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Why does the cat have a hooked nose? Reasons why a cat's nose swells. History of the Oriental cat breed

“God created the cat so that man could have a tiger to pet.”
V. Hugo

It is simply impossible to confuse an Oriental cat with any other breed, because it is difficult to find a more graceful and elegant cat, with huge widely spaced ears and a hunchbacked profile, like a figurine, this is a sophisticated representative of the cat world. Even the name of the breed translated from English means “eastern”. Shorthaired Oriental, Siamese and Seychelles cats belong to the group of Oriental cats, so they have the same breed standard. What then is the difference between Oriental, Siamese and Seychelles cats, you ask. Oriental, Siamese and Seychelles cat breeds are one and the same. These breeds have an absolutely identical description in the standards of all felinological systems and differ only in color and eye color. There are no other differences, and the character is no exception; it is also very similar in these cats. Of course, we should not forget that each cat has its own unique character traits, just like a person, each cat is a personality, an individual.

History of the Oriental cat breed

Orientals came to our world from Siam (modern Thailand), so their history is closely connected with the Siamese cat. Ancient manuscripts and frescoes provide evidence of the existence of a similar short-haired breed of different colors. The export of Oriental cats from Siam was banned for a long time, but they still found their way to Europe. They were brought to England at the end of the 19th century, where they won the attention and great love of breeders.

In America, the first Oriental cat appeared in 1956 and two years later a preliminary standard was adopted. American breeders achieved full recognition of the breed only in 1977. The Oriental cat appeared in Russia in 1987.

Today the breed is very popular among a large number of breeders and cat lovers in Russia.

Breed standard

An oriental pussy can be seen from afar - it is the embodiment of grace, the ideal of a cat in general. Here are the outstanding characteristics of the Oriental breed:

a wedge-shaped muzzle and an elongated nose with a hump.
a straight line is formed from the tip of the nose to the edge of the chin;
wedge-shaped, wide, slightly rounded, huge, low-set ears;
medium-sized almond-shaped eyes;
elegant, flexible and long body - strong muscles on an elegant bone;
the stomach is tucked, the body tapers towards the tail;
thin, flexible and long neck;
slender limbs with small oval paws;
elongated, thin, tapering tail;
short-haired individuals have thin, close-lying short shiny hair without undercoat, of uniform color;
long-haired - a medium-length fur coat without undercoat, a bushy tail;

There are 42 color options for Orientals, but the basic ones include:

The color should be equally intense along the entire length of the hair; if the color is tabby, then the pattern should be clearly visible. An Oriental cat usually weighs 3-5 kg, and a male cat can reach up to 6 kg.
Disadvantages at exhibitions are considered to be squint or clearly visible cartilage in the chest area.

A little about the character of the Oriental cat

“You can’t be the owner of a cat. Partnership is the best one can hope for.”
Sir Harry Swanson

So, Oriental cats are very active, agile, curious, affectionate and sociable. And they love to communicate, they don’t just meow and purr, they have a lot of different intonations in their arsenal. The cat can quietly talk with the owner, telling in detail how her day went, what she saw and did; be capricious if she is bored or bothered by something, or complain loudly if she is offended or ignored. In general, cats of the Oriental breed have three main differences - an immense love for humans, a constant need to eat and chat.

Every minute, they will entertain their owner with their charisma, their deft jumping, talking about everything in the world, playing with a mouse or a ball, or simply sitting with him in front of the TV. Oriental cats really do not like to be left alone for a long time, so they are ready to hover around a person most of the time. Oriental cats are big fans of traveling; it’s better to be anywhere, most importantly with their owner.

The talkativeness of this breed is, of course, a separate conversation. The owners know absolutely exactly what their beloved cat is talking about, communication with them turns into a real dialogue. Even adult cats are very playful; in this character trait they are similar to dogs. The Oriental is flexible, open and trusting, easy to train, and brings objects.

Cats of this breed love all family members, but they are most devoted to one person, to whom they give their preference, and express their courtesy to him in every possible way. Rest assured, the oriki will meet you from work, take you to wash your hands, and bring you slippers (just kidding, of course). Oriental cats get along well with children and love interactive toys, swings, fishing rods, mice and balls. They don't scratch or bite.

Another inseparable trait from an oric is curiosity. Often it is so large that even the most cowardly Orik will crawl out of the lair to see what is going on “there”. By the way, this is why in their upbringing we often have to remind them that this cannot be done even today. And check the order in your closets, oh, that is, in his closets, of course! Open the door or drawer of the cabinet, in which perhaps something interesting, or maybe even tasty, is hidden... yes, an Orientalist definitely needs this!

There is another trait that is also very characteristic of Orientals - curiosity. They are interested in everyone and everything, stick their nose into everything, nothing can be done without them. Curiosity does not leave the orik even when guests come to the house. They do not hide in cover, like many other cats, but make contact and make absolutely anyone fall in love with them, even those who were very indifferent to cats.

Oriental cats also love the company of other pets, regardless of whether it is a cat, dog or hamster. But still, they achieve the greatest harmony in relationships only with animals of similar temperament and activity, for example, with other orics. After all, there are never too many orientals. And so their ori company grows - first one, then another, and possibly a third.

Another advantage of this wonderful breed is that Orientals are a hypoallergenic cat breed, due to the lack of undercoat, which is a real boon for people suffering from allergies.

Caring for the Oriental cat breed is not difficult, but it has some peculiarities.

— Short-haired animals do not require special coat care - bathe when dirty, use a rubber brush for short-haired cats.
— Long-haired dogs need to be brushed once a week - the hair does not tangle due to its medium length and the absence of undercoat.
— There are usually 4-6 kittens in a litter, which the mother carefully cares for until 3-4 weeks, without letting them leave the nest.
— Kittens of the Oriental breed develop very quickly—the kittens’ eyes open on the 3rd day, and the main thing is to just carefully monitor their development.
— The best toys for orientals are hanging fishing rods and balls, soft mice.
— The breed’s health is excellent, it is only necessary to maintain it with mandatory preventive procedures.
— The Oriental’s diet should be balanced, containing the right amount of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and vitamins.
— These cats are quite sensitive to cold, so they need to be protected from drafts.

