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MANDALAY

THIS GLOSSY-COATED BEAUTY WAS DEVELOPED FROM THE BURMESE CAT

Place of origin New Zealand In the 1980s two breeders in New Zealand discovered
Date of origin 1980s independently that accidental matings between Burmese cats (p.39)
Breed registries FIFe and domestic cats produced promising kittens. From these litters,
Weight range 8–14lb (3.5–6.5kg) they both went on to develop what is now known as the Mandalay,
Grooming
which has the same breed standard as the
Burmese but a greater variety of coat colors.
Colors and patterns Sleek, glossy, and golden eyed, this lovely cat
Many solid colors and is best known in its native country. The
patterns, including tabby
and tortoiseshell. Mandalay is very alert and active, and its lithe
frame is packed with muscle. It is warmly
affectionate toward its own family but
inclined to be cautious with strangers. Large amber
eyes slant
Tail tapers very toward nose
slightly to rounded tip
Strong,
round chest

Top of head
is slightly
rounded

Back level from
shoulders to rump

Wide jaw
and firm
chin

Short, black,
satiny coat

Neat, oval paws