What kinds of pet cats are there?

Cat hair is short, neat and smooth, fine in texture, strong in bones, agile in action, wild, easy to take care of daily, understand human language and docile to people. As a companion animal, it is particularly popular.

There are many kinds of short-haired cats, almost all over the world. The main varieties are as follows:

British shorthair cats, American shorthair cats, European shorthair cats, oriental shorthair, Siamese cats, curly cats (four varieties), Burmese cats (divided into American Burmese cats and European Burmese cats), Havana cats, Singaporean cats, Isle of Man cats (Manx cats), Egyptian cats, Bangladeshi cats, Scottish folded-eared cats, American curly-eared cats, California shiny cats and Canadian hairless cats.

2. Long-haired cats

The wool length is 5 ~ 10 cm, which is soft and smooth and changes slightly according to different seasons. Beautiful figure, steady movements; Gentle personality, strong dependence, like to be close to people; She has a soft voice and likes to be spoiled in front of her master. Although fur needs to be combed every day, it will lose a lot of hair in early summer. Daily care is a bit troublesome, but as a companion animal, it is also popular.

The main breeds of long-haired cats are as follows:

Persian cat (called long-haired cat in Britain), chinchilla, Himalayan cat, Maine cat (generally speaking, chinchilla and Himalayan cat are a kind of Persian cat), Portman cat, angola cat, Turkish Vatican cat, Norwegian forest cat, Siberian forest cat, bag cat and Somali cat.

3. Civet cats

Civet cats, which originated in China, belong to natural cats and have been preserved after thousands of years of natural elimination of many species. People are most familiar with the story of "civet cats for princes" (Song Dynasty), which is also the earliest record of civet cats that can be found. Therefore, civet cats have such an English name as DragonLi, which was awarded by CFA Cat Association. It is very popular with people because it has beautiful, thick fur and healthy body. Easy to feed and very good at catching mice. From June 5438 to/kloc-0 to October 65438, 2003, civet cats appeared on the stage in the cat exhibition on the fourth floor of Beijing Xin Dong 'an Market. In 2004, CFA China Great Wall Cat Club compiled the criteria for judging China civet cats, which was recognized by CFA, an international authority in the cat industry. This is the first independent standard for pure cat breeds in China.

Civet cats are very independent, love sports and are very cheerful. If the surrounding environment changes, it will be very sensitive It is highly dependent on its owner. If a new owner suddenly changes, his mind may become melancholy. Although adult cats don't like playing with people very much, they still walk around in their sight at any time. It is a very delicate animal, full of confidence in itself and loyal to its owner.

Cat's appearance: Civet cat's head is round, the distance between two ears is not short, the size of ears is very suitable, with wide ear roots, deep auricles and smooth tips. Civet cats have very wide cheeks, giving their heads a very smooth feeling. Its very big eyes are round and slightly inclined, and the colors range from yellow, gold to green. The color of the nose is brick red and black "strokes" The civet has a very moderate figure, and its chest is not only wide, but also deep and thick. The limbs, like the tail, are of moderate length, very suitable, muscular and powerful. The impression left is that the figure is very strong, with a big round face, which matches the short people of the British. I was cute when I was a child.

Coat and coat color: Civet's coat consists of long protective coat and short fluff, which is short, hard, shiny and very smooth. Civet cats have very clear and obvious markings. The association only recognizes mackerel spots, preferably "BrokenMackerel Tabby" with a middle fracture. People usually call it "Beaver Flower Stripe" because it is very similar to wild leopard cats (beavers). It has an M-shaped line on its forehead that all tabby cats have, and there will be an extended "eyeliner" at the corner of its eye. A necklace will appear on its neck, limbs and tail; It will have fishbone spurs (intact mackerel spots) or "spots" (broken mackerel spots).

Key points of raising cats: In the family, the problem of feeding civets is very simple. It doesn't need much attention, as long as it has very clean water and suitable rations. This is a necessary condition for it to live a happy life. Cats have evolved for thousands of years, and ordinary small problems will not trap them, because they have very high adjustment ability and are not afraid of cold weather.

