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30 C A T AL OG OF BREED S

KORAT

THIS ENCHANTING AND AFFECTIONATE CAT HAS A LONG AND PROUD HISTORY

Large ears
Place of origin Thailand Few cat breeds can truly be described as being of ancient origin, flare at base
Date of origin c.12th–16th but the Korat from Thailand is one of them. It appears in a book
century
titled The Cat Book Poems, which dates back to the Ayudhya
Breed registries CFA, FIFe, period (1350–1767), in what was then Siam. Long prized in its
GCCF, TICA
native country as a symbol of good fortune, the Korat was
Weight range 6–10lb
(2.5–4.5kg) virtually unknown in the West until the mid-20th century, when
Grooming a breeding pair was sent to the US. This graceful, silvery blue
cat makes a very special pet. Usually highly active, the Korat
has its peaceful moments too, and is gentle and
Colors and patterns
Blue only. affectionate with its owners. With heightened
senses, the breed is easily startled by loud
noises or abrupt handling.
Distinctive heart-
shaped head

Very large, round
green eyes
Oval paws

Lithe,
muscular body

Close-lying,
blue coat with
no undercoat
Nose leather
is heart shaped

Coat hairs
are silver tipped