Wednesday, February 18, 2009

cat breeds

Asian Cat:


There are five varieties of Asian cats: Asian Shaded (Burmilla), Asian Smoke, Asian Tabby, Asian Self, and Tiffanie, and are identical to European Burmese. This breed was developed in the UK in the 1960s. They are the product of accidental mating of Burmese and non-pedigree cats and also an accidental mating between a Chinchilla Persian and a lilac Burmese which developed varieties like Burmilla, Tabbies, Smoke and Tiffanie. These varieties are now classified as Asian cats.


Bengal Cat:


Bengal cat is a result of crossing a domestic cat with a wild cat to get the wild cat markings on a domestic cat. The first generation of these Bengal cats are always on demand as they have a distinct patter of a leopard on them. Their body is long and muscular. They have large and horizontally aligned spots and sport background colours ranging from golden, orange to ivory. The first deliberate cross took place in 1963. These cats usually have good temperament but sometimes they may not and it is definitely difficult to take care of them if they are not patient.


British Shorthair:


The British Shorthair cat medium, well built cat with a short, dense coat, which is usually blue. It is an extremely friendly cat and also is independent and alert. The British Shorthair was in the spotlight for some time until the Persian cats took over.


Burmese:


Burmese cats are famous for their ability to adapt well with their masters and are credited for their temperament. They are affectionate and love being groomed by their owners. This loyal medium-sized breed compact and muscular and has bright yellow or golden eyes. The coat colours come in champagne, sable, blue and platinum. They are one of the quietest breed of cats.

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