Today there are a huge number of cat breeds, and often pet lovers face a difficult choice, but what kind of pet to get? This article will describe the British cat Highlander.
Historical reference
English lovers of furry handsome men have decided to breed a new breed that will have similar characteristics with wild lynxes. Interestingly, the cross was made pure, without the use of hybrids. To get cats with the necessary exterior, people chose the basis among pets that possessed the right coat color. Actually, a lynx or other representative of the wild world did not participate in this work.
Initially, new animals were called Link Highland, which can be translated as "mountain lynx." The name was chosen due to the external features of cats.
Description of appearance
You can distinguish a cat haylander by the following special characteristics:
- the tips of the ears are bent;
- the body is well developed, with clearly visible muscles;
- the head is medium in size and rounded;
- the coat can be either long or short;
- most often there are representatives with a wild trot color.
For completeness, it is worth looking at the photo of the cat Highlander.
Character Features
As pets, representatives of this breed are an excellent choice. Cats have a friendly and peaceful character. If there are guests in the house, the pet will not hide from strangers, but will gladly go chatting with new arrivals. British lynxes do not like to vote, they try to express their opinion through gestures and touches. If the house already has an animal, then the cats will share their shelter without aggression with their neighbor. Due to the balanced nature, conflict situations are practically excluded. However, it is worth paying attention if there are rodents or birds in the apartment, no one canceled the instincts, and therefore, in order to avoid tragedy, owners need to look after the pets if they are in the same room.
The subtleties of care
Highlander cats are unpretentious in grooming, the main thing is to remember to regularly brush the coat, and periodically wash your pet. I will talk about nutrition a little later, while I want to remind you that, regardless of the chosen feeding, the animal needs vitamin and mineral complexes in the diet. Representatives of this breed have a good immune system, but this does not mean that the owner can forget about mandatory vaccinations.
It is especially worth noting that the pedigree features of the English handsome men suggest the presence of large territories for maintenance. Here, animals can, without prejudice to themselves and surrounding objects, spend the accumulated energy, which they have more than enough. Future owners should pay attention to this feature before purchasing a cat of the described breed.
How to feed and maintain?
If you are planning on acquiring a British cat, a Highlander, you should not forget that the pet will become a member of the family, which will need some attention. Before bringing a kitten into the house, you need to take care of the availability of places for feeding and a toilet. Bowls and a tray are best purchased in advance. The filler has special requirements; it must be of high quality. It is recommended to give preference to wood fillers, which perfectly neutralize unpleasant odors and reliably retain moisture.
Little kittens need toys and a sleeping place separately for humans. Often, accidents with young animals occur precisely because of people. When laying a pet near him, an adult can accidentally injure a kitten.
From an early age, it is recommended to raise a highlander cat, otherwise the animal may consider itself the most important thing in the house and will cease to pay attention to the prohibitions. The kitten in the new house is introduced to the order almost immediately. A fluffy baby must understand what can and cannot be done. As for punishments, it must go immediately after the misconduct, otherwise the animal simply will not understand its guilt.
This breed is large and does not complain about appetite. In feeding the British, you need to follow the developed standards, and do not let the pets overeat. Excess food leads to obesity, and as a result - to huge health problems.
When choosing dry feeds, preference should be given to brands of super-premium class, you can also diversify the menu with pastes and canned goods with the same marking. If natural feeding is chosen, then it is necessary to remember the additives of vitamin and mineral complexes and use meat products as a basis. The main rule that the owner of the cat Highlander must follow is not to mix feeding with natural products and dry mixes. If there is a need to change the diet, then it is done gradually. In addition to food, cats need drinking water, which must be clean, fresh and available around the clock.
How not to make a mistake with the choice?
A potential buyer should know that this breed is very rare and rare today, and therefore if you want to buy an animal that meets all standards, it is recommended to pay attention to the following aspects:
- Pedigree cats are purchased only from trusted breeders, and not by hand ads.
- When choosing a kitten, the closest attention is paid to behavioral characteristics. Sluggish and apathetic kittens are most likely to feel unwell, and aggressive behavior indicates improper work with the pet. It is best to refuse such animals.
- It is recommended to view photos of the Highland breed cats that the owner sets.
- Purebred animals are sold with passports, veterinary certificates, documents confirming the pedigree. The latter is necessary for the participation of the pet in exhibition events.