Soft hair, panther grace, huge yellow eyes and rounded ears. Imagine how a charming cat moves silently. As she looks at the owner with huge eyes. And her hair is just silk, which I want to touch again and again.
This is an asian cat. Beauty, which will be discussed in the article.
Origin history
Although the representatives of the breed are called Asian, animals have no relation to this part of the world.
It all started in the UK. Breeders decided to create a cat. To be beautiful, affectionate and with a glossy coat. Thought, thought and decided to cross the Persian cat with the Burmese. The resulting mestizos were called, for some reason, Asian.
Over time, in order to achieve a perfect even color, breeders-breeders abandoned the Persian chinchilla. The blood of these cats gradually left the "Asians".
Oh yes, they completely forgot to say when the first litter of Asian cats was received. This event occurred at the end of the 20th century, in the 80s. The breed standard was approved in the 90s.
Description
What is an Asian beauty?
- The breed representatives have a good, strong skeleton.
- The animals are quite large.
- The body is elongated and muscular.
- The head is round, the forehead is wide.
- The transition from the forehead to the muzzle is practically not noticeable.
- The Asian cat is given special charm by its eyes. Huge, amber or yellow.
- The cheekbones and chin line are very pronounced.
- Ears set high, rounded at the tips.
- The chest is developed, but not pronounced.
- The limbs are muscular, of medium length.
- The tail is slightly thick, long, tapering at the end.
- Color can be any, monophonic.
- The coat is short or semi-long. Glossy, tight to the body.
Leopard color
While the English breeders were working on the breeding of an unusual cat, in New Zealand there was its own selection. Only instead of the "Persians", the Abyssinian cat formed the basis of the breed. As a result, we got kittens very similar to the Asian breed. Their color was unusual - spotted. Asian leopard cat is a rarity. She entered the pedigree group, but is valued lower than cats of uniform color. Although it looks more attractive.
Temminka
Under this cute name is a cat. Very unusual color, and not at all related to the breed group of "Asians". Although this individual is Asian. Only wild.
Asian golden cat - this is how it is called in the homeland. Not related to pets. Large - up to one meter long, weighs 15-17 kilograms.
Has a shy disposition. Basically, an Asian golden cat can be seen at night. If she does not run away, noticing the person.
It feeds on hares and mice. Unfortunately, this animal is methodically exterminated. Its meat is considered a Chinese delicacy.
Haze
A smoky Asian cat is a domestic cat. This is a subspecies of the breed. After the breeders obtained "Asians" with an even color, the breed was slightly divided. Smoky cats are its second branch, not recognized in some countries. The cat is very beautiful: the main color is light brown, and the muzzle, legs and tail are darker. The character is no different from their "brothers" of even color.
Character
An Asian cat is loved for her temper. This is a very gentle and affectionate animal that quickly begins to grow weak without affection. "Asians" can not stand long loneliness. Therefore, if the owners are constantly not at home, it is better to purchase two same-sex cats. They will be more fun with each other.
Representatives of the breed apply equally to all members of the family. They don’t single out one owner, they love everyone and everything. Get along well with children, in games with them - the first in line.
Very talkative cat. She is able to sit on a man’s lap, “dying” with his paws and talking in her cat’s tongue. It has a charming, chesty voice. Low but velvet.
It will not be imposed if it sees that people are not up to it. However, without due attention, he begins to glance at the owners with reproach. Like, they completely forgot about me. It is able to remind of itself by poking a person with its nose or delicately touching its paw. If there is no reaction even after this, then the Asian cat will step aside and go about its business.
Getting along with other pets. By virtue of its delicate nature, it does not conflict with them. But she can give a rebuff, especially to the dog, when she starts to lead the cat.
Care Features
They consist in properly caring for the coat. The pet needs to be combed out twice a week. This is short-haired, and "long" - more often. To care for short hair, you need a comb with thin teeth. In order to comb out semi-long wool, you need a brush with strong and frequent teeth.
A pet does not need to be washed, at least often. Enough two to three times a year.
Food
How to feed an Asian cat? Buy your favorite super-premium pet food. And pay attention to the mark "holistic" or "straight". This is the best dry food, perfectly balanced for constant nutrition of the cat.
If this is not possible, feed dry, expensive food, pay attention to natural food. The basis of the diet is lean meat. Chicken, turkey or beef. Respect our heroines and boiled fish. Only without bones, please, and without spices.
Garnish for meat and fish are vegetables or cereals. Asians do not really want to be friends with dairy products. These are meat-eaters, the more meat in the diet, the better for them.
Where to buy a kitten?
As we said, an Asian cat is not common in Russia. Nevertheless, in the country there are nurseries that breed this breed.
In order to get a baby, you need to contact the breeder in advance and find out when the nearest litter is expected. The fact is that cats of this breed are rare in Russia. And the litter, which is already available, can be completely painted. Usually, this is done: kittens are reserved in advance.
After you learn about the plans for the birth of kittens, ask if you can see the parents live. Breeders invite potential owners to visit, get acquainted with cats. There is nothing wrong with that, quite the contrary. A reputable nursery has nothing to hide.
Have you visited the nursery, and were satisfied? Now we begin to prepare for the acquisition of a kitten. What you need to buy for the future pet - will tell the breeder.
By the way, about the price of an Asian cat: focus on the amount of 250-500 euros. Abroad, this is the average cost of a good, thoroughbred baby.
What is needed for him?
First of all, buy a kitten’s house and a scratching post. Take it immediately "for growth" - you will not be mistaken.
The second point is the cat tray and the filler. Buy a large tray so that you don’t have to change it when the pet grows up. As for the filler, consult with the breeder about which is better to take.
Bowls for water and feed. You can buy the simplest plastic, or you can take heavy ceramic. Take food according to the orientation of the breeder. What he advises, so feed the baby at first.
Toys for a kitten is a pleasant additional application to the most necessary.
Conclusion
So we talked about an Asian cat. This beauty is worthy of attention from the Russians. The cat has not only a beautiful exterior, but also a wonderful character. Suitable for families with children or for single elderly people. Get along with a dog, other cats and rodents.
The only moment: if the owner is regularly not at home and there is no one to pay attention to the pet, it is better to look at another breed. An Asian cat needs affection and communication with a person.