By: Print This! | | |
| | Video of My Cats - Kiddy VS Goldy | | 2008-03-23 23:09:00 | | Wrestle of Two Warriors - Kiddy VS GoldyJust an amateur video from mobile camera. No editing yet coz I don't know how :) The stars are "Kiddy" - white and grey mixed semi-longhair and "Goldy" - Orange tabby shorthair.
Kiddy was starting it when he jumped on Goldy's back - he always makes the first moves :) and Goldy got really annoyed and attacked him back. If you heard some backsound, it was from my nephew who was playing Tenchu - playstation. As you can see on the background, there were playstation sticks :pJust another day.. I was going out and found them on the fight position.. Maybe one of them wanted to revenge for the previous fight :p But again.. its not finish yet.. To be continue..
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| | C'N'G stands for Cats'n'Glasses | | 2008-03-23 09:23:08 | | I couldn't believe how many people like to see cats in glasses. Is it some kind of a fetish or what? I have to admit they look cute though, but how much those cats like it - see for yourselves... | | By: Daily Fun Stuff | | |
| | Boulder, Colorado Is Insane Attacking Cats and a Pink Poodle | | 2008-03-13 19:59:00 | | ANOTHER ATTACK ON CATSFerdy the Cat evidently is furious with Boulder, Colorado. Yesterday we had the story of the Iowa town that is going to execute stray cats. Boulder is one-upping them. They now want all cats to stay indoors. Mine wouldn't be caught dead outside, but that's beside the point. Evidently, according to Ferdy, Boulder officials don't like the way cats are killing innocent animals and birds. You gotta be kidding:"...A Boulder official wants to push an ordinance that would require cat owners to keep their pets inside so they don't kill birds and other animals. Boulder ...... | | By: The Pink Flamingo | | |
| | A messy apartment & two freaked out cats | | 2008-03-03 19:52:00 | | Calories eaten yesterday: 1379
Fat: 33g (22%)
Carbs: 110g (33%)
Protein: 143g (43%)
Weight this morning: 134.8 (One week ago: 134.8)
Calories burned in exercise today: 360
The workmen showed up this morning to replace the windows in the living room. I planned to put Xena in the bathroom when I left for the gym, but they showed up before that. Xena alerted me that the noises outside were the... | | By: Carbohydrate Addict | | |
| | Three Cats Laboratory Escape | | 2008-03-03 16:31:00 | | Nuevo juego japonés de escape, tres lindos gatitos se han quedado encerrados en un laboratorio, tu mision es ayudarles a escapar, encuentra los objetos y resuelve puzzles necesarios ... si necesitas ayuda, consulta la solución aquí.... | | By: 1001 JUEGOS | | |
| | Creepy or Cool: Wigs For Cats | | 2008-02-28 20:55:39 | | Who hasn’t looked at their cat and thought, “I just wish there was more I could do to instantly update your look”? Sure, there’s seasonal animal dress-up outfits and pet accessories such as jackets for winter, reindeer ears and Halloween get ups, but what about something for a bit of everyday elegance?
Well, cat-lovers, your prayers [...]... | | By: London Frequently | | |
| | Ancient Cats | | 2008-02-27 00:17:28 | | Cats seem to go on the principle that it never does any harm to ask for what you want. ~ Joseph Wood Krutch
Ancient Egyptians were crazy about cats. They worshiped them as gods literally and anyone caught hunting or mistreating them in any way was put to death. Many cat lovers take [...]... | | By: Moments That Inspire | | |
| | Cats Inspiration | | 2008-02-25 23:09:23 | | The Cat as a Role Model
“I think one reason we admire cats, those of us who do, is their proficiency in one-upmanship,” said Barbara Webster. “They always seem to come out on top, no matter what they are doing — or pretend they do. Rarely do you see a cat discomfited. They [...]... | | By: Moments That Inspire | | |
| | | Really funny jokes-Cats' skills | | 2008-02-14 23:07:22 | | Four men were bragging about how smart their cats were.The first man was an Engineer, the second man was an Accountant, the third man was a Chemist and the fourth man was a Government Employee.To show off, the Engineer called his cat, "T-square, do your stuff."T-square pranced over to the desk, took out some paper and pen and promptly drew a circle, a square, and a triangle. Everyone agreed that was pretty smart.But the Accountant said his cat could do better.He called his cat and said, "Spreadsheet, do your stuff."Spreadsheet went out to the kitchen and returned with a dozen cookies. He divided them into 4 equal piles of 3 cookies ............ Everyone agreed that was good.But the Chemist said his cat could do better. He called his cat and said "Measure, do your stuff."Measure got up, walked to the fridge, took out a quart of milk, got a 10 ounce glass from the cupboard and poured exactly 8 ounces without spilling a drop into the glass.Everyone agreed that was pretty good.Then the thr... | | By: Really funny jokes | | |
| | | Olympic Misadventures: Cats Rescued, People Displaced | | 2008-02-08 17:31:00 | | Reuters reports that more than 160 feral cats have been rescued from a London site that will be the home of the 1012 Summer Olympics.Meanwhile, David Eby of the Pivot Legal Society in Vancouver, British Columbia, writes about a friend of his, Darrell Mickasko, who has died from burns received when a gas heater he was using to keep warm behind a dumpster ignited his sleeping bag. Vancouver is hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics.I saw Darrell last week when he asked if I knew of anywhere he could rent. I didn't. Now he's dead, and the cause is indisputibly homelessness.The public needs to know why, in Vancouver, people are burning to death trying to keep warm on our streets. Darrell's family, in Edmonton, needs to know why he died.Last November, Pivot Legal Society said homelessness could triple in Vancouver by the time of the Olympics unless something is done. 1,200 people sleep on the streets in Vancouver on any given night. More than 400 units of affordable housing were lost in the ci... | | By: Michaelann Land | | |
| | New Shorthairs - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-04 01:03:00 | | Even more so than for longhaired cats, new Shorthairs are remarkable for what breeders have been able to achieve. They include the American Curl, which has ears that curve away from the face, the American Bobtail, which has a tail rather like a powder-puff, the California Spangled, which is spotted, and the cats featured here – the Bengal, Ocicat, and Scottish Fold.HistoryCat fanciers have always tried to push back the genetic frontiers of feline breeds, but they have probably never been so ingenious as in recent years – a trend that will no doubt continue, with the creation of ever more new cats.TemperamentThe temperaments of new Shorthairs are as diverse as their origins.VarietiesWith each new breed that comes into being, the challenge to develop new varieties is usually rapidly taken up.BengalAn extremely expensive cat of which there are up to two hundred in the US, where it originated. It was developed by crossing the Asian leopard cat with a Tabby, in the express aim of creati... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Sphynx - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-04 00:30:00 | | A birthday suit cat! The virtually hairless Sphynx , a cat without its traditional covering of fur, is not to everyone’s taste, but is an undoubted attention-grabber.HistoryHairless cats are said to have been bred by the Aztecs, and there are references to the “Mexican Hairless†in books from the turn of the century, but the modern cat was developed only after 1966 from a mutant kitten born in Ontario, Canada. It is rare outside North America.TemperamentContrary to popular belief, the Sphynx is an affectionate cat that enjoys being cuddles.VarietiesThe Sphynx can have any recognized coat color or pattern. Eye color should harmonize with the coat.Black-and-White SphynxThe modern Sphynx originated from a spontaneous mutation in the late 1960s. Similar hairless kittens have been recorded in the past, particularly during the 1930s, but were largely ignored.Picture: Black-and-White SphynxBodyMedium in size, fine-boned but muscular, with a barrel chest.CoatHairless, apart from a fine ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Egyptian Mau - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-04 00:09:00 | | Mau or Miw was the Ancient Egyptian name for the divine household cat, and of all domestic felines the Egyptian Mau is probably the most august.HistoryCats similar to the Egyptian Mau go far back into history, particularly in the Middle East, and it is believed that the Mau is a natural breed originating in the area of Cairo. The Mau first appeared in Europe at a cat show held in Rome in the mid-1950s, and from there was exported to the US in 1953, with initial recognition coming fifteen years later. It is not recognized in Great Britain, where Siamese-derived spotted cats formally called Maus are now known as Oriental Spotted Shorthairs.TemperamentThe Egyptian Mau is loving and playful, and is said to be good at learning tricks. It is one of the few breeds that enjoys walking on a lead.VarietiesThere are five varieties: the Silver has a silver body with black markings: the Bronze has a light brown body with dark brown markings; the Pewter has a rose-grey body with black or brown marki... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Rex - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-03 22:33:00 | | Looking as if it has just turned from the hairdressing salon with a rather old-fashioned permanent wave, the Rex cat is named after the Rex rabbit, which also has a curly coat.HistoryAlthough crinkly-coated kittens are recorded to have appeared in both Europe and the US after World War II, the breed was not taken seriously until 1950, when a litter of farm kittens in Cornwall, England, included a lively cream male with wavy fur that was mated back to its mother and found to breed true. In 1966 another, similar, kitten appeared in Devon, which, when crossed with the Cornish type produced cats with straight fur – proving that the Cornish and Devon coats were caused by different genes and that the two cats should be developed separately. Rex cats were recognized in Britain in 1967, and are now accepted for showing all over the world.TemperamentBoth the Cornish and Devon Rex are affectionate and playful.VarietiesAll coat color and patters, apart from bicolored, are recognized for the Rex... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Burmilla - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-03 22:13:00 | | As the name suggests, the Burmilla is the product of crossing a Burmese with a Chinchilla. It possesses the body conformation of a Burmese, but with a softer, tipped, or shaded coat. The development of the Burmilla can be said to have filled a need in the cat world: that of a tipped, solver Shorthair of Foreign type.HistoryDuring 1981 in Great Britain an accidental mating between a Lilac Burmese queen and a Chinchilla stud, both owned by Baroness Miranda von Kirchberg, produced four kittens that were to become the Burmilla’s founder-members. The possibility of establishing a new, true breed was quickly realized, and with that aim the Burmilla Cat Club came into being in 1984. The Burmilla has still to achieve recognition in Britain, and is only just about to be introduced in the US, but it is seen at an increasing number of shows and has already won numerous friends and admirers.TemperamentThis cat is renowned for its excellent, even tempered disposition.VarietiesThe Burmilla is bred... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Foreign Shorthairs - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-02-03 21:34:00 | | Chic cats that have the build of a Siamese and which are bred in a myriad of color and patterns, Foreign and Oriental Shorthairs are among the most distinguished-looking in the feline repertoire.HistoryIn both the US and Britain Siamese were bred to other Shorthairs to produce an elegant Foreign0type cat without point markings. Recognition was granted towards the late 1970s.TemperamentThese cats have the same energetic and inquisitive nature as the Siamese. They make loving companions.VarietiesVarieties include Black, White, Blue, Lilac, Red, Cream, Silver, Cameo, Chestnut, Cinnamon, Caramel, Black Smoke, Chestnut Smoke, Cameo Smoke, Tabby, and Tortoiseshell. Eye color is green in most cases, but can be blue or orange in the American White, and must be blue in British Whites. Amber eyes are allowed in the Black, and colors from copper to green are legitimate in the Cream and Red. In Britain, solid-colored types are known as Foreign Shorthairs, whereas Tabby, Ticked, and Spotted cats ar... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Pet Gift Baskets For Dogs And Cats, And Even Owner | | 2008-01-28 11:57:00 | | What are you planning to do this Valentines Day? You might be planning some thing special this Valentines day. But I have best advice about buying the Valentines Day gift. Blooming cookies is providing great attractive gift packets exclusively for the Valentines Day. So it is interesting to see what is available on their store. They not only sell gift items for Valentines Day but also for various other occasions. Besides selling our gift items they also sell pet gifts, dog gift baskets and cat gift baskets. They have great love for animals and they will care a lot. The pet gifts consist of cookies and brownies which are fresh and are made on daily basis. Blooming cookies have been featured on today, Oprah winfrey and many other places. By this we can know how much popular they are. They provide service only to the people in United States. Live help is available to clarify your doubts. And since 1984 they are providing their service. Blooming cookies has been started by a lady. You... | | By: Blogging Demo | | |
| | British Bicolour Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 03:47:00 | | Bicolored Cats, white cats patched with another color, are plentiful in every neighborhood, but the uppercrust, pedigree, version is much more rarely seen because of the difficulty of meeting the breed standard. The white should cover no more than half the coat, and the second color no less than half and no more than two-thirds. Ideally, the patching should be symmetrical, but in practice this is rarely possible to achieve.HistoryPerhaps surprisingly, in view of the large numbers of non-pedigree bicolored cats that have existed for as long as the domestic cat itself, the British Bicolor has only recently been recognized for sowing.TemperamentThis is an eminently even-tempered, friendly, and intelligent cat.VarietyThere are four variety: Black-tempered, friendly, and intelligent cat.British Blue-and-White Bicolor ShorthairBefore pedigree lines were introduced, the most well-known bicolored cat was one owned by the Earl of Southampton, a friend of Shakespeare. A contemporary painting shows them doing “time” together in the Tower of London.Picture: British Blue-and-White Bicolor ShorthairBodyA strong, muscular, stocky type.Coat- The fur is short and dense. Color should be white evenly patched with blue.- There should be no white hairs visible in colored patches.TailShort and thick.LegsShort, but well-proportioned.FeetThe paws are large and round with pads that are either pink or that match the color of the patches.HeadRound and broad with a short, straight nose that should have a nose pad that is either pink of that matches the color of the patches.- Face should be patched.- A white facial blaze is a desirable feature.EyesLarge, round, and copper or orange in color. Green rims are a fault.EarsMedium in size and round-tipped.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Blue-and-White Bicolor Shorthair.From a back view of the blue-and-White Bicolor, only one small, white spot mars the symmetry of the patching.Picture: British Blue-and-White and Cream-and-White Bicolor Shorthair Kit... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | British Spotted Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 03:30:00 | | If you own a British Spotted Shorthair, look out for cat thieves! Its gorgeous coat is an eye-catcher that never fails to turn heads. Reminiscent of some of its smaller wild cousins, “Spottie”, as it is affectionately known, is basically a Mackerel Tabby with the markings broken up into spots.HistoryA cat very similar to the British Spotted was known in Ancient Egypt, where it was revered in mythology as the killer of the serpent of evil. Like most British Shorthairs, the modern breed was selectively bred from street cats and made an early appearance at the cat shows held during the 1880s. It fell out of flavor at the beginning of this century, but regained popularity by the mid-1960s.TemperamentSpottie is good-natured, affable and affectionate.VarietyAny tabby-type color combination is permissible for the British Spotted, as long as the spots match the coat color. The most common varieties are the Brown, Silver, and Red. The British standard is more specific about the distribution of markings than that of the US.British Silver Spotted ShorthairThe markings on the British Spotted need to be as numerous and distinct as possible. The spots can be around, oval, or rossete-shaped.Picture: British Silver Spotted ShorthairBodyA strong, muscular, stocky type.Coat- The fur is short and dense. The color should be pale grey with black markings.- Dorsal stripe should be broken up into spots.- Broken rings on tail.Tail- Short and thick.- Tip of tail must be same color as markings.LegsShort, but well-proportioned.FeetThe paws are large and round, with black or red pads.HeadRound and broad, with a well-developed chin. The nose should be short and straight, with a red or black pad; Red nose pad, outlined in black.EyesLarge and round; color should be green or hazel, outlined in black.EarsMedium in size and round-tipped.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Silver Spotted Shorthair.Picture: British Red Spotted ShorthairBritish Red Spotted ShorthairFor this variety, the standard calls fo... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | British Tortoiseshell Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 03:03:00 | | Although the coat of the British Tortoiseshell, with its distinctive patches of black, cream, and red, makes it one of the most familiar of all the domestic cats, it is surprisingly difficult to breed. To produce the desired patterning, queens are best mated to a solid-colored black, red, or cream stud, but even then the resultant litter may contain only one kitten true to type. Because of the way the genes that determine color are inherited, almost all Tortoiseshell are female.HistoryLike most British Shorthairs, the Tortoiseshell was developed from the best street cats. It was one of the first to make an appearance on the show benches.TemperamentThe British Tortoiseshell is a sharp-witted, affectionate and charming cat that has long been highly popular as a pet.VarietiesThere are two varieties. The Tortoiseshell-and-White is the same as the Tortoiseshell but for the addition of white patches. In the Blue Tortoiseshell-and-White, known as a Dulite Calico in the US, the black is replaced by blue and the red is replaced by cream.British Tortoiseshell ShorthairAffectionately known as the “Tortie”, this breed has made a faithful fireside companion since the late nineteenth century.Picture: British Tortoiseshell ShorthairBodyStrong, muscular, and stocky.CoatShort, dense fur. Must be evenly patched with black, red, and cream; a cream or red blaze on the head is particularly sought after.TailShort and thick.LegsShort, but well-proportioned.FeetThe paws are large and round. The pads need to be pink or black or mixture of the two.HeadRound and broad, with a straight nose. The nose pad should be pink or black or a mixture of the two.EarsMedium-sized and round-tipped.EyesLarge and round; color should be either deep orange or burnished copper.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Tortoiseshell Shorthair.Picture: British Tortoiseshell-and-White ShorthairBritish Tortoiseshell-and-White ShorthairFormerly known as a Chintz or Spanish Cat, this variety is exactly the same as the Tortie... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | British Tabby Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 01:25:00 | | Picture: British Red Classic Tabby Shorthair KittenThe epitome of cat patterning and design, the tabby is the closest that the domestic cat comes to its pre-domestic forebears. The tabby gene is a dominant type, and the new-born kittens of other breeds often have faint, transient, tabby markings that bear witness to their untamed cousins to have effective camouflage in the wild. Despite the “pushiness” of the tabby gene, however, the exacting demands of the breed standard have ensured that the pedigree Tabby is no common or garden, run-of-the mill cat!HistoryTabby cats appear on the murals of Pharaonic Egypt, and they have been depicted by artisans and artists ever since. Indeed, the name comes from Attabiya, a quarter of old Baghdad in which a striped cloth was made, known in Britain as tabbi silk. The modern, pedigree, version of this venerable cat originated from crossing the best of British street cats during the nineteenth century.TemperamentThe British Tabby Shorthair is a good-natured, affectionate, and intelligent cat that makes the best sort of friend.VarietiesThe British Tabby Shorthair is bred in two coat patterns, and in several colors. The Mackerel is the more striped cat and lacks the spirals of the Classic. Brown, Silver, and Red are recognized colors in both Britain and the US, with the latter recognizing Blue and Cream as well.British Red Classic Tabby ShorthairA Classic Tabby should have a butterfly shaped on the shoulders, from which three stripes run along the spine, an ouster-shaped spiral on each flank, and narrow necklace-like stripes across the chest. The abdomen is spotted and the forehead should have frown marks that form a letter “M”. Both the tail and legs should be evenly ringed.Picture: British Red Classic Tabby ShorthairBodyA strong, muscular, stocky type.CoatThe fur should be short and plush. The deep red markings should correspond to the classic tabby pattern, and be set against a rich red ground color.- Ground color and mark... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | British Blue-Cream Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 00:59:00 | | As the name suggests, this cat is essentially a cross between Blue and Cream Shorthairs, although Tortoiseshells are also used for breeding. The Australian and British standard calls for a subtly toned cat with an intermingling of the two colors, whereas the American Blue-Cream has clearly defined patches. The way that color genes are linked to sex in some cats means that no male Blue-Creams have been recorded as having survived into adulthood.HistoryThe British Blue-Cream is a comparatively new breed, and was not recognized in Great Britain until the late 1950s.TemperamentThis cat is as affectionate and lively as its shorthaired relatives.VarietiesThere are no varieties of the Blue-Cream Shorthair.British Blue-Cream ShorthairLitters produced by crossing Blues and Creams may contain solid-colored kittens as well as Blue-Creams.Picture: British Blue-Cream ShorthairBodyA strong, muscular, stocky type.CoatThe fur is short and dense. The color should be a soft intermingling of blue and cream with no tabby markings.TailShould be short and thick.LegsShort and well-proportioned.FeetPaws are large and round with pads that are pink or blue or a mixture of the two color.HeadRound and broad with a short, straight nose and blue nose pad.EarsMedium in size and round-tipped.EyesLarge and round, either copper, orange or rich gold in color.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Blue-Cream Shorthair.An alert, curious nature has endeared the Blue-Cream to countless fond owners.The cream hairs tend to be finer than the blue in the British Blue-Cream, and the coat may therefore require regular grooming when the cat is moulting.The best examples of the British Blue-Cream have very pale color.
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| | British Blue Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-26 00:24:00 | | An ideal body conformation, extra-plush fur, and a heavenly blue-grey color that is set off by orange or copper eyes have given this cat a consistent number-one ranking in the Shorthair popularity stakes.HistoryThe British Blue Shorthair evolved during the late nineteenth century from breeding programs using the very best street cats. It made an early appearance at shows, but the scarcity of studs during World Was II, and outcrosses to other breeds after the end of the war, caused the type to deteriorate. The introduction of Blue Longhairs into breeding lines resulted in some improvement, although the fur tended to be too long. It was not until the 1950s that very selective breeding was, finally, able to restore the original Blue Shorthair type.TemperamentA sharp-witted and particularly affectionate cat, the British blue Shorthair makes an excellent companion and confident that some owners report has a hankering for the quiet life.VarietiesThe Chartreux is considered by some associations to be a true variety of the British Blue, but others judge it by the same standard. It is thought to have been developed in France during the Middle Ages by the monks belonging to the monastery of La Grande Chartreuse (famous for its green liqueur), using cats imported from North Africa. It is given its own class in North America, where a sturdier cat than the British Blue is called for, with a higher proportion of grey in the coat, and a face that is less rounded. In Great Britain, selective breeding has brought the Chartreux so close in type to the Blue Shorthair that no distinction is made between the two.British Blue ShorthairTo preserve the breed type, occasional outcrossings to Blue Longhairs and Black Shorthairs are recommended in some countries.Picture: British Blue ShorthairBodyStrong, muscular, and stocky.CoatThe fur is short and dense. At one stage, a dark state-blue color was accepted, but now the standard requires a medium to light blue. There should be no tabby marking... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | British Cream Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-25 23:57:00 | | This luscious cat should look as if it has been freshly dunked in a pail of clotted cream. In practice, however, it is not easy to produce the desired pale, even, coloration, and good examples are more rare than they are for other Shorthairs. Breeding from Tortoiseshells tends to produce a coat that is too red, or “hot”; and, because the dominant tabby gene is difficult to suppress, many kittens retain tabby markings into adulthood. Even id these eventually fade, extreme hot or cold weather may cause them to reappear.HistoryCream Shorthair originated towards the end of the nineteenth century when they started appearing in Tortoiseshell litters. For a good white, it was not known how to produce the breed except by accident. For this reason, official recognition did not come until the 1920s, by which time a breeding program had been established. Widespread interest in the breed developed even later, becoming evident only during 1950s.TemperamentThe British Cream is extremely good natured, intelligent, and affectionate towards its owner.VarietiesThere are no varieties.British Cream ShorthairBlue-Cream females mated to Blue or Cream males generally produce the best examples of this breed.BodyStrong, stocky, and muscular.CoatShort and dense, yet fine. The color should be an even-toned cream, with as few markings as possible and no white hairs. Paler shades are preferred.TailShort and thick.LegsShort, but well-proportioned.FeetThe paws should be large and round with pink paw pads.HeadRound and broad, with a short nose and pink nose pad.EyesLarge and round, color should be copper, orange, or Welsh gold. Hazel-colored eyes were allowed at one stage, but no longer.EarsMedium in size and round-tipped.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Cream Shorthair.British Cream KittenThe pale coat of this kitten suggests that it may eventually be good enough to show.
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| | British White Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-25 23:40:00 | | White Shorthaired Cats have always been much prized for the purity of their coats, and in many countries are regarded as a symbol of perfection. As in the White Longhair, the blue-eyed variety is genetically predisposed to deafness.HistoryThe modern breed originates from the selective breeding of street cats during the late nineteenth century.TemperamentAs one would expect from its origins, the British White Shorthair is intelligent and street-wise, as well as making a friendly companion.VarietyThere is a trio of varieties: Blue-eyed, Orange-eyed and Odd-eyed. (non-pedigree, shorthaired white cats usually have green eyes).British Orange-eyed White ShorthairA perfect white shorthair with no hint of any other color is a relatively rare, and therefore sought-after, animal. The orange-eyed variety, which does not suffer from the problems of deafness associated with the blue-eyed types, is regarded even more highly.Picture: British Orange-eyed White ShorthairBodyStrong, muscular, and stocky.CoatThe fur is short and dense. The color should be pure, snowy white, and without any tinge of grey or yellow.Tail Short and thick.LegsShort, but well-proportioned.FeetThe paws are large and round, with pink pads.HeadRound and broad, with a well-developed chin, a straight nose, and a pink nose pad.EyesLarge, round, and orange-colored; each eye should be equal in depth of color.EarsMedium-sized, round-tipped, and set well apart.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Orange-eyed White Shorthair.British Odd-eyed White ShorthairThe variety of British White Shorthair that has one orange eye and one blue eye is a side-effect of breeding programs designed to produce orange-eyed cats with perfect hearing. Deafness may be apparent on the blue-eyed side.
