Himalayan Cat Breed Description

Himalayan Cat Breed Description

Himalayan Cat | Breed History | Breed Description With such gorgeous breeds as the Persian and the Siamese, it was only a matter of time before anyone would think to attempt a combination of the two. This idea, first attempted in the 1920s, was a wonderful one. However, the reality was far more difficult than anticipated. The Persian’s long coat, and the Siamese’s blue eyes and distinctive...

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Himalayan Cat Breed History

Himalayan Cat Breed History

Himalayan Cat | Breed History | Breed Description Some 50 years ago, cat fanciers decided to try to create a cat of Persian coat and type but with the color pattern of the Siamese. In North America the resulting cats were called Himalayans, while in Europe they were classified as Colorpoint Long-hairs. The ideal Himalayan cat is identical to all other Persian cats in type, the standard being the...

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Himalayan Cat

Himalayan Cat

Himalayan Cat | Breed History | Breed Description The Himalayan, also called colourpoint Persian, is a breed of cat with extremely long, fluffy fur, and the blue eyes and the points of a Siamese. Himalayan is the American term, while in Europe they are referred to as colourpoint Persians. They were bred from Siamese (for the markings) and Persians (for coat-length and temperament), and share...

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