Health

Oriental cats attract world breeders not only with their magnificent appearance, but also with fairly good health, which is important. There really are no breed-specific diseases in this breed. With proper nutrition, maintenance and care, Orientals live a very long time. But there are two problems - progressive retinal atrophy and flat chest syndrome, which are transmitted genetically.

Progressive retinal atrophy is a hereditary disease in which retinal cells are destroyed, resulting in complete or partial blindness of the animal. The disease can begin both in adulthood and at a young age. As a rule, breeders test animals for genetic diseases in order to produce healthy offspring.

The second genetic disease is flat chest syndrome, a disease that leads to deformation of the chest. It develops only at an early age - in kittens. The close genetic relationship to the Siamese breed suggests a possible risk of inherited diseases such as cardiomyopathy and liver amyloidosis. There is a possibility of dental diseases, feline asthma and upper respiratory tract diseases.

All genetic diseases can be identified before mating of parental pairs, thereby protecting kittens from the risk of severe heredity.

Who is an Oriental cat suitable for? If….

Have you always dreamed of the perfect cat?
You have always dreamed of a dog, but did not have the opportunity to have one, because you need to walk the dog.
You get nervous quite often and sleep lightly.
You do not have kids.
You have children of any age.
You don't like watching TV alone and need a companion.
You've always had cats, but you dreamed of a dog.
You have no one to talk to or no one to listen to you, you need an interlocutor.

If you let a magical cat from the Siamese kingdom into your home, you will get an unusually graceful, affectionate and intelligent animal that will be loving and devoted, ready to prove it to you with its huge little heart again and again.

God created the cat. Oriental cat breed

Disadvantages of the breed

The appearance of the British cat, described in the standard, is unusually harmonious, so it is very important that all the animal’s features are as close to the standard as possible. Anything that does not fit into the correct description introduces dissonance into the appearance of the animal and spoils the impression of its perception. Therefore, a very important part of breeding work is to obtain an animal that is harmonious in all respects. This is very difficult, especially when working on unusual colors, both because of the small number of quality breeding sires and because of the inevitable influx of blood from other breeds to achieve the desired result. I would also like to note that in addition to the main shortcomings, which will be discussed below, there are countless transitional and more smoothed forms.

Possible disadvantages in type

General impression: according to the standard, the British body should be compact, deep, with short powerful legs. Often there is a stretched body, as well as a lightness of the body on tall thin legs.

Important! The use of the term "thin" applies exclusively to the ideal legs of a Briton, and not to cats in general. The British have very powerful limbs, and even some thinness of individual representatives of the breed cannot be compared with the long limbs of, say, the Siamese breed. The same applies to the consideration of other shortcomings - all the terms used are relevant only in comparison with a good British cat, and not with any other cat.

Wool: It’s quite difficult to show the imperfections of wool in a picture, so I’ll make do with a text description.

The characteristic plush coat should be of the correct texture throughout the animal's body, while it is quite common to see longer, close-fitting hair along the spine, and especially closer to the tail. Unfortunately, most Russian British, and even those obtained on the basis of export producers, suffer from this drawback.
Another, no less common fault is poor coat. Some colors are particularly prone to this deficiency - for example, chocolate. In general, wool of different colors has its own characteristics - blue wool looks the most correct, close to it is lilac and cream, i.e. light plain wool. Chocolate, as I already mentioned, can be thin and poor-haired, white can have a dryish texture and is not elastic enough, black can be too dense and silky. Also, all kinds of tabby colors suffer from insufficiently padded undercoat.

Important! All these shortcomings relate exclusively to the texture of the coat, while there may be many more possible shortcomings, but they are related to color and require separate consideration.

Tail: it should be short, thick, tapering to a rounded tip, a kind of pole. But, often, the tail is too long for a given breed, and thin, not well dressed, or noticeably tapering towards the tip.

Head: the largest number of possible flaws is concentrated on the head, because in addition to the general correct form, there is a standard (and, naturally, deviations from it) for the cheeks, nose, eyes, ears, forehead. Although the standard considers these parameters separately, in fact, correct eye placement is directly related to the length and width of the nose, as well as the shape of the muzzle, i.e. They are interconnected, which means they should be considered as a whole.

The most common shortcomings of British heads

	The so-called pinching. The whiskers (muscles) are too pronounced and do not form a single smooth shape with the cheekbones.
	Cheeks are not full enough. Even with other parameters corresponding to the standard, the main charm of the British man disappears - his thick plush cheeks, due to which he looks like a bear cub or a hamster.
	“Exotic” muzzle - a shortened and upturned nose is combined with too deep a transition from the forehead to the nose. There is a small hump on the nose, i.e. short nose is NOT straight. In addition, due to the fact that the cheekbones are raised and the nose is shortened, the inner corners of the eyes also rise, which changes the set of the eyes, it becomes more “Persian”. Nasolabial folds are indicated due to insufficiently filled cheekbones (Persians and exotics have a flattened muzzle). In addition, with such a muzzle, the upper part of the head is too convex and the front part of the forehead is flat, and overbites often occur.
	“Simplified” type of muzzle, i.e. close to domestic cats. In profile, one can see a flattened forehead, overhanging brow ridges, a sharp transition to the nose and an elongated nose. Viewed from the front, it can be seen that the long nose pushes the ear pads forward behind it, which makes the muzzle non-round, smooth lines, and gives it a box-shaped shape. A more elongated muzzle and elongated nose cause the inner corners of the eyes to droop downward, causing the eyes to appear slanted. Even with full cheeks, with this type of muzzle there is a feeling of disharmony, the muzzle is separate - the cheeks are separate.
	The Fox Face type is often found in British Chinchillas. It is characterized by insufficient fullness of the muzzle and a rounded dorsum of the nose and, as a result, a narrowed nasal mirror. A narrowed and elongated nose entails a closer set of eyes, that is, they turn out not only slightly slanted, but also more closely set. This type of muzzle is combined with a weak chin, and underbites are possible.