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| | British Black Shorthair - Shorthaired Cats | | 2008-01-25 23:28:00 | | More than any other feline, shorthaired black cats have through the ages been the object to fear, superstition and veneration – alternately persecuted as creatures of ill-omen and deified as bringers of good luck. In fact, such large numbers were executed during the Middle Ages in the belief that they were agents of the devil, and in an attempt by the Christian Church to purge Europe of the vestiges of paganism, that the black cat can indeed be thought of as a lucky animal to have managed to survive at all!HistoryThe British Black Shorthair was one of the first breeds to be shown at Crystal Palace in London during the late nineteenth century, and was selectively bred using the best examples of British street cats. These cats are now usually produced from like-to-like matings, although they sometimes appear in Tortoiseshell-and-white breeding programmes.TemperamentGood-natured and very intelligent, the British Black Shorthair makes an ideal cat-about-the-house.VarietiesThere are no varieties of the British Black Shorthair.British Black ShorthairShorthaired black cats are a common sight everywhere, but they usually have green eyes, rather than the sparkling orange or copper eyes of the pedigree version, which provide such glorious contrast against the dense, black coat.Picture: British Black ShorthairBest known as the supposed familiar of witches, who could, it was thought, adopt the feline form at will, black cats have always attracted the attention of the superstitious and credulous.Head- Round and broad with a short, straight nose.- Black nose pad.- Well-developed chin.EyesLarge and round, either bright orange, gold or copper in color.EarsMedium in size, and round-tipped.Facial CharacteristicsBritish Black Shorthair.BodyStrong, stocky, and muscular; usually an excellent example of the Shorthair type.Coat- The fur is short and dense and should be a perfect, jet black color, without any white hairs.- Color should be sound to the roots.TailShort and thIck.LegSShort ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Shorthaired Cats (Cat Breeds) | | 2008-01-25 23:00:00 | | In both wild and domestic cats, short hair is much more common than long. The main reason for this is that the genes for short hair are dominant over the ones for long hair. Also, in the wild, whether as a leopard or a feral inner-city tom, long hair can tangle on things when stalking and ambushing, give enemies something to grab hold of, and without an attentive owner to do the grooming, become matted and likely to cause skin diseases. These are important disadvantages that natural evolution came to terms with.Shorthaired coats, on the other hand, don’t get in the way and are simple to care for – wounds can be easily tended and parasites don’t find it such a good environment in which to make a home. Twice weekly grooming is sufficient and many shorthaired cats can very adequately look after their coats themselves.Shorthaired cats fall into three main categories: the British Shorthair, the American Shorthair, and Foreign or Oriental Shorthair.The British Shorthair is a sturdy cat with a strong, muscular body on short legs, and which sports a short, dense coat. It has a broad, rounded head, with a shirt, straight nose, and large, round eyes. European Shorthair breeds are identical.American Shorthairs developed from ancestors of the British and European Shorthairs, which were taken to the US by the early settlers. It is a different strain of cat, larger and leaner than the British type, and with slightly longer legs, a more oblong head with a square muzzle, a medium-length nose, and large, round eyes.Foreign or Oriental Shorthairs have a conformation quite different to the rounded, sturdy British and American Shorthairs. This type of cat has a wedge-shaped head with slanting eyes and large, pointed ears, a lithe, slim body with long legs, and a very fine, short coat. This category embraces the most well-known example, the Siamese, as well as the Korat and the Havana. In some countries, including the US, these cats are known simply as Oriental Shorthairs, or as O... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Non-pedigree Cats - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-22 00:22:00 | | Picture: Non-pedigree Bicolor LonghairAlthough Longhaired Cats are traditionally associated with the show ring, non-pedigree Longhairs grace many a home and hearth. Like the more common non-pedigree Shorthair, they should not be thought of as somehow “second best” to the refined show specimen – they may not have the same illustrious parentage, but they still have the same, innate, feline appeal.HistoryLonghaired Cats probably arose as the result of a spontaneous mutation within an isolated, perhaps cold, region that enabled the feature to be perpetuated through interbreeding. The modern Longhair is mostly descended from Turkish and Persian cats brought to Britain during the late nineteenth century. Non-pedigree Longhairs can be the result either of crossbreeding Longhairs or of matings between longhaired cats and shorthaired cats.TemperamentLike all cats, the non-pedigree Longhair has a personality uniquely its own, formed by heredity, upbringing, and social environment, but is nonetheless likely to be more docile than its shorthaired relation.VarietiesAs you would expect, a limitless number of “varieties” are possible for the non-pedigree Longhair!Non-pedigree Tabby LonghairAs with the non-pedigree Shorthair, the cross-bred Longhair is more likely to have tabby markings than any other because they comprise the basic feline coat pattern. The length of the fur tends to make the markings less evident, but a Tabby is nevertheless always unmistakable.Head-Medium in size, round, with a medium-length nose and red nose pad.-Distinctive “M” on forehead.EyesLarge and round.EarsMedium in size and round-tipped.Facial CharacteristicsNon-pedigree Tabby Longhair.Picture: Non-pedigree Tabby LonghairBodyStrong and stocky.CoatLong, thick, and silky.TailMedium-long and fluffy.LegsMedium in length and thick.FeetThe paws are large and round.Non-pedigree Smoke LonghairAn indefinable color, but still a most resplendent cat!
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| | Norwegian Forest Cat - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-22 00:04:00 | | Picture: Norwegian Forest CatNorse legend describes the Norwegian Forest Cat as a mysterious, enchanted animal, and perhaps no other breed looks quite so wild or so much like a temporary visitor to the domestic hearth. Although it is in fact no more wild than the Maine Coon, which it resembles, it is still a natural breed that is rugged, hardy, and well-adapted to the cold Scandinavian winters. Most distinctive of these adaptive features is the Norwegian Forest Cat’s double coat, which keeps out the wind and the snow, keeps in the warmth, and dries in about fifteen minutes after a drenching.HistoryAll that is certain about the Norwegian Forest Cat is that it is an old breed. It ancestors may include shorthairs brought from Great Britain by the Vikings and longhaired cats brought by the Crusaders, which then mated with farm and feral stock. Alternatively, the Norsk Skaukatt, as it is known in its native land, may be none other than the troll cat of Scandinavian fairy tales. It was recognized in Norway in 1930 and first shown in 1938. For a while, no cats were allowed to be exported and the breed was largely unknown outside its own country. In recent years, however, it has achieved a higher international profile, and pedigree breeding lines have been established.Temperament“Wegies” love people and can be very demanding of affection; in exchange they offer intelligent, friendly, playful company. Used to the outdoor life, where they make dine, swift hunters, they can nonetheless adapt happily to staying indoors, as long as they are given plenty of space.VarietiesAll coat color and patterns are acceptable for the Norwegian Forest Cat, with or without white.Blue Smoke Norwegian Forest CatA curious characteristic of this breed is that it tends to come down from trees spirally, head first.Head- Triangualr in shape, with a long, wide, straight nose. Nose pad corresponds in color to the coat.- Blue nose pad.- Long, prominent whiskers.- Heavy Chin.- Full cheeks.EyesLarge... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Maine Coon - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 23:42:00 | | The Maine Coon has the distinction of being both the oldest American breed and one of the largest. It may well have roamed free in the state of Maine during the early days of its history, drawing comparisons to the indigenous raccoon, which has a similar appearance to tabby-type Maine Coons and similar hunting habits. The severe New England climate contributed to the development of the Maine Coon’s thick coat, a feature that is shares with yet another cold-climate mammal, the Norwegian Forest Cat.HistoryRobust American farm cats and longhaired cats brought back to Maine by traders and sailors from Europe make up the Maine Coon’s probable early forebears. The breed was shown at the 1860 New York Cat Show, was registered in 1861, and won the Madison Square Garden Show of 1895. However, its popularity diminished once Persians were introduced into the US, and did not revive again until the 1950s. The Central Maine Coon Cat Club, established in 1953, contributed directly to the breed’s resurgence, which was given further impetus by the setting up of the Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association in 1976, the same year as the breed was given official recognition in the US.TemperamentTwo characteristics are unique to the Maine Coon: perhaps because of its humble origins, it is used to “sleeping rough” and is found curled up in the oddest positions, in the oddest places; it is also notable for the delightful, quiet chirping sound that it produces. Maine Coons make affectionate, companionable pets.VarietiesApart from chocolate, lilac, or Siamese-type patterns, the Maine Coon is bred in every color and combination of colors.Brown Tabby Maine CoonA colorful tradition holds that the Maine Coon is descended from the American raccoon; the more mundane truth is that such an ancestry is a genetic impossibility.Head - Fairly large, but small in proportion to the body. Should be wedge-shaped, with a medium-long nose and pink nose pad.