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160 C A T AL OG OF BREED S

TIFFANIE

THIS EASYGOING BREED MAKES AN IDEAL COMPANION FOR OWNERS OF ALL AGES

Place of origin UK Formerly called the Asian Longhair, this cat is often confused
Date of origin 1980s with an American breed that has been known variously as the
Breed registries GCCF Tiffany, Chantilly, or Chantilly/Tiffany (opposite). It first appeared
Weight range 8–14lb by chance as a longhaired variant of the Burmilla, a breed that
(3.5–6.5kg)
itself originated as a happy accident following an unplanned
Grooming
mating between a European Burmese (p.39) and a Persian
Chinchilla (p.140). The Tiffanie is a gentle, cuddly cat with a hint
Colors and patterns of mischief inherited from the Burmese side of its family. This
All solid and shaded colors;
tabby and tortie patterns. cat is good at amusing itself with its own games, but is pleased
if a human wants to join in. Sensitive and intelligent, the Tiffanie
is said to be highly responsive to the moods of its owner. Yellow-green eyes
set well apart
Broad, wedge- Fairly large,
shaped head wide-based ears
Medium-long,
silky coat
darkens toward
base of tail

Thick ruff
around neck

Compact body
with straight,
muscular back

Blue-tipped
silver coat

Strong,
medium-
Long, length legs
plumed tail

Oval paws