A few more comparative angles

Chin

To understand what the chin should be like, you need to mentally fit the muzzle into the oval. A strong, regularly shaped chin will create a single smooth line with the whiskers, without disturbing it.

Profiles

Bite

In breeding and show cats, a scissor bite is considered the norm, when the lower canines fit tightly into the interdental space between the third upper (lateral) incisor and the upper canine, and the upper incisors fit tightly onto the lower ones. Also the norm is a pincer bite (in which the incisors close together straight), and an underbite or overbite of less than 2mm is also allowed.

How is an incorrect bite formed? The fact is that as a result of selective selection, the upper part of the skull is susceptible to stronger changes; it is more plastic than the lower part, because It has connective and cartilaginous tissues and is easier to shorten or lengthen, depending on what is most desirable according to the standard of a particular breed. Therefore, breeds with a round skull and a short muzzle, which include the British, always have a tendency to overshot, and breeds with an elongated muzzle tend to underbite.

"Rabbit" ears. They seem to be slightly turned back, giving the impression that the cat is always listening to something.
Ears are falling apart

The ears “fall apart” to the sides, “ears like a cap.” Correct shape and size, but set too low and leaning forward. If the cat is interested in something, then they almost lie horizontally.

Too large, high and too straight set, “bunny” ears. Sometimes they are a stable defect of the animal, or they can also be age-related; it occurs in young animals in which the growth of the skull is delayed, and the ears have already reached adult size. After the skull grows and expands in width, the deficiency may decrease significantly or disappear altogether.

Source // www.softcat.ru/standard.html Breed standard and disadvantages

Pets often become full members of their family, so owners are always concerned about the health of their pets. Cats begin to show anxiety when the disease is already at its peak, making it very difficult to catch the disease at an early stage.

To avoid health problems and long-term treatment, it is necessary to constantly monitor the well-being of furry purrs and promptly notice even small changes in appearance or behavior.

One of the most common problems veterinarians include is subcutaneous formations that can appear anywhere. In a cat, a lump on the nose may indicate the development of a cyst, an enlarged lymph node, hemorrhage, the presence of a foreign object or even a tumor. At the first signs of formation, owners need to conduct an independent inspection.

If the cat is irritated, then the animal should be examined with calm stroking movements of the hands. The purpose of this physical examination is to identify similar lesions in other locations. If there are no subcutaneous growths on the body, hemorrhage due to a blow or scratch should then be excluded. If your pet loves to get into fights with neighbor cats, then in this case there is a high probability of an ordinary wound received from the claws of rivals.

In a cat, a lump on the nose is often a benign formation. As the tumor develops, it gradually grows while maintaining its structure. A congenital bump on the nose is a nasal glioma. It does not cause pain or discomfort, but may begin to grow inside the nasal passages. In some cases, the lump makes breathing difficult, in which case it must be removed surgically.

Papillomas

Having excluded the damaging factor and congenital formations, it is necessary to pay attention to the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose and the inner surface of the ears. Animals often suffer from papilloma, which is considered a benign tumor of viral origin. Infection occurs after contact with sick animals or as a result of the virus entering home through the shoes or clothing of the owners.

The color of warts, as well as their size, vary depending on the state of the animal’s immunity and the length of time the virus remains in the body. The shape of the formations can also be different. Papillomas do not pose a serious threat to the health or life of a pet, but a growth on a cat’s nose causes a lot of inconvenience and therefore must be treated. The cat virus does not pose a danger to human health.

Warts appear on the mucous membranes of a cat a month or two after possible contact with the papilloma virus. The animal may experience a decrease in appetite, lethargy, single formations or entire clusters of connecting tumors appear. Warts do not cause any particular discomfort, but in some cases they can cause severe itching. As a result of scratching, in addition to papilloma, bleeding wounds appear.

What should the owner do?

After discovering suspicious lumps on the nose, it is better to contact a qualified specialist rather than self-medicate. Alternative methods, which consist of lubricating warts with the juice of garlic, celandine, or young dandelions, are completely useless, because the cat simply will not tolerate such lotions on the nose and will quickly lick off all the mixtures. Injections of antibiotics or even cutting off the wart at home on the advice of fellow cat owners can only cause serious harm to the health of the pet. The nose is extremely sensitive, so cauterizing or damaging the warts will cause severe pain and cause a secondary infection.

The appearance of a tumor on a cat's nose can be avoided by following a few simple recommendations. There is no immunity to viral papillomas, so the pet should be protected from contact with cats that live on the street. The disease in the early stages can be treated quickly; to identify the first signs of warts, the animal must be regularly examined, especially the areas most vulnerable to infection. Shoes and outerwear should be stored in places inaccessible to the cat; playing or contact with them is unacceptable. The floor in the hallway and corridor should be cleaned and disinfected, and hands should be washed after going outside before petting the pet.

If any formation is detected on the animal’s nose, the owners should contact a veterinarian. To make a correct diagnosis, the doctor will take a blood test from the animal and perform a biopsy of the tumor to determine its nature, after which he will prescribe treatment. The most dangerous outcome can be a cancerous tumor, so a visit to the clinic should not be postponed for long. Early consultation with a doctor and timely treatment significantly increases the chances of a full recovery for your pet.

For cats, as well as for other animals, smell is one of the most important senses, even despite the cat's famous vision. After all, you may not see the prey, but you can smell it. By smell you can find out if someone was on their territory, and who exactly it was. By and large, smell can be considered the second sight of animals, it plays such an important role in their lives.

