European
European ~ Cream Shaded Cameo Ma Tabby
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European
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European ~ Cream Shaded Cameo Ma Tabby
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| A commoner with a pedigree! The European Shorthair is the Continental European equivalent to the British Shorthair in Great Britain and the American Shorthair in the United States. The European Shorthair is derived from the common domestic cat (house cat or mixed breed cat) through selective breeding based on aesthetic criteria. In 1925, so-called "European" cats obtained their first standard. This breed, previously grouped with the British Shorthair, was approved by the F.I.Fe. In 1982. It is not recognized by Great Britain's G.C.C.F. |
| Friendly and outgoing. makes a good family pet. Territorial and intolerant of other cats. An able mouser, extremely active, enjoys roaming large, open spaces. Long life expectancy. |
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Head
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Fairly broad with rounded contours but a bit longer than it is wide. Slightly rounded skull and forehead. Well-developed cheeks, especially in males. Straight, moderately long nose with no stop and a clearly defined base. Rounded, firm chin. |
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Eyes
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Large. Alert. Set well apart. Top line slightly curved, with an oriental slant toward the nose. Lower line rounded. |
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Ears
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Medium in size. Set well apart. Slight forward tilt. Broad at the base. Slightly rounded tips. The outer line continues the shape of the upper face, except as that may not be possible in mature, full-cheeked males. |
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Neck
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Moderately long and muscular. |
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Body
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Medium length and size. Hard and muscular. Heavier than it looks. Chest strong and rounded in profile. Back straight from the shoulder to the rump. |
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Paw
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Moderately long, strong, solid, tapering evenly to the paws, which are round and firm. |
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Tail
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Moderately long, fairly thick at the base, tapering gradually to a rounded tip. |
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Coat
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Short, dense, close-lying, lustrous hair without undercoat. All colors except chocolate, lilac, and colorpoint. |
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Fault
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Body too large or too stout. Strong resemblance to British Shorthair and American Shorthair. Pendulous cheeks. Clear stop. Long, wooly fur. |
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Disqualify
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White patches. Noticeable numbers of white hairs. Visible tail kink. Excessive tabby markings. |
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Character
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The European Shorthair is a hardy, active, dynamic, playful cat. More easygoing in nature than the mixed breed cat, the European Shorthair is calmer and gentler. An affectionate, pleasant companion, