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112 C A T AL OG OF BREED S

MEKONG BOBTAIL

THIS LITTLE-KNOWN BREED HAS AN ATTRACTIVE SIAMESE-POINTED COAT

Place of origin Southeast Asia Named after the great Mekong River that flows through
Date of origin Pre-20th China, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, this short-tailed cat
century
occurs naturally over a wide area of Southeast Asia. The
Breed registries Other
Mekong Bobtail was developed as an experimental breed in
Weight range 8–13lb (3.5–6kg)
Russia and has been recognized by some authorities since
Grooming
2004, although worldwide it is not particularly well known. It is
a strongly built cat with the brilliant blue eyes and colorpointed
Colors and patterns coat of a Siamese. The Mekong Bobtail is active and agile, and is
Colorpoints as Siamese
(pp.54–7). good at jumping and climbing. It is said to be
a quiet breed with a friendly,
well-balanced personality. Prominent
cheekbones
Short, glossy coat
with minimal
undercoat

Medium, broad- Large, almond-shaped,
based ears bright blue eyes

Solidly built,
medium-size,
rectangular body

Short,
kinked tail

Legs slender
in comparison
with body

Hindlegs longer
than forelegs
Cream coat with
chocolate pointing
Oval paws