Smell is everything to a cat

It all starts from the very first days of life. After all, newborn kittens are completely blind. How then do they unmistakably find the mother cat’s milk nipples? Of course, by smell. By smell, the mother cat herself distinguishes kittens from the same litter, and the kittens themselves distinguish each other and all surrounding objects.

Cats mark their territory using special odorous liquids that are secreted by glands on their faces and near their tails. This is why cats often rub their faces against objects. Including the owners, they also mark them as something that is located on their territory and is their property.

Cats find a cat that is ready to mate by smell, and cats find the cat that is most suitable for them. The smell also identifies whose territory the cat is currently in, or whether a stranger is present in his own possessions.

Parting with familiar smells causes quite a lot of stress in a cat. That’s why your pets have such a hard time going through moving, buying new furniture, and especially renovations. After all, if when moving or buying a new sofa the smells remain more or less natural, then during renovation the smells of paints and other building materials can simply drive the poor animal crazy. Therefore, during the period of reconstruction, it is better to take the cat to the dacha or to another house.

It should be noted that the shape of cat noses depends on the breed. It is clear that the nose of a Siamese or Siberian cat will be much larger than the nose of a Persian. And the hump nose of a Burmese cat can be safely described as aristocratic or “Roman”.

Cat nose device

A cat's nose, like a human's, consists of two nasal canals separated by cartilage. When a cat inhales air, it enters special nasal chambers. There he passes through winding channels, lingering in them for some time. During this retention of air in these channels, odors are recognized.

The cells responsible for recognition are bottle-shaped and end in several sensory hairs. And the hairs are covered with mucus, in which all odorous substances dissolve. These analyzer cells are directly connected to the part of the cat's brain responsible for smell.

In addition to the analytical function, the nasal sinuses also perform a kind of filter and air conditioning function. The air passing through them is heated and cleaned of dust and bacteria.

To sniff unfamiliar objects, cats use a specific organ called the Jacobson tube. This tube can simultaneously identify not only smell, but also taste. This organ is located above the upper palate. The cat uses it when it inhales air through its mouth.

This lifts the upper lip and exposes the incisors. Perhaps you could observe this in your pet and remember this rather funny grimace, vaguely reminiscent of a grin.

Although a cat's sense of smell does not reach that of a dog's, it is definitely many times better than a human's. Therefore, your pets can react quite painfully to many odors. Which, by the way, you won’t even feel.

Therefore, you should not wash your cat's bowl with dishwashing detergent. Because what is a barely perceptible pleasant smell for us is something akin to a gas attack for cats. And even if you use detergent, try to rinse out any remaining detergent from the bowl as thoroughly as possible.

Agree, it will be unpleasant for you if someone pours a bottle of perfume into your food. So the cat is unpleasant to the extra odors present in its food and completely suppressing its appetite.

Also, the nose is a kind of indicator of health. Have you heard the expression “a wet nose is a healthy dog”? This also applies to cats. In a healthy animal, the nose should be cool and moist. Humidity is provided with the help of a special secretion and during licking.

In addition, maintaining body temperature at an optimal level also occurs through the nose and oral cavity. After all, cats only sweat the pads on their paws, and this is too little for full heat exchange.

Cat fingerprinting

You've probably noticed that cats' noses are rough. But every cat has its own unique pattern on its nose. This uniqueness is akin to human fingerprints. Just as you can't find two people with the same prints, you can't find two cats with the same nose pattern. This feature can be used to recognize animals.

The color of the nose depends on the color of the cat as a whole. Some cat breeds are distinguished by the fact that their noses have a dark edging. For example, the chinchilla breed can boast of such natural “eyeliner”.

Cats love the smell of garlic and onions, but cannot stand the smell of orange, mint, lavender, tea tree and mothballs.
The smell of garlic and onions is used as aromatic additives in cat food.
A cat with a cold may not eat anything not only because of poor health, but also because of nasal congestion. This is explained by the fact that cats have much more olfactory receptors than taste ones. Therefore, the smell of food is much more important to them than its taste. Therefore, for a cat with a cold, any food will be tasteless due to the lack of smell.
Older cats' noses are almost always warm and dry. And this does not indicate some kind of disease in the animal, but rather poor functioning of the glands that provide moisture to the nose.
The cat's nose is used as a thermometer. With its help, the cat can determine the temperature of the food offered. Therefore, if your pet sniffs every portion of food, then she not only checks for edibility, but determines its temperature.
It is strictly not recommended to poke a cat's muzzle into a bowl of food, even for educational purposes. Unless you want your pet to lose her sense of smell as soon as possible. In this case, poke more often, very soon you will achieve your goal.
A folk superstition says that if a cat covers its nose with its paws, it means it will soon become colder.

Take care of your pets' noses. After all, your cat’s well-being and even his life depend on his sense of smell. A cat that has lost its sense of smell can no longer fully exist, and most of the information passes by.

Cats are pets, self-sufficient and independent with a distinct character. Among the wide variety of domestic cat breeds, everyone can choose their best friend, guided by external data, character traits, habits and individual preferences.

Abyssinian

Short-haired breed. The back is usually slightly darker than the coat on other areas. The wool shimmers in different colors, because each hair has several shades at the same time. Due to the lack of undercoat, it practically does not shed, and for the same reason it is susceptible to rapid hypothermia. Weight can reach 7.5 kg. A playful and active cat, it requires increased attention from its owner. Almost does not meow, but can purr loudly.

Australian smoke

The difference between this breed lies in 3 components of coat color: the main background, the dark pattern and the haze. They are found in marbled and spotted variations. The characteristic spotting is expressed by dark spots and stripes. A friendly, affectionate pet will be a great friend for children. These cats are smart, easily follow the simplest commands, and very rarely scratch. They get along well with other animals in the house.

Asian smoky

Short-haired breed. It has a light undercoat, but the coat itself can be black, chocolate, blue and red. It is distinguished by large expressive eyes of amber or rich yellow color. The maximum weight of the breed is 7 kg. These cats cannot stand cramped spaces and loneliness. They are very peaceful, affectionate and flexible, and are able to express gratitude.

Asian tabby

Muscular short-haired cat with erect ears. There is no undercoat. The color can be plain, striped, smoky, but the lower half of the body should be lighter than the upper. The average weight of an adult cat is 5-6 kg. Sociable, friendly animals with high intelligence will become best friends for the elderly and children. They are easy to train and get along with other animals.

American Shorthair

Adults can reach 8 kg. An athletic body characterizes the hunting breed. There are more than 80 acceptable colors; the coat and undercoat are quite thick and dense. The eyes are almond-shaped, orange or green. Clean animals with a calm character. They easily adapt to new conditions. Active throughout life. Immunity is unstable to infectious diseases.

American Polydactyl

Cats are distinguished by an abnormal number of well-developed toes: up to 10 on the front paws and up to 8 on the hind paws. The claws on the extra phalanges need to be trimmed every month, as they do not wear down when walking and cause inconvenience to the pet. The coat is brown and black with stripes or small spots, with pronounced typing. The maximum weight of an adult cat is 5.5 kg. They have an unobtrusive and devoted character, their habits resemble dogs, and they love to play with toys. They feel sad during long separations.

American Bobtail (Yankee Bob)

The main feature is a short movable tail (from 2.5 to 7.5 cm). These cats have a long, muscular body, low paws and a wide, almost square muzzle. There are short-haired and semi-long-haired individuals. The color can be any, the most common being agouti. Weight - 3-9 kg. Smart cat, loves big companies and active games.

American Curl

A characteristic feature is ears curved back. They are very fragile and require careful care. A medium-sized cat with a well-proportioned body and beautiful medium-length fur of any color. The animals are quite active and easy to train.

Anatolian (Turkish Shorthair)

Has high-set large ears. The wool is soft, pleasant to the touch, without noticeable undercoat. Any color is acceptable. The maximum weight of an adult is 4.5 kg. Cats have the ability to parody their owner's facial expressions and some vowel sounds. They are very cheerful and love to play with water and rustling objects. They easily learn commands and rules. They prefer walks in the fresh air.

Arabian Mau

A large cat (up to 8 kg) with a strong build and widely spaced ears. The coat is short, without undercoat, and quite hard to the touch. There are cats of a single color, bicolor, spotted and striped. The eyes are almond-shaped to match the color. Mau are playful, inquisitive and very loyal; they get along easily with all family members and other pets.

Asherah

The most expensive cat breed in the world!

The weight of an adult reaches 12-14 kg. The body is slightly disproportionate, the ears are narrowed at the tips, the eyes are golden or green. The short coat can have 4 types of colors: orange-gold with spots, hypoallergenic, snow and leopard. These cats are sociable and balanced, they love active games and walks outside.

Balinese

An elegant animal with medium-length hair without undercoat. The eyes are almond-shaped, blue or light blue. Cats do not weigh more than 5 kg, have a narrow muzzle with a strong jaw and large triangular ears. The hind legs are higher than the front legs, the tail is whip-shaped with a plume. More than 20 types of colors are acceptable, except black and red. Cats are not aggressive, friendly and devoted to their owner like a dog. Very funny, smart and playful.

Bambino

A very rare and expensive breed. The average weight of the animal is 3 kg, and its height is 25 cm. Characteristic features are the absence of fur, a strong body, large ears and short limbs, round and blue eyes. There are 3 types of shades of the breed: blue, white, black, expressed in spots. Their character is soft and kind. Bambino tolerates travel and changes of environment well. Due to the lack of fur coats, animals often freeze.

Bengal

Rare and large breed. Weight reaches 8 kg. Athletic body with well-developed muscles and long hind legs. The mouth is square-shaped, a large wide nose, green or golden eyes, short ears. The coat is medium length or short, dense with a uniform leopard or merle color. Acceptable shades: red, white, gray. Cats are capable of learning to follow commands. Very loyal, curious and smart, they try to accompany their owner everywhere.

Bohemian rex

The breed is distinguished by thick curly hair. A medium-sized animal with a large head, large cheeks and a short wide nose. The color of the large eyes matches the shade of the fur, the ears are small with tassels. The legs are short and massive. Color: white, smoky, blue, red, cameo, tortoiseshell. Peace-loving, affectionate animals with a calm character.

Bombay

A medium-sized animal with well-developed muscles. Average weight 3-6 kg. The coat is short and dense. The color is exclusively black. The eyes are amber yellow. There are 5 toes on the front paws and 4 on the hind paws. Cats have a calm character, love attention and large companies, and are wary of children and strangers.

Brazilian

A small cat with smart eyes. The head and nose are medium in size, the ears are large. The neck is long, the paws are small and round. Any color and eye color is acceptable. The coat is short and silky, without undercoat. Playful, developed animals that require increased attention. They have a predatory nature and love to walk outdoors.

British Longhair

Cats have medium-length fur, but appear fluffy due to their thick undercoat and short legs. The muzzle is large and massive with pronounced cheeks and large round eyes. There are many color variations. The color of the eyes should match the shade of the fur coat. Character is kind, sociable. Cats are obedient and calmly experience separation from their owner.

British Shorthair

The calling card of the breed is its short plush coat and muzzle with massive cheeks and round orange eyes. Average weight - 5-8 kg. Creatures with character, that is, you won’t be able to squeeze them until they allow it. The British are neat and obedient, they love order. They remain active throughout their lives. They calmly tolerate separation from their owner.

Bramble

Cats are graceful. They have coarse, dog-like fur. A strong body with a long tail, a beautiful face with large ears and almond-shaped eyes. Any color is acceptable. They are affectionate, playful, easy to train, with a well-developed hunting instinct. In a family they choose one owner, but they are happy to communicate with the rest of the household.

Burmanskaya

Medium-sized smooth-haired cat. Average weight - 5-6 kg. The developed muscles of the body are emphasized by tight-fitting fur with an unusual silky structure. Pronounced round eyes complement the cat's personality. There are many color variations, but the lower part of the body must be lighter than the upper part.
A playful and loyal cat that requires constant attention. Alone, she will be unhappy and may become depressed.

Burmilla shorthair

A cat with a proportionally built body and well-developed muscles. Weight reaches 4-7 kg. The animal has short hair with a light undercoat. Agouti coloring is only allowed on the tail, paws and head. They are distinguished by their neatness and gentle character. They are unobtrusive, not picky eaters and do not show aggression.

Havana

The average weight of the animal is 2.5-4.5 kg. The body is muscular, the head is regular wedge-shaped, large ears, oval green eyes. The coat is medium length or short, rich brown, tending to red.

A distinctive feature is the strictly brown color of the mustache.

Sociable animals, they tolerate moving and traveling well. They can easily make friends with a dog.

Himalayan

The breed originated from the Persians. Individuals have a stocky body, bushy tail and short legs. The coat is equally long throughout the body with a pronounced collar and thick undercoat; it visually rounds out the animal’s figure. Himalayan cats are very energetic and emotional, but at the same time they are obedient and have a balanced character.

Dutch Rex

The peculiarity of the breed is short, stiff hair covered with curls. The tail, paws and body are thin. The ears, relative to the head, are small in size. There are many acceptable colors. Cats are distinguished by their sharp mind and gentle character. They are affectionate, playful and require constant attention. They have the talent of a mousetrap.

Dwelf

One of the smallest breeds. A hairless cat with short limbs and ears curled back. Maximum weight - 2 kg. The body is muscular with slight folds, the eyes are light, almond-shaped. The cats have a suede feel to the touch. Most often they are light in color, but they can be any color. They are very curious and sociable, not aggressive, love children, and are easy to train.

This cat must always be kept warm!

Devon rex

They are distinguished by curly soft short hair, large low-set ears and large eyes. The body is proportionally built with strong, high limbs. The density of the fur may vary in different parts of the body. Maximum weight - 4.5 kg. Cats are smart, curious, playful, and get along well with other pets.

Desert Links

A large cat similar to a lynx. Weighing up to 10 kg, with a massive muscular body. The paws are large, the jaw is square, the ears are tufted at the tips, and the nose is wide. Eyes yellow or emerald. The coat is plush to the touch, any color variations are acceptable. The cat is affectionate and devoted, captures the owner’s mood and gets along well with children.

Don Sphynx

Well developed medium sized cats. The skin is wrinkled and velvety, the coat is completely or partially absent, so the breed belongs to a number of hypoallergenic cats. Weight varies between 5-7 kg. These cats are always balanced, friendly and sociable, easily adapt to new conditions, love games and are easy to train.

European Shorthair (Celtic)

A cat with a muscular, strong, compact body. It has a round head with round eyes and cheeks. The coat is short and thick, the color allows for 35 varieties. The animals are absolutely not intrusive, but at the same time affectionate and sociable. They easily adapt to the rhythm of life of the owner and feel comfortable in the apartment.

Egyptian Mau

Strong and elegant, very active cats.

While running, they can accelerate to 58 km/h.

They have very beautiful eyes of light green color. The coat is medium length, thick and shiny, silky to the touch. Main colors: silver, bronze and smoke. Mau love outdoor games, get along well in a large family and can become a friend to a lonely person.

York chocolate

Semi-longhaired cats have a characteristic brown or light chocolate color. They have a long body with a round head, long and thin legs. Playful, curious and affectionate cats, they love to frolic with children and explore new places, and have the habits of a hunter. They do not show aggression and are able to get along with other animals.

California radiant

Outwardly they resemble a wild cat. The hallmark of the breed is the leopard color - dark spots against a background of yellow or silver shade of fur. The animal's coat is soft and short. Animals are non-conflict, calm and accommodating.

Canadian Sphynx

Sphynxes have an elegant body with smooth lines, a wedge-shaped head with a powerful jaw, wide-set large ears, a long tail, which is almost always curled into a donut and pressed to the body. Maximum weight - 6 kg. There is no fur, but soft fluff may appear on the body. A mandatory feature is folds on the forehead, neck and paws. All types of colors are acceptable. Loving pets with a golden character, they never show aggression.

The Canadian Sphynx is the smartest cat breed.

Cymric

Cymriks are completely tailless, with a short stub instead of a tail, with a short tail in creases and knots, with a regular tail, which is docked at birth. The coat can be long or medium with a thick undercoat. Any color is acceptable, with the exception of lilac, Siamese or chocolate.

A strong attachment to the owner, a good memory and an obedient character makes a cat similar to a dog.

Korat

Graceful cat on high paws. A heart-shaped muzzle with a hump, medium-sized ears, large green eyes. The breed's signature feature is its glossy, smooth, thundercloud-colored coat with slightly lightened tips. Korat highly values attention and affection in his direction, and can show jealousy.

Cornish Rex

These cats have gained popularity due to their curly, silky coat. They have large ears and a thin, movable tail. Maximum weight - no more than 5 kg. They are very energetic, inquisitive, and tend to perceive all movements as a game. They require constant attention from the owner.

Kurilian Bobtail

Large breed of cats, weighing up to 15 kg. The body is muscular with an arched back. The tail is short, consisting of one or more knots. The coat is of medium length with abundant guard hair. The breed is characterized by intelligence and tact; they do not like to be held, but enjoy chasing toys.

Lykoi

Quite often they are called “werecats”, as they can frighten with their appearance.

The physique is correct, weight is average, muscles and limbs are well developed. The head is small with large ears and large round yellow eyes. The coat is gray-gray in color, elongated in some places. They are very kind, devoted to their owner, and easily find a common language with large animals. They treat small animals like hunters.