4. Persians

English name: Persian cat (monochrome cat)/long-haired cat (non-monochrome cat)/Himalayan cat (key color cat)

Persia is the name of ancient Iran. Persian cat is the most common and typical breed. In fact, Persian cats were born in 1860 after breeding in Britain for more than 100 years, based on the long-haired cats of ancient Persia (now Iran) and angola cat of Turkey or Armenia. Persian cat has a lovely baby face, long and gorgeous fur, elegant manners and high value. A purebred Persian cat can reach thousands of dollars and is one of the favorite cats of cat lovers in the world.

Appearance Persian cat is a pony, with a strong and round trunk, round head, face and limbs; Short and thick, with a short nose and big and round eyes. The coat is particularly plump. It is a double coat, which consists of two kinds of hairs: long soft fluffy underground fluff and slightly long rough mane (the mane of the best pure cat in the exhibition can reach 12 cm). From white to dark black; Graduated from silver-gray double layer to obvious tortoise shell color. Persian cats that meet the exhibition standards are extremely expensive.

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Large or medium size, broad and deep chest, plump middle part of shoulders and hips, straight back and muscular. But don't be too fat.

The head is round and big, the skull is wide and the cheeks are full.

Small ears, round ears, lean forward. The bottom will not be too wide; The distance between the two ears is wide, located at the lower position of the head and connected along the circular line of the head.

The eyes are big and round, bright and wide, giving people a lovely look.

The nose is short, flat and wide. In Britain, the tip of the nose must be lower than the lower lip.

The chin is full, firm and round, well developed, showing a good occlusion state.

The limbs are short and thick, and the forelimbs are straight; From the back, the hind legs are straight.

Feet are strong, round and big. Toes together, five toes on each forelimb and four toes on each hind limb.

The tail is short, but proportional to the body.

The fur has a double coat, a thick undercoat and a long, smooth waterproof coat. In winter, the thick undercoat grows completely, so the fur in winter is fuller than that in summer. The quality and type of fur are the most important, but the color and pattern are not very important.

Accustomed to Persian cats, they are smart, gentle, responsive and considerate. Temperament is static outside and dynamic inside, the surface is quiet and lazy, but there are emotions hidden inside, longing for the care of the master. Set the excellent temperament of pets in one, elegant, quiet and lovely, optimistic, honest to people, easy to communicate. And a famous rat catcher. Persian cats are slender and beautiful, and have strong adaptability to the environment. But in summer, I hate being hugged and like sleeping on the floor alone.

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In related cartoons, Ryoma Echizen's cat (Karubin) in The Prince of Tennis is such a cat.

5. Burmese cats

Origin: Myanmar. In the early 1930s, Dr. Joseph Thomson of San Francisco, USA, got a beautiful peach-brown female cat from Myanmar. He named it "Wang Mao". At that time, because he didn't get a male cat of the same breed, he had to mate with a Siamese cat. After mating with Siamese cats, this unique breed-Burmese cats was established. In the process of breeding, some kittens with light fur will be obtained, and American breeders ask CFA of the United States to confirm these faded colors. At first, these faded cats were listed as another species of Malaya cats, and later they became diluted parts of Burmese cats.

Appearance characteristics Burmese cats are plump and muscular; Slender limbs, forelimbs shorter than hind limbs; The claws are small and oval; Tail length is moderate. The head is moderately wedge-shaped, with high cheekbones and a slightly shorter nose. The upper orbit of the eyes droops upward, the lower orbit is round, and the eyes are yellow; Ear size is moderate, and the tip of the ear is slightly oval; The coat is short and dense, round and shiny, and smooth as satin, which is cherished by people.

Medium build, muscular and strong. Muscular, slender limbs and small claws.

No matter from the front or side, the head is round, the face is short and wide, and it is well developed. The chin is strong and round, reflecting a good bite.

Ears are thin, basically short, wide at the root, wide at the joint of the head, round at the tip of the ear and slightly downward.

Eyes are big and round, with wide spacing.

