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L ONGHAIRS 157

BALINESE–JAVANESE

THIS CONFIDENT AND ATTENTION-SEEKING CAT DEMANDS A PLACE IN THE FAMILY

Place of origin US This enchanting cat is a development of the Balinese
Date of origin 1950s (opposite), the longhaired relation of the Siamese, with which
Breed registries CFA it shares an identical breed standard in terms of conformation
Weight range 6–11lb (2.5–5kg) and coat quality. The difference between the two is the range
Grooming
of additional colors and patterns in the Javanese, which were
acquired mostly through crosses with the Colorpoint Shorthair
Colors and patterns (p.58). Lithe and athletic despite its delicate appearance, the
Many point colors, Javanese has a strong character to match. An affectionate,
in lynx and
tortie patterns. communicative cat, it loves to follow its owner around—when
it is not prying into every nook and cranny of the house.
The silky coat does not mat and is relatively easy to groom.

Clear, vivid
blue eyes
Fine, silky, seal
patched-tabby point coat
Long, wedge-shaped
head with flat skull
Long, thin,
plumed tail

Small, neat, Large, pointed
oval paws ears

Long, graceful, Shoulders
muscular body and hips are
same width

Slender,
elegant neck

Ivory coat
with seal tortie
pointing

Long, slim-boned,
legs with oval paws