Munchkin

They are called "dachshund cats" because of their short legs.

It is very difficult to find identical Munchkins; they are all completely different both in appearance and in character. They have a proportional body with rounded contours. There are individuals with long or short hair. They are distinguished by curiosity, friendliness, playfulness and accuracy.

Mekong Bobtail

Short-tailed, color-point cat with short mink hair. The body is of medium size with proportional parts, the length of the tail does not exceed a third of the body. The ears are small, straight, and the eyes are predominantly blue. They are very curious and always try to be close to their owner.

They are distinguished by dog-like behavior, they can walk on a leash, bring toys in their teeth, and in case of danger they would rather bite than scratch.

Manx tailless

Tailless cats are medium-sized with a short back, sunken sides and raised hindquarters. The hind legs are longer than the front legs, so they walk like rabbits. The head is small, round, tassels on the ears are acceptable, the eyes are large and round, their color matches the coat. The coat is long or short with a thick undercoat. They easily adapt when the environment changes and are equally attached to all household members.

Maine Coon

Graceful cats of a large breed, weighing from 5 to 12 kg. They are proportionally built, strong and agile. The coat is dense, lengthening along the back, sides and belly, and has a thin and soft undercoat. Common colors: chocolate and brown. These are cats with big loving hearts, calm and loyal.

They love water and can shower with their owner.

Minskin

The breed is characterized by very short legs. Weight does not exceed 3.5 kg. The body is smooth and graceful, large ears create a contrast with the relatively small head, the muzzle is slightly dog-like. The eyes are large, yellow or blue. These cats are short-haired, with furry points prominent on the ears, paws and head. The remaining areas are covered with rare cashmere wool. Any colors are acceptable. Minskins are playful, nimble, intelligent and quick-witted. They do not tolerate loneliness well.

Neva Masquerade

The color on the face resembles a mask, hence the name. A popular color is a light body with dark spots on the paws, muzzle, ears and tail. The eyes are bright blue. Average weight - 6-9 kg. The body is muscular, proportionally built. The medium-length coat with a double undercoat has water-repellent properties. Gentle and balanced cats. They love walks outside and active games simulating hunting.

Nibelung

A medium-sized cat with soft and smooth blue fur with silver tipping and a dense undercoat. The animal's muscles are toned, its legs are slender and resilient, its head is small with large pointed ears, its eyes are large amber or bright green. Their character is calm, they are affectionate with people and cannot stand loneliness.

Norwegian

A muscular cat with long limbs. The main feature of the breed is its shaggy, water-repellent coat of medium length with a thick, prominent “beard” and “pants.” They are obedient, tolerant of children and dogs, and very attached to their owner.

Oriental

The animals have a slender, flexible body and short hair. They have large ears and expressive almond-shaped eyes. The most popular shades of wool are blue, chestnut, white and ivory, but there are about 300 variations in total. The Oriental has a tough temper and gets irritated by inattention. A very curious and talkative breed.

Ojos Azules

Refined, medium-sized animals with blue eyes. The coat is short, fine and silky with a moderately developed undercoat. Any color options are acceptable. In multi-colored representatives, the tip of the tail should always be white. They are distinguished by their developed intelligence and are capable of learning. They cannot tolerate long separation from their owner and hyperactive children.

Ocicat

A muscular cat covered in spots, patterns and stripes. The coat is shiny, short and dense without undercoat with a characteristic ticked color. Very active, fearless and restless animals. Easy to train. They can't stand to be alone.

Persian

The long-haired breed has a medium-sized stocky body with a large head, short nose and small ears. The eyes are round and expressive, the color depends on the color of the coat. Persians are affectionate, calm and loyal like dogs.

Petersburg Sphinx

The main characteristics are a graceful elongated body, long flexible limbs, a whip-like tail, a long nose, a proud profile, and large almond-shaped eyes. They are miniature, their weight rarely reaches 5 kg. They can be born with or without fur. Popular colors are cream, chocolate, color point, lilac. The character is sociable and friendly. Cats are clean and curious.

Ragamuffin

They have a large, long body with well-developed muscles, long legs and tufts of hair between the toes. The head is wedge-shaped with a wide skull, large ears and prominent cheeks. The eyes are most often green or golden-green. The coat is thick and soft, of medium length and of any color. The animals have no hunting instincts at all; they are affectionate, kind, and easy to train.

Russian Blue

The breed's calling card is its short, thick, plush blue coat with a silver tint. Cats are distinguished by a beautiful graceful body and a narrow skull. Active and very friendly animals with the habits of a hunter. They tolerate loneliness calmly.

Ragdoll

Semi-long-haired breed with a strong body and well-developed muzzle, with a wide nose and prominent cheeks. The ears are tilted forward, the eyes are oval and bright blue. Beautiful coat that fits tightly to the body.

These cats are balanced and good-natured. They are marked as the calmest.

They are very touchy, they cannot be scolded and left alone for a long time, they can become depressed.

Savannah

An unrecognized breed that looks like a small cheetah.

The coat is short or medium, hard to the touch, with a soft undercoat. The most common colors are cinnamon, tabby, golden, chocolate, brown and silver. Savannah is the largest cat breed, weighing up to 15 kg. Smart, curious, freedom-loving and independent animals. Not recommended for families with small children.

Selkirk rex

The main difference is the presence of curly soft wool with a thick undercoat. There are short-haired and long-haired species, of any color. Cats have a strong, muscular body, a round skull and perpetually surprised, large, round eyes. Not aggressive, suitable for families with children. They are distinguished by curiosity, fearlessness, playfulness and devotion to one owner.

Serengeti

They have a muscular body, high strong legs, large ears and beautiful honey-colored eyes. The coat is short and pleasant to the touch, creating a shimmering effect from afar. The spotted color is usually oval black or smoky black. The Serengeti are cute, cheerful, active and curious. Loneliness is difficult to experience.