The position where the nose is obviously sunken.

The sole of the foot is round, with five toes in each forelimb and four toes in each hind limb.

Tail trimmed straight, medium length.

The fur is short and dense with silky luster.

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Coat color 1. Sable 2. Champagne 3. Blue number four. Platinum.

I'm used to Burmese cats not being as noisy as Siamese cats. They are gentle, naughty and lively, and their calls and movements are lovely. I like the company of others and am not afraid of strangers.

6.siamese cats

Siamese cats originated in Thailand. They have short hair, long bodies, thin bodies, beautiful dark blue eyes and darker faces. Siamese cats are considered to be the oldest cat species in the world. They like the company and contact with people very much, lying on their beds, chairs, legs and bodies. They are smart, caring, soft-hearted, tolerant of children, and can also become the companions of the elderly. They usually prefer to stay at home rather than run around outside, so they are ideal pet companions. Siamese cats have a loud cry and like to talk all the time.

Appearance characteristics: the head is slender and wedge-shaped. The headgear is flat, and the top of the head is in a straight line with the tip of the nose when viewed from the side. The face is sharp and V-shaped, and the nose and mouth are sharp, forming a V-shape from the kiss to the tip of the ear. The bridge of the nose is high and straight, and it is an equilateral triangle from the nose to the tip of the ear. Cheeks are thinner and teeth are scissors bite. Big ears, wide base, pointed ears, upright. Eyes of medium size, almond-shaped, dark blue. The extension line from the inner corner of the eye to the tip of the eye forms a V-shape with the tip of the ear. Eyes slightly convex. The length is equal to the hind limbs. Good flexibility, muscular, slim, angular, thin and long legs. The palm of your hand is small and oval. The tail is long and beautiful, with a pointed tail and a slight curl.

Medium and small, slim and slim. The bones are slender and the muscles are strong. The neck is long, the body length is long and the tail is slender. It is cylindrical from shoulder to hip. The abdomen is compact but not closed. Hip muscles are strong and shoulder-width. The limbs are slender and coordinated. The forelimbs are slightly shorter than the posterior glue.

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The coat color is uniform and monochromatic, but seal-colored spots are allowed. There is a slight gradient on the blue dot. The color of body hair should be in obvious contrast with the spot color. The spots on all characteristic parts (nose, limbs, ears and tail) are the same color, and there can be no mixed white in the spots. The color of the key color part should be as follows: seal key color: beige body. Face, ears, calves, feet and tail are all seal colors. Blue key color: beige body. The face, ears, feet and tail are blue-gray. The key color of chocolate: the body is ivory, and the face, ears, legs, feet and tail are chocolate. Lavender accent color (lavender accent color): The body is white or magnolia. The face, ears, legs and tail are lavender.

Living habits Siamese cats are strong and active, witty and flexible, curious and considerate. Siamese cats like to keep company with others, so they can be led by a belt. They need their master's constant caress and care, and they are loyal to their master and have deep feelings. If you are forced to be separated from your master, you may die of depression. Siamese cats are very clever. They can quickly learn to turn somersaults and throw parabolic objects back. Siamese cats have a unique cry, like a child's cry. They seem to be talking to people loudly all the time. Because of the above characteristics, Siamese cats are nicknamed "cats like dogs".

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Historically, siamese cats originated in Thailand (formerly known as Siam). More than 200 years ago, this precious cat was raised only in earthen palaces and monasteries in Thailand. It was an aristocrat who never left home. When British Consul in Bangkok, Thailand 1884 left his post, he brought one of the gifts from the Kingdom of Thailand, the Siamese cat with the key color of seals, back to Britain, which immediately attracted the attention of many cat lovers in Britain. The cat appeared at the Crystal Palace cat show on the outskirts of London the next year, which caused a shock. 1920 was introduced to the United States and then spread all over the world. According to relevant records, the history of raising Siamese cats in Thai courts can be traced back to the period of King Rama V. Since then, Siamese cats have settled in the courts, and people in the courts have raised them as carefully as princes and princesses. They are dressed like jewels, and even the bowls for drinking and eating are either gold or silver. They live in a luxurious room with air conditioning, and three meals a day are cooked by a special chef. Even when Thailand suffered from financial crisis and economic depression, the Siamese cats in the court still lived a carefree and happy life.

A Siamese cat plays Mao Mao in Garfield.

7.snowshoe cat

Native to the United States.

The ancestor American short-haired cat crossed with Siamese cat, which originated in 65438+60' s.

Lively and active personality, gentle personality.

Ears are big and sharp.

Eyes are almond-shaped and dark blue.

A triangle with a slightly rounded head and a moderate nose.

Mao Mao is short, smooth and shiny, and its coat is blue and white with strong color.

The claws are moderate in size and round, like Burmese cats.

Snowshoe cats are muscular and large, which is caused by the pedigree of American short-haired cats. And its length shows the characteristics of Siamese cats. Male cats are often significantly larger than female cats, weighing up to 5.4kg.

The characteristic white area of cats is superimposed on the traditional Siamese cat pattern, and more and more varieties have this stripe color. The mittens of the front legs must reach the ankles and extend below the tarsal joints of the rear legs. Older cats tend to be darker, but the key is to make the key color contrast with the body color.

Note: kittens are white when they are born, and it takes 2 years to grow clear markings. Hair is short and smooth.

8. Vatican cats in Turkey

1955, British cat lovers saw a cat playing with water on Lake Van Gogh in Turkey and brought it back to feed. Turkish Van Gogh is a variant of angola cat, strictly speaking, a variant of angola cat. 1969 was recognized as an independent species, which gradually multiplied and was certified by the International Cat Association.

Appearance Features The appearance of the Turkish Vatican cat is very similar to that of angola cat. Particularly tenacious, good environmental tolerance, very lively. Although it was once considered aggressive, through the efforts of breeding experts, the behavior of this species has become very friendly, especially to other cats. Playful, strong personality, rich feelings, often showing possessiveness to the owner. She is a good companion, and her voice is a little louder. Can adapt to apartment life. But a big yard with water environment is better. Growth retardation takes three to five years to reach full adulthood. Usually you can comb your hair once a week, and you need to increase it in early summer. The Vatican cat in Turkey has thick, silky fur, but it doesn't have any internal fluff. In winter, its coat color can completely rival the long hair of BT family; In summer, the coat gradually falls off.

This cat's personality preference is different from other cats. This cat especially likes playing in the water, and even goes swimming in shallow water. After coming out of the water, the water on him is easily drained. Smart, alert, lively and lovely, like to play and climb. The cry is sweet and pleasant, and it is friendly to people.

Body shape, slender trunk, muscular.

The head is short and wedge-shaped.

Most ears are hairy.

Eyes are round and amber.

The nose is slender and the end is colored.

The limbs are of medium length.

The claws are small, round and pink.

The tail is long and hairy, and there should be several circles of deep golden brown hair at the tail.

The fur is long and shiny, with white tones and some golden-brown markings on the front of the ear; The tail also has black stripes.

The coat is white with golden brown stripes on the face and tail.

Note that the acceptable colors of hybrid varieties are not allowed as follows:

Beige cat (Beige stripes contrast with white chalk fur. The vertical white spot on the face extends all the way to the nose, dividing the color on the head in half. The color area of the head is only above the eyes and cannot extend beyond the roots of the ears. The ear itself is white, and the inside of the ear is yellowish pink. The tail should be pure milky yellow and can extend slightly to the back. )

Cat red-brown cat (stripe pattern is very important, the red-brown hair area on the head is limited to the top of the eyes and cannot extend behind the ears. The nose is white, and the clear vertical white spots divide the reddish brown on the head in half, and the tail is also reddish brown. )

There are more than three plaques on the body. No flame marks on his face. Speckle distribution is uneven. The color of the tail starts too early on the back.

Whether another all-white cat, called Turkey Vankedisi, is a Vatican cat is still controversial.

