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PersianLonghaired BreedThe most popular breed of cat in American since 1871Generally placid and gentleGood mothering abilityCoat must be brushed daily.

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Exotic shorthairedShorthaired BreedSolidly built and rounded.They resemble a Persian but the fur is short fur and easier to care forQuite, gentle, and placidCorrect nutrition need to keep coat shining

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American Shorthaired

Shorthaired BreedIntelligent and good natured getting along with even dogsMany colors, with the most striking and best-known color being the silver tabbyThick coat but easily keptEyes and ears are easily cleaned

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British ShorthairShorthaired BreedSweet, gentle nature with a quite undemanding voiceCalm, intelligent, readily responds to affectionCoat quite dense requiring regular groomingRange in colors but solid colors were preferred in the early daysBlue-gray was the most highly prized Photo from:

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Scottish FoldShorthaired BreedEars fold forward and downwardLoves humans and other petsShort, dense coat requires minimum brushingExcellent mothers and kittens are quite precociousFur color comes in a variety of patternsCleaning inside the ear folds is necessary

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birmanSemi Longhaired BreedLooks and acts like a Siamese, but comes in many colorsFur silkier but less dense than the PersianMatures early and make excellent caring mothersInquisitive but with an aloof appearance

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rAgdollSemi Longhaired BreedBred in America and is affectionate, loving, and relaxedLoves to play and be pettedThick coat does not form mats and is quite easy to groom

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Maine CoonSemi Longhaired BreedOne of the largest domestic breedsVery playful and amusingLong and flowing coat but rarely matsSlow to mature

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ABYSSISIANForeign Shorthaired BreedMyths claim that the cat is descended from cats worshipped by the ancient EgyptiansQuite, gentle, shy, and reservedMinimum grooming needsLarge ears must be kept clean

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burmeseForeign Shorthaired BreedHighly intelligent, active, and stronge-willedRounded head and solid buildShort, glossy soft coat requires little careLove to play and prefer their owners’ stay at home

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TonkineseForeign Shorthaired BreedHybrid of the Burmese and Siamese breedsFriendly, affectionate, and a strong sense of mischiefGood with other cats, dogs, and childrenRequires very little grooming but the removal of dead hair and buffing imparts a healthy sheen

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BengalForeign Shorthaired BreedFur texture is unique and feels like satin or silk with a glittering appearanceCooing or chirruping call is quite different from the ordinary domestic catSelf-assured and confidentAffectionate disposition and loving temperamentWell balanced diet and regular brushing needed

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Devon RexForeign Shorthaired BreedDemanding and craves human attentionEasily groomed with hand stroking and occasional combingSparse areas on the body indicates the cat needs extra warmthLarge ears need regular cleaningFur is somewhat wavy and the cat appears to have a quizzical expression Photo from:

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Russian BlueForeign Shorthaired BreedDelightful temperament, quite-voiced, and very affectionateDoes not like to be left alone and needs human or pet companyShort, thick double fur needing regular combingEars need constant cleaning

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Sphynx CatForeign Shorthaired BreedRare and unique breed that never needs brushingFine covering of hair on the ears, muzzle, feet, tail, and scrotumPeople-orientated but not fond of other catsDoes not like being held or strongly pettedOften stands with one foreleg raised and resist lying with its body touching the ground

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Egyptian Mau Foreign Shorthaired Breed Bred in the U.S.Only natural spotted breed of domestic catShy and attaches its affections to only 1 or 2 peopleRegular combing to remove dead hairActive and may be taught one or two tricks

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BombayForeign Shorthaired BreedCoat color is black onlyEven temperament and generally strong and healthyCalm, intelligent, readily responds to affectionCoat is easily groomed with regular mitt buffing

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SiameseOriental BreedCan be vocal to get attention and express their many moods.Lively and intelligentShort coat is easy to keepLarge ears need regular cleaningThe don’t like being left alone and do better in pairs or groups

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orientalOriental BreedIntelligent and very affectionateActive and playful and hates being aloneNaturally very clean catsShort, fine coats needing daily hand groomingPlenty of toys and a scratching post needed

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ocicatForeign Shorthaired BreedLoving, gentle, inquisitive and playfulThe hair is banded except at the tip of the tailWithin the markings each hair is tipped with darker colorCoat is easily groomed by gentle brushing - combing on a regular basis

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Cat Breed info.Resources for this presentation included the following:

• The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts www.aaceinc.org/index.html

• Kitten Pic – www.kittenpicz.com• The Illustrated Encyclopedia for Cat Breeds by

Angela Rixon

Feel free to add additional breeds to adapt this presentation to your location. There are several web sites available that gives particular breed descriptions as well as providing additional and helpful information.

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