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HIMALAYAN

THIS CAT HAS SHOW-STOPPING LOOKS AND A PEACEFUL TEMPERAMENT

Round face
Place of origin US Known as the Persian—Colorpoint in the UK, the with broad skull
Date of origin 1930s Himalayan is the result of more than a decade of breeding
Breed registries CFA, FIFe, programs aimed at producing a longhair with Siamese
GCCF, TICA
markings. Round-faced and snub-nosed, with large eyes,
Weight range 8–15lb (3.5–7kg)
a short, sturdy body, and long, lush fur, the Himalayan
Grooming
has all the typical Persian characteristics. It is a cat that
loves to be loved, although as a companion it is quiet and
Colors and patterns undemanding. Daily grooming is a must for this breed,
Solid, colored, and tortie and
lynx patterned points. because the dense, double coat is inclined to mat
without regular attention.
Short, snub
Face mask of
contrasting nose with
seal color pronounced stop
between eyes
Broad,
stocky body
Seal point
coat
Large, round paws
with long tufts
between toes

Long, thick Small ears with
ivory-colored coat rounded tips
over entire body
Large blue eyes

Short, brushlike tail
with seal pointing
Deep ruff