- High cheekbones, firm chin and squa... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Somali - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 23:25:00 | | A wild-looking cat that might, to the imagination, have just walked out of an ancient forest, the Somali is a longhaired version of the Abyssinian. The fur is lush and slightly shaggy, without any tendency to woolliness. Whereas Abyssinian coat hairs have two to three bands of color that form the ticking, the longer Somali hairs carry ten or even more, giving a very rich color density.HistoryThe longhaired gene may have been introduced into Abyssinian lines during the 1930s, or even before, but Somalis were not systematically developed by North American breeders until the 1960s. A breed club was founded in 1972, and by 1978 the Somali was recognizes by all American governing bodies. The breed is now widely distributed throughout Europe and is particularly successful in Australia, where Somalis are bred almost to the exclusion of Abyssinians.TemperamentSomalis are highly intelligent, good-tempered, and playful. They may be slightly more shy than Abyssinians, but are similarly unsuited to a life spent entirely indoors.VarietiesThe two most commonly seen varieties are the Usual, or Ruddy, which has a golden-brown coat, ticked with darker brown or black, and the Sorrel, or Red, which has a warm copper coat ticked with chocolate. A recent addition to the show bench is the Silver Sorrel, which, according to the preliminary standard, should have a sorrel topcoat and a pale undercoat.Silver Sorrel SomaliA very new, and still unusual, variety, the Silver Sorrel has already attracted must attention.HeadA moderate wedge-shape with a medium-size nose. Pink nose pad.EyesLarge and almond-shaped. Color can be amber, hazel, or green. Dark lid-skin and hazel-colored eyes.EarsLarge, set well apart, and pointed. Ears tufts.Facial CharacteristicsSilver Sorrel Somali.Picture: Silver Sorrel SomaliBodyAn Oriental type, medium in length and elegant; slightly larger than an Abyssinian, and not as fine-boned as a Siamese.CoatFur is medium-long, dense, silky, and fine-textured. The undercoat ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Tiffany - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 23:12:00 | | Picture: TiffanyA cat that is essentially a longhaired Burmese, the Tiffany has the elegant combination of a modified Foreign or Oriental body type with a luxuriously long, silky coat.Tiffany kittens are born a color that has been described as “café au lait”. The darker, mature, coat develops gradually, but is usually still slightly lighter in tone than for a Burmese.HistoryProduced from crossing Burmese cats with Longhairs, the Tiffany is still relatively unknown – even in the US, where it was originally developed by North American breeders and cat fanciers.TemperamentAs a hybrid breed, the Tiffany displays a range of inherited characteristics: it has the gentleness typical of a Longhair, but with the more outgoing and inquisitive personality associated with Shorthairs.VarietiesAlthough there are a number of Burmese varieties, only one colour is recognized in the US for the Tiffany: the original brown or Sable. There is a move in Great Britain, however, toward the recognition of a greater number of varieties.TiffanyApart from the length of the coat, all the other features of the breed should be the same as the Burmese.BodyMedium in size; more muscular and rounded than a Siamese.CoatThe fur is long and silky, and should be a warm sable brown in color.TailMedium in length and bushy.LegsLong and slim, in proportion to the body.FeetThe paws are oval to round with brown paw pads.HeadRounded, with a shortish nose, brown nose pad and firmly rounded chin.EyesRounded to slightly slanted, set wide apart, the color should be golden.EarsMedium in size, they should be slightly rounded at the tips and set well apart. Ears tilt forward.Facial CharacteristicsTiffany.
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| | Angora - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 22:45:00 | | Picture: Chocolate Tabby AngoraProbably the first Longhair to be seen in Europe, the Angora hails from what is now Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Lithe, with long, silky hair and plumed tail, it is a most attractive cat that has a venerable background.HistoryTurkish sultans were sending these cats as gifts to the nobles of France and England during the sixteenth century, but by the end of the nineteenth century they had fallen out of fashion, being ousted by the new Longhairs and original Persians. Happily, the Ankara zoo came to the rescue and the Angora became something of a protected species. In the early 1960s, an American couple purchased two of the cats from the zoo, and re-established the breed in the US, where it is now very popular.TemperamentGentle, friendly, and intelligent, the Angora is a fun-loving cat that enjoys playing games.VarietiesThe first American Angoras were pure white (and prone to the deafness associated with the colour). Now, most Longhair coat colours are accepted, some of the most common of which are shown in the chart.Varieties CoatEyesWhitePure whiteOrange, blue, or odd-eyedBlackJet blackOrangeBlueBlue-greyOrangeBlack SmokeWhite, blue tipsOrangeBlue SmokeWhite, blue tipsOrangeSilver TabbySilver, black markingsOrangeRed TabbyRed, rich red markingsOrangeBrown TabbyBrown, black markingsOrangeBlue TabbyBluish-ivory, blue markingsOrangeCalicoWhite, black and red patchesOrangeBicolourBlack, blue, red, or cream with white OrangeChocolate Tabby AngoraA British variety. Angoras in Britain were developed “artificially” from breeding programmes using Siamese blood rather than by importing Turkish stock, producing a cat that looks the same as the original and American Angoras, but that has a more querulous voice.Picture: Chocolate Tabby AngoraBodyMedium in size, lithe and athletic.CoatThe fur is medium-long, very fine and silky, with a tendency to wave. There should be a well-developed, lush, ruff. The cat moults during the winter months. ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Turkish Van Cat - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 22:22:00 | | Picture: Auburn-and-White Turkish Van CatOften referred to as the “Turkish Swimming Cat”, this naturally evolved breed is said to be particularly fond of playing in water. It takes its name from the geographically isolated area around Lake Van, in south-eastern Turkey, where it has been domesticated for several hundred years. In some ways, it resembles its fellow countryman, the Angora, but it is sturdier in build and immediately recognizable for its distinctive coat pattern.HistoryTwo Turkish Vans were imported into Britain in the 1950s by a couple who were struck by the unusual markings of the cats they saw while on holiday in Turkey. The pair were found to breed true, and after a slow start, and the introduction of more Turkish stock, recognition was granted in 1969. The popularity of the breed has grown in recent years, especially in the UD and Australia, where it is now eligible to be shown.TemperamentAffectionate, lively, and highly intelligent, the Turkish Van makes an excellent companion.VarietiesApart from the original Auburn-and-White variety, Cream-and-White, black-and-White, and Tortoiseshell-and-White Turkish Vans are now being developed.No other cat has markings that are quite like those of the Turkish Van Cat. The white, thumb-like, patch on the forehead is said by the Turkish people to symbolize the mark of Allah.HeadShort and wedge-shaped, with a long nose. The nose pad should be pink.EyesLarge and round; pale amber in colour with pink rims to eyes.EarsLarge, pointed, and tufted. Inside of ears should be shell-pink.Facial CharacteristicsAuburn-and-White Turkish Van Cat.Auburn-and-White Turkish Van CatAs befits a cat that comes from a region of Turkey that is extremely cold in winter, but hot in summer, the Turkish Van moults considerably during warm spells, becoming virtually a shorthair in look.Picture: Auburn-and-White Turkish Van CatBodyMedium in size, long and muscular.CoatThe fur is silky and long, and should be chalk-white in colour with A... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Balinese - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 21:58:00 | | Picture: BalineseWhen this cat walks with its tail held erect, its graceful tail plume sways from side to side in a manner not unlike that of a Balinese dancer – hence its name. The natural elegance of the Balinese stems from its Siamese origins: it has the same long, svelte body, wedge-shaped head, and entrancing blue eyes. It can, in fact, be thought of as a longhaired Siamese, although its ermine-like coat is shorter than most Longhairs and doesn’t form a ruff.HistoryMost probably, the Balinese derived from Siamese parents carrying a mutant gene for long hair. It appeared first in the US during the late 1940s or early 1950s, and was accepted for championship by all US associations by 1970. The Balinese has a keen fan club in Great Britain, where it is now being bred.TemperamentThe Balinese has the reputation for being less loud and boisterous than a Siamese, but with a tendency to be very playful with its offspring. It usually adores human company.VarietiesAll the Siamese colour are recognized for the Balinese. Varieties other than Seal-point, Chocolate-point, Blue-point, and Lilac-point are known as Javanese by some US associations.Lilac Tabby-point BalineseThis variety is known as a Frost Lynx-point in the US, a name that perhaps more accurately describes its delicate markings.HeadA long, tapering wedge shape, with a long, straight nose. Lavender-pink nose pad. Distinct tabby markings on points.EyesMedium in size and almond-shaped. Colour should be sapphire-blue.EarsWide at the base, large, and pointed.Facial CharacteristicsLilac Tabby-point Balinese.BodyMedium in size and lithe, but still strong and muscular. Body has long, tapering lines.CoatFur is fine and silky, with a tendency to wave where it is longest. There is no soft undercoat. The mask, ears, legs, tail, and feet should be pinkish-grey in colour, contrasting with an even, milk-white body colour.TailLong and thin, with a fine point. The tail fur should spread out like a plume.LegsLong and slim. F... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Ragdoll - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-21 21:06:00 | | Picture: Seal-point Colorpoint Ragdoll The Ragdoll is a cat of contrasts: it has the large, imposing physique of a Birman, but when picked up it relaxes all its muscles to become as weak as a kitten, and as floppy as the doll from which it takes its name. not content with one unique feature, it is also said to have a high tolerance to pain, a characteristic that is thought to be inherited from the original Ragdolls born to a longhaired queen that had been injured in a automobile accident. However, many breeders are adamant that in their experience the Ragdoll’s pain threshold id no different to that any other breed, and that to believe otherwise may be detrimental to individual cats.HistoryCalifornia in the 1960s was the birthplace of the Ragdoll, largely through the efforts of one woman. It is fairly rare outside the US, where it was recognized in 1965. it has only recently been recognized for showing in Great Britain.TemperamentThe Ragdoll is a cat that is extremely tolerant of the foibles and whims of others, and quickly becomes devoted to its owner.VarietiesThere are three recognized coat patterns for the Ragdoll: the Bicolor has a pale body, a white chest, underbelly, and legs, with a dark mask, ears, and tail; the Colorpoint has a pale body with darker points; and the Mitted has a white chest, bib, chin, and front paw “mittens”, but is otherwise the same as the Colourpoint. The established colours are Seal-point, Chocolate-point, Blue-point, and Lilac-point.Bicolour Ragdoll KittenRagdoll kittens are slow to mature, and it may be three years before the shading of the coat and the point colours are fully developed.Seal-point Colourpoint RagdollDespite the origins of its name, physiological tests have detected no difference between the Ragdoll and other breeds.HeadWedge-shaped with a short nose and dark brown nose pad. Full, round chin and full cheeks. Skull between ears is flat. Mask is dense, seal-brown, providing a distinct contrast with body colour.Eyes... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Birman - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-19 21:43:00 | | Picture: Blue-point BirmanThe "sacred cat of Burma", as the Birman is popularly known, has a longer body and narrower face than a typical longhair, with markings reminiscent of a Siamese; giving it as oriental an aura as the legends that shroud its past.HistorySaid to have originated in the temples of Burma, the Birman has a more recent history that is almost as colourful. In 1919 two of these cats were sent to Major Gordon Russell in France as a token of gratitude from the priests he had helped to escape from Tibet. The female of the pair subsequently gave birth to kittens, and may have helped found the breed in the West. Birmans were recognized for showing in France in 1925, in Birman in 1966, and in the US a year later.TemperamentAmenable, civilized, and gentle, the Birman enjoys family life and adapts well to other animals.VarietiesVarieties include the original, "sacred", Seal-point, and also the Blue-point, for which the UK and US standards differ.Picture: Seal-point BirmanSeal-point BirmanA characteristic soft, golden hue to the coat, especially over the back, lends this variety a distinguished appearance.Picture: Blue-point BirmanBlue-point BirmanTradition has its own story to tell of the development of the Birman. Before the birth of the Lord Buddha, a sacred Burmese temple containing pure white cats was attacked, during which the high priest collapsed and died. His favorite cat jumped onto the old man's head and was suddenly transformed: its coat became golden with points the colour of the Burmese soil, and the eyes turned blue. Where the cat's paws touched the priest, the fur remained white - a symbol of goodness. Encouraged by the miracle, the remaining priests were able to successfully fend off the invaders. However true the tale, the development of this variety was definitely the result of modern selective breeding.BodyStrongly built, elongated but still quite stocky; neither svelte nor cobby.CoatMedium in length and silky in texture. The British sta... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Cats and Kittens | | 2008-01-17 23:08:00 | | My new kitten Biscuit looks like a full-grown cat in miniature. I think he's about 12-14 weeks old. That would put him on par with a 5-6 year old human boy. In this case, that boy would be Dennis the Menace. If there is a stack of important papers on my desk, he will knock them off one by one. He LOVES grapes... not to eat, but to bat around on the floor like a ball. His preferred food is anything we people are eating, so he gets locked up at mealtimes. He leaps into the refrigerator every time the door is opened, twice getting shut up in it. He has a very loud and incessant maaaaoww. He loves to run across my keyboard and cancel whatever I'm downloading, and he loves to chase that infernal cursor across the screen. But his most cherished entertainment is watching the toilet flush. He is very tolerant of the girls carrying him around, dressing him up, and giving him baths. He has become the master of the ankle ambush. Its fortunate for him he's so CUTE! Cat Resume. This is priceless. Peanut Butter Jelly Cat. Live nude cats! CAT GALLERY 25 Laws About Cats (lifted from Wulfweard) 1 - Law of Cat Inertia A cat at rest will tend to remain at rest, unless acted upon by some outside force - such as the opening of cat food, or a nearby scurrying mouse. 2 - Law of Cat Motion A cat will move in a straight line, unless there is a really good reason to change direction. 3 - Law of Cat Magnetism All blue blazers and black sweaters attract cat hair in direct proportion to the darkness of the fabric. 4 - Law of Cat Thermodynamics Heat flows from a warmer to a cooler body, except in the case of a cat, in which case all heat flows to the cat. 5 - Law of Cat Stretching A cat will stretch to a distance proportional to the length of the nap just taken. 6 - Law of Cat Sleeping All cats must sleep with people whenever possible, in a position as uncomfortable for the people involved as is possible for the... | | By: Miss Cellania | | |
| | Chocolate and Lilac Longhairs - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-15 00:09:00 | | This stunning pair represent a triumph of selective breeding, and might be considered the ultimate"designer" cats: the warm brown tones of the Chocolate and the pinkish dove-grey coat of the Lilac would make a charming decorative addition to any interior colour scheme.HistoryBreeders did not seriously consider developing a chocolate-coloured Longhair until breeding programmes for Colourpoints produced solid-coloured kittens in the same litter. Early examples had fur that was prone to fade and bleach, weak eye colour, noses that tended to be too long, and ears that were too tall. It took several years before the colour was made more stable, the type improved, and a standard was able to be laid down. If anything, the Lilac Longhair, which was produced by introducing blue genes into breeding lines, proved even more elusive, and it is still relatively rare. At one stage, these cats were categorized in the US as solid-coloured Himalayans or Kashmirs, but there descriptions have now been dropped by most associations.TemperamentHaving inherited some of the Siamese blood carried by their Colourpoint relations, Chocolates and Lilacs tend to be more outgoing and inquisitive than is usual for Longhairs.VarietiesThere are no varieties of the Chocolate or the Lilac Longhair.HeadRound and broad, with a snub nose. Full cheeks.EarsSmall, round-tipped, and set wide apart with ear tufts.EyesLarge and round; colour should be orange or copper.Facial CharacteristicsLilac Longhair.BodyA cobby, chunky, solid type.CoatThe fur should be silky, lush, and thick; colour should be pinkish dove-grey or lavender.Colour should be sound to be roots and there should be no sign of a pale undercoat.LegsShort and thick.FeetThe paws are large and round with pink paw pads.TailShort and bushy.Although breeders experienced early difficulties in achieving the desired cobby build for the Chocolate, once those problems had been overcome, producing a Lilac of good type, if not of good colour, was comparatively... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | On the Campaign Trail - Special to Cats With Thumbs | | 2008-01-12 09:18:00 | | CWT - Cats With Thumbs Headquarters, Charleston, SC. Democratic and Republican Presidential candidates recently visited South Carolina to drum up support and energize their respective campaigns. Cats With Thumbs took advantage of the opportunity and hit the streets to get reactions and opinions from citizens across our home State. CWT will feature 4 of the front runners in each issue this week - here's what the people had to say:Barack Obama"How old is he? He looks like the kid that bags my groceries, and he always squishes my bread."Ermeline Thelp, Charleston."I don't think my Mom likes him; I heard her say she'd like to throw down with him - he looks like the man that fixes things in the bedroom when Daddy isn't here."Billy Farraday, Greenville."Too preachy. That's all he does - preach, preach, preach. We don't need a preacher in the White House."Rev. Jesse Jackson, Ft.MillHillary Clinton"Seems qualified, but I was really hoping for a woman on the ticket this year."Livonnia Preen, Aiken." Watch her face . . . she could break down and have a spittin' conniption any minute - I'm tellin' ya, that woman's clock is wound too tight and when the alarm goes off it won't be pretty."Godfrey Whistle, Clemson." I wonder if she needs an intern? "Monty Lewinski, Columbia.John Edwards" Oh . . . I thought he was the hotel manager - he seems very nice."Crystal Pinch, North Augusta." How old is he? He looks like the kid that delivers the paper and he always throws it in the bushes."Carmen Finster, Mt. Pleasant." Quite possibly the whitest man I have ever met."Moses Singletary, Sullivan's Island. Mike Huckabee" Wasn't he on one of those kids' shows - 'Huckabee Hound' or something? I don't want a cartoon talking nukes with Putin."Preston Squibb, Lancaster." He's OK, I guess, but he always seems like he'd rather be doing something else - like fishing or taking a nap."Nora Whitesides, Myrtle Beach."Too preachy. That's all he does - preach, preach, preach. We don't ... | | By: Cats With Thumbs | | |
| | | Pewter Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-09 22:00:00 | | The colouring of this exquisite cat resembles that of the Shaded Silver variety of Chinchilla, with which it is sometimes confused. It has a similar handsome white coat, subtly shaded with black over the head, back, flanks, legs, and tail to give the effect of a pewter mantle. Its eye colour is different, however, being right orange or brilliant copper.New Longhairs are being developed all the time, among which the Pewter must rank as one of the most attractive. On first inspection it may look like a Shaded Silver CHinchilla, ut orange or copper-coloured eyes are a distinguishing feature that firmly identifies the reed.HistoryThe Pewter Longhair was produced as a result of crossing Chinchillas, Blues, and Blacks.TemperamentThis is an exceptionally affectionate and even-tempered cat.VarietiesThere are no varieties.HeadRound and road with a snub nose. Brick-red nose pad.EyesVery large and round, either orange or copper in colour with Black eye rims.EarsSmall, round-tipped, and tufted, with a good width between them.Facial CharacteristicsPewter Longhair.Pewter Longhair"Pewter" describes perfectly the colour of the breed's tipped mantle.Pewter LonghairBodyA chunky, coby type.CoatSilky, thick, and dense. Colour is white with subtle black tipping.CharacteristicFlat profile.LegsShort and thick. Shorter hair on forelegs.TailShort with a full brush. Guard hairs of the tail are delicately tipped in black.FeetThe paws are large and round with rick-red pads.When it is lying down, the Pewter's thick, luxurious, coat and full frill make it virtually impossible to discern the cat's cobby build. With Long guard hairs.A pewter that is destined for the show ring ideally should have a full neck ruff that extends into a deep frill between the front legs.
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| | Colourpoint Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-09 21:15:00 | | Blue-point Colourpoint LonghairBlue-point Colourpoint LonghairSlate-blue markings set off to perfection the cold, bluish-white coat of this variety.Read glamour cats, the Colourpoint Longhairs combine the luxurious sophistication of the Longhair family with the poise, good looks and markings of the shorthaired Siamese. Like the Siamese, a Colourpoint invariably has bright, sapphire-blue eyes and a mask, ears, legs, feet, and tail (the points) that are a different colour to the rest of the body.HistoryExperimental breeding programmes in Sweden and the US during the 1920s produced the first Colourpoints, but it was not until the late 1940s, after a succession of carefully planned crossbreedings between Longhairs and Siamese, that the modern cat emerged.TemperamentTo their owners, Colourpoints combine the best of two worlds: they have the gentle nature of a Longhair, but they can also be as spirited as a Siamese without being so demonstrative.VarietiesAll point colour are possible, giving a large number of varieties. Not all, however, are recognized. The most popular are shown in the chart. Varieties CoatMarkingsSealWarm creamDeep seal-brownBlueBluish-whiteSlate-blueChocolateIvoryWarm brownLilacMagnoliaPinkish-greyRedCreamy whiteOrange or RedCreamCreamy whiteBuff creamTortieWarm creamRed and cream patchesBlue-CreamBluish or creamy whiteBlue and mottled creamLilac-CreamMagnoliaPinkish-grey, patched in creamChocolate-TortieIvoryChocolate, patched in red and/or creamTabbyIvoryTabby points in seal, chocolate, lilac, red or blue Head Round and broad, with full cheeks and a short nose. Colour of the nose pad matches tat of the points.EarsSmall and round-tipped, with a good width between them.EyesLarge, round, and bright; sapphire-blue in colour.Facial CharacteristicsSeal-point Colourpoint.Seal-point Colourpoint LonghairSeal-point Colourpoint LonghairThe Seal-point was one of the first varieties of Colourpoint to be developed.BodyA solid, cobby type.CoatThe fur is dense... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Tortoiseshell and White Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-08 00:54:00 | | Two views of the same Blue Tortoiseshell-and-White Longhair reveal clearly the random, but still more of less even, distribution of coloured patches. The coat is particularly long and flowing.Known as a Calico in the US because its bold splashes of colour resemble the popular printed cotton, the Tortoiseshell-and-White is a Tortoiseshell cat with white patches in addition to those of black, red, and cream. Another female-only breed, the Tortoiseshell-and-White is not easy to produce true to type. The kittens are always appealing, however, and there is never a shortage of prospective owners.HistoryAlthough the Tortoiseshell-and-White's origins are obscure, it probably developed, like the Tortoiseshell, from matings between longhaired cats and non-pedigree shorthaired tortoiseshells. It was accepted for championship in the mid-1950s. More recently, consistently good types have been bred by mating queens with Bicolour studs produced from Tortoiseshell-and-White.TemperamentThis is a calm, sweet-natured, and extremely friendly cat.VarietiesThe US standard for the Tortoiseshell-and-White differs from that of Great Britain, calling for a white cat with coloured patched, the white to be concentrated on the underparts. The British cat has less white in its coat and more evenly distributed patches of colour. In both countries, the Blue Tortoiseshell-and-White, or Dilute Calico, is a newly recognized variety that is seen at an increasing number of shows. The standard for this most attractive cat is the same as for the Tortoiseshell-and-White, but white blue and cream patches instead of black and red.Tortoiseshell-and-White LonghairIt is not hard to understand the enormous popularity if this breed: bright splashes of red, cream, and black contrasted against white create instant appeal. As with the Blue Tortoiseshell-and-White, a facial blaze is desirable. All other features are the same, apart fromt he paw and nose pads, which are of broken colour. A cream or white blaze on th... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Tortoiseshell Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-06 01:43:00 | | Tortoiseshell LonghairTortoiseshell LonghairLike its shorthaired counterpart, this breed has acquired the fond nickname of the "Tortie". Producing the beautiful distribution of colours displayed by this Tortoiseshell tends to be a hit-or-miss affair, but some breeders consider that pairings to Blacks or Creams are most likely to be successful.A virtually female-only breed, the Tortoiseshell is the center of some debate on how difficult it is to breed: American breeders do not regard it as especially problematic, whereas in Britain the desired mixture of red, cream, and black patches has proved more elusive, with good specimens still quite rare.HistoryLonghaired cats with tortoiseshell markings were first recorded towards were first recorded towards the end of the nineteenth century, and appeared in the early cat shows of the 1900s. They probably originated from accidental matings between longhaired black cats and shorthaired tortoiseshells.TemperamentThe Tortoiseshell Longhair is affectionate, gentle, and placid, with a reputation for being a good mother to its kittens.VarietiesShell and Shaded Tortoiseshell Longhairs are grouped together within the Shaded Division in the US; in Britain they are known as Cameos.American Tortoiseshell LonghairAmerican Tortoiseshell LonghairThe US standard stipulates a black cat with unbrindled patches of red and cream. A desirable feature on both sides of the Atlantic is a red or cream blaze on the face, running from the nose to the forehead.Because it is imposible to breed like with like, the Tortoiseshell includes numerous other breeds in its pedigree. This has resulted in a cobby build that is a fine example of the Longhair type.HeadRound and broad, with a short nose that should have a pink or black pad.EyesLarge, round, and gleaming copper or orange in colour.EarsSmall and round-tipped with pronounced ear tufts.Facial characteristicsTortoiseshell Longhair.BodyVery cobby and solid. Full neck ruff.CoatFur should be silky, very thic... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Tabby Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2008-01-01 00:38:00 | | Much rarer than the corresponding shorthaired breed, the Tabby Longhair is nonetheless an old-timer, making its first appearance in Europe by the end of the seventeenth century.HistoryThe Modern Tabby Longhair emerged during the latter half of the nineteenth century.TemperamentSome owners consider that the Tabby is more independent than is typical for a Longhair, but it still has the same equable nature.VarietiesThe Classic should have a butterfly shape on the shoulders, three stripes running down the spine to the base of the tail, an oyster-shaped spiral on each flank, and narrow "necklaces" across the chest. Both the tail and the legs should be evenly ringed, the abdomen spotted, and a characteristic "M" should decorate the forehead. The mackerel pattern is less blotchy, more striped and lacks the spirals on the flanks. A "Torbie", or Patched Tabby, is also recognized in the US. The original tabby color of brown, red, and silver are recognized by all associations, but the newer varieties (see chart) have still to gain universal acceptance. Varieties CoatEyesRed TabbyRich copper marked in redCopper or orangeBrown TabbyTawny brown marked in blackCopper or orangeSilver TabbySilver-grey marked in blackCopper, green or hazelBlue TabbyBluish-ivory marked in slate-blueCopperCream TabbyPale cream marked in rich creamCopperCameo TabbyOff-white marked in redCopperPatched TabbySilver, brown or blue marked with extra red and/or cream patchesCopper or hazelChocolate TabbyBronze marked in chocolateCopper or hazelLilac TabbyBeige marked in lilacCopper or hazel Picture: Brown Classic Tabby LonghairBrown Classic Tabby Longhair"Brownies" may be the oldest variety of the tabby Longhair, but they are still the most rare.BodyA solid, cobby, type.CoatThe fur is dense and silky. The Classic tabby markings should be slate-blue over a bluish-ivory base color.TailShort and bushy.LegsShort and thick.FeetThe paws are large and round, with pads that should be rose-pink in color.HeadRoun... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Bicolor Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2007-12-31 23:50:00 | | Picture: Lilac-and-White Bicolor LonghairLilac-and-White Bicolor LonghairTo produce the delicate, pinkish dove-grey colour of this cat, as well as even patching, takes dedicated breeding.White plus another colour is a classic combination and, despite the numerous bocoloured street cats, this breed can be thought of as very much a "designer" cat.HistoryBicolor Longhairs were given their own class only in the late 1960s. The original standard stipulated that the patching should be exactly symmetrical; this proved so difficult that requirements were eased to allow any even distribution of colour.TemperamentThe Bicolor Longhair is a placid, affectionate charmer.VarietiesThese beautiful cats can be any solid color plus white, the most widely accepted being Black-and-White, Blue-and-White., Red-and-White, and Cream-and-White. In the US, the Persian Van Bicolour is a recognized variety whose head and tail patching resembles that of the Turkish Cat.Picture: Cream-and-White Bicolor LonghairCream-and-White Bicolor LonghairAs with all Bicolours, the white of this fairy new variety's coat should cover a maximum of half of the cat, and the colored patches p to two-thirds.HeadRound and broad, with a snub nose. The nose pad should either be pink or match the colored patches of the coat. Full cheeks and a white inverted "V" on the face is a desirable feature.EyesLarge, round, and orange or copper in color.EarsSmall and round-tipped. Ear tufts.Facial CharacteristicsBlack-and-White Bicolor Longhair.Picture: Black-and-White Bicolour LonghairBlack-and-White Bicolour LonghairThe original form the Bicolour, the Black-and-White was at first meant to immitate the symmetrical markings of a Dutch rabbit. The standard was eventually altered, however, when this proved virtually impossible to achieve.BodyA solid, cobby type.CoatThe fur is dense, silky, and lush; the coloured patches should be solid and evenly distributed.TailShort and bushy.LegsShort and thick.FeetThe paws are large and round ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Smoke Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2007-12-31 23:16:00 | | Picture: Tortoiseshell Smoke LonghairTortoiseshell Smoke LonghairA female-only variety, the Tortie has a white coat tipped in patches of black, red, and cream. The face and feet should be a solid colour, and a red or cream facial blaze is considered a desirable feature.As the British standard describes it, this is a beautiful "cat of contrasts". Deep tipping gives the appearance of a solid colour, but when the cat moves, the pale undercoat shows through momentarily to produce a delightful shimmer. Keeping the coat in optimum condition is a time-consuming task, and preparation for a sow may take weeks. Showing is generally best left for the winter months, because bright sunlight can cause the coat to fade.HistoryThought to have originated from chance mattings between Blacks, Blues, Whites, and Chinchillas, the Smoke Longhair is mentioned in the record books as early as 1860, and appeared in the first cat shows. Numbers quickly declined, however: only eighteen were registered in 1912, with the breed becoming almost extinct by the end of World War II. The 1960s saw a revival of interest, and although still uncommon, the breed's future is undoubtedly assured.Temperament"Smokey" has the relaxed, good natured, and gentle character typical of most Longhairs.VarietiesOnly the black-tipped and blue-tipped varieties of the Smoke are recognized in both Great Britain and the US. Other varieties have tipping in tortoiseshell, chocolate, lilac, and blue-cream. All varieties have orange or copper eyes.HeadRound and broad, with a sort nose. Black nose pad. Black mask.EarsSmall and round-tipped. Silver ear tufts.EyesLarge, round, and copper or orange in colour.Facial CharacteristicsBlack Smoke Longhair.Picture: Black Smoke LonghairBlack Smoke LonghairOnly when a kitten is some months old is it possible to tell whether it will mature into as fine an example as this. Until then, solid-coloured Blacks and Smokes in the same litter may be indistinguishable. One of the most attractive f... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Cameo Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2007-12-29 04:04:00 | | Tortie Cameo Longhair: Black, red, and cream tips combine in the Tortie Cameo to produce a stunning, luxurious coat.Like that of the Chinchilla, the Cameo's attractiveness stems from the contrast between its white undercoat and its tipped guard hairs, which can be red, cream, tabby, or tortie.HistoryA breeding program for Comeos was established in the US during the 1950s. Originally produced from smoke and Tortoiseshell pairings, Cameos can now count other colours in their lineage.TemperamentLanguorous and amenable.VarietiesThe extent to which the tipping is distributed along the length of the Cameo's hair shaft varies to produce different and dramatic coats. Shell varieties have short coloured tips that give a subtle misty effect, Shaded Cameos have longer coloured tips that glint against the white, and Smoke varieties have such long tips that the white undercoat cannot be seen until the cat moves. Varieties MarkingsEyesRed Shell CameoShort red tipsCopperRed Shaded CameoLonger red tipsCopperRed Smoke CameoLongest red tipsCopperCream Shell CameoShort cream tipsCopperCream Shaded CameoLonger cream tipsCopperCream Smoke CameoLongest cream tipsCopperBlue-Cream CameoIntermingled tippingin two coloursCopperTortie CameoBlack, red, cream tipsCopperTabby CameoCream, red tipsCopper HeadRound and broad, with a snub nose that should have a pink nose pad. Firm chin.EyesLarge and round. Colour should be deep orange or brilliant copper.EarsSmall and round-tipped. Ear tufts.Facial CharacteristicsTortie Cameo LonghairCream Shaded Cameo LonghairThe nearly matching coat and eye colour of the Cream Shaded create an irresistible combination. As in all varieties, the deepest colour should be confined to the mask, along the back, and on the legs and feet.BodyA typical cobby type. Full neck ruffCoatThe fur is silky, thick, and dense. The colour must be white with cream tips.TailShort and bushy, carried uncurved, usually lower than the line of the back.LegsShort and firm.FeetPaws ... | | By: Kitty Cat Meow | | |
| | Chinchilla Longhair - Longhaired Cats | | 2007-12-29 03:17:00 | | More delicate in appearance than the typical Longhair, the Chinchilla is nonetheless a robust, hardy, individual - as this typical playful pose illustrates.Unlike the rodent Chinchilla, which has a dark undercoat tipped with white, this cat sports the reverse coloration, giving it a distinctly sparkling appearance. Its luxurious coat requires meticulous grooming to show it to best advantage.HistoryThe Chinchilla is one of the earliest man-made varieties, and was given its own class at Crystal Palace in 1894. It is thought to have evolved from crossbreeding a range of Longhairs, most notably Silver Tabbies, and was at first much darker, frequently lavender-tinted, and more heavily marked than the modern form. The pursuit of a paler coloration weakened the European stock, which was further depleted during World War II. American types were imported to improve the breed, which is now strong and healthy.TemperamentChinchillas are sometimes said to be more temperamental than other Longhairs, but generally have the same affectionate, calm disposition.VarietiesThere is one variety, the Shaded Silver, that has long been recognized in the US and is gaining recognition in Great Britain.HeadRound and broad with a snub nose outlined in black ot dark brown. Brick-red nose pad.Facial CharacteristicsChinchilla Longhair |
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