9. Bengal cat

It has the blood of Asian leopard cat (civet cat), which is the most expensive kind of cat, and can generally sell for five or six thousand.

Overview:

Origin: USA

Ancestor: hybrid breeding of Asian leopard cat

Origin: 1963

Weight: 5.5 ~ 9 kg

Medium to large. Long and strong. The skeleton is strong. Short coat.

Head: quite large, with an arc outline. Grow wider than. There is a gentle curve transition from forehead to bridge of nose. High and conspicuous cheeks. Full and wide nose and mouth. Large and wide nose with concave curve. The chin is obvious.

Ears: small and medium size, wide base, round top and inclined forward. There should be no tufts of lynx at the tip of the ear.

Eyes: large, oval, with large spacing, and the tip of the eye is slightly inclined to the bottom of the ear. All colors are acceptable except blue and light green.

Neck: long, thick, muscular and strong. Length is proportional to body length.

Body: long, big and powerful, but not oriental. Strong bones and muscular.

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Legs and claws: Legs are of medium length. The hind legs are slightly longer than the front legs. The bones are strong and thick. Big, round claws. Black foot pads.

Tail: medium length, thick, tapering towards the tail tip, and the tail tip is round.

Coat: short and delicate. Thick, good, very soft. Colors include: black (unrecognized); Brown tiger spots (different shades of background); Silver tiger spot (unidentified); Snow-white cats (lynx/mink) have spots or granite patterns and blue eyes (mink cats have green eyes, but mink cats don't recognize them).

10. Russian blue cat

This blue cat, once known as Archie Angie in history, was brought to England by ship in the17th century and was almost extinct during World War II. Russian blue cat is slender, its head seems to be composed of several planes, its forehead is flat, and it looks like a snake from the side, so it is called "cobra's head". All wrapped in a silver green Miki Sayaka. It has slender limbs, narrow face, very thin big ears and double short hair. Cats are introverted and docile, and never bark. Big, upright, pointed ears, small, round feet, walking like tiptoe. Wearing a short coat with silver-blue luster, coupled with a slender figure and a light gait, shows the aristocratic style of a cat.

Russian blue cats are quiet, shy, shy and unwilling to go out. Soft and sweet, affectionate and docile, very trusting in the master, like to please the master. And can live in peace with other pets at home, easy to raise, is a very popular family pet.

Cat Russian blue cat has a long history, and its ancestor "Archie Anji blue cat" was brought to Britain from Russian ports as early as17th century. After World War II, the number of Russian blue cats dropped sharply. In order to restore their population, the breeder crossed them with Siamese cats, which made the appearance of Russian blue cats have some oriental sentiment. Because our ancestors originated in the cold Siberian region, they are called "Winter Spirit" in many places. Although some people say that its name comes from northern Europe and northern Russia, the correct origin is still a mystery. However, the debate on cultivated varieties in Britain has become a final conclusion. /kloc-at the end of 0/9, the cat first appeared at the cat show. At that time, the body shape was followed by a short body; But after World War II, they often mated with Siamese cats and became slim. However, since 1960 s, there is a tendency to return to the original shape.

Body shape: slender and elegant body, with oriental flavor, strong bones and simple and gorgeous coat. Short hair, with velvet texture and feel, inner fluff can resist cold, gray, blue-gray, looks like mink-like silver-gray luster, so it is called Russian blue cat. The head is short and wedge-shaped. The middle length of the bridge of the nose is basically in a straight line with the forehead, and the eyes are almond-shaped and the color is green. Ears are wide, upright and transparent. Slender limbs and round claws. Long and smooth, tapered.

Personality characteristics: quiet and serene, gentle and slightly shy, high IQ. I like apartment life, but I can also adapt to the cold environment.

Daily management: Although it is a short-haired cat, you should always comb your fur and keep it shiny.

Cats like a quiet family and are best for quiet old people.

Russian blue cat is also called "the aristocrat of short-haired species" and "the essence of winter". Native to the white sea coast or Scandinavia.

Cat other: black and white, from Australia, not accepted, extremely rare.