Siamese

Graceful animals with a flexible body, short hair and a characteristic color - point and seal-point; they can also be lilac, blue and chocolate. The muzzle is narrow, the ears are large and straight, the eyes are blue and oval in shape. Animals are smart, inquisitive, and prone to jealousy. A loving, sociable and active cat requires constant attention from its owner.

Siberian

Semi-longhaired cat of medium size, well developed physically. The animal is very fluffy, the coat is long or medium with a double undercoat. Quiet creatures that can overcome heights and long distances. They are very friendly and smart.

The Siberian cat is rightfully called the most affectionate breed.

Snow shu

A rare breed, the physique and appearance resembles a Siamese cat.

The color makes the animal unique - its paws seem to be shod in snow-white shoes.

Also characteristic are white spots on the nose and head, and large blue eyes. The physique is proportional. The coat is shiny and dense. Cats are playful, active and agile, and get along well with other pets.

Somali

The cat is of medium build with a slightly arched back and a slightly convex chest. Their coat is soft and has a double texture. Animals are intelligent and friendly and are not prone to aggression. They have the ability to adapt to the owner’s character and are very loyal.

Thai

A muscular cat with small paws and a round head. The muzzle is round, the nose is straight, the ears are wide at the base. The eyes are round and range from pale blue to bright blue. The coat is short, silky without undercoat. Common colors: seal point, blue point, red point, tabby and tortoiseshell. Affectionate and playful, they can follow commands. They do not tolerate loneliness well.

Toyger

The main feature is the brindle color. A physically developed body of medium size, a long and strong tail, a long muzzle with a wide nose, small ears and deep-set eyes. The coat is dense, soft and silky. The color is always two-tone with dark stripes and rosettes on a yellowish-bronze background. Very smart, loving and loyal animals.

Tonkinese

This is a medium-sized cat with a wedge-shaped head, a triangular muzzle, slanted almond-shaped eyes and large triangular-shaped ears. They are characterized by soft short hair with colors: point, mink, solid. Smart and easy to train, very friendly and loyal creatures. It is not easy for them to be separated from their owner.

Turkish Angora

An elegant cat with a narrow muzzle, long hair and a bushy tail. The nose is small, the eyes are large, oval in shape, the ears are large and set high. Almost any color is acceptable, but white cats are popular. Angoras are very active and intelligent. While playing, it can create a mess in the house.

Turkish van

The cat is large in size, with a predominant white color. They must have symmetrical red spots below the ears and red rings on the tail. Acceptable eye colors: copper, blue or different. The paw pads and nose are always pink. The coat is long, soft and silky. The color is red with white, cream or tortoiseshell. Trainable, energetic and friendly animals.

Ukrainian Levkoy

A small cat with well-developed muscles. The head is shaped like a pentagon, with pronounced cheekbones. The legs are strong with graceful paws. Ears can be curved or straight. There are hairless lefties and those with a full coat of any color. They are playful like a dog and prefer active games with their owner. They are very patient and loving.

Ural rex

A well-developed and athletic cat of medium size with a proportional body. The main feature is a wavy coat of short or medium length. All colors are recognized, with any amount of white allowed. The only exceptions are chocolate, cinnamon, tabby, ticked tabby and bicolor. Loving and sociable cats. They may show jealousy.

Foreign white

Graceful short-haired white cat with blue eyes. Tight, with a long neck, a triangular muzzle and almond-shaped eyes. These cats are true intellectuals and are able to find a common language with any other animal. They can spend hours on end with children, while remaining freedom-loving and independent. They have a loud voice.

Chausie

An unrecognized breed of large size (5-10 kg), with an elongated, well-developed body and flexible, slender limbs. Tassels on the ears are a must-have detail. There are individuals in 3 color variations: ticked tabby, black and ticked silver. The coat is dense and thick. Their temperament is flexible, they are sociable and affectionate, playful and active.

Chantilly Tiffany

The advantage of the breed is its luxurious coat. The coat is soft, medium length, without undercoat. The breed is characterized by tabby and solid colors, brown, lilac or blue, shades of fawn and cinnamon. The body is strong, the muzzle is wide, the ears are small, the tail is fluffy, the eyes are oval yellow or amber. Animals are patient with children, calm and balanced. Favorite pastimes are playing with balls and toy mice.

Chinchilla

Cats with a soft character and bright appearance are distinguished by their beautiful arctic fox coat and expressive green eyes. Color with a tipping effect darkens ⅛ of the coat. There are golden, cream and silver individuals. The coat is thin with long hairs and a glossy sheen, the undercoat is white. Very sociable animals, they love noisy companies.

Scottish Fold (Scottish Fold)

Small cats with a snub nose, round large eyes and small drooping ears. There are a large number of acceptable coat colors. These are obedient and devoted cats that require constant attention from the owner. The breed does not have hyperactivity, and even a dog can brighten up its loneliness.

Scottish Straight (Scottish Straight)

They are often confused with the British. The Scots have a graceful long body, a rounded head, and a characteristic letter “M” on the forehead. Weight varies from 3.5 to 5 kg. There are short-haired and long-haired Straits, all of them have a pronounced undercoat. They are very independent and have a calm nature.

Exotic

Distinctive features are a stocky body with thick squat paws, a thick tail and large eyes. The coat is short, velvety, like that of a plush toy, with a well-developed undercoat. They have a quiet voice and a subtle nature. Very loyal and affectionate animals that suffer from loneliness.

Shorthaired exotics are the kindest cats.

Japanese Bobtail

The breed is medium-sized, slender with an elongated body and physically developed muscles, the limbs are long and strong. The tail is short, vertical, about 7 cm long, and may or may not be movable. The head is triangular with neat curves and large eyes. The coat is short and dense, without undercoat, most often tortoiseshell and white. Very smart and active, they do not like to be left alone. Ideal for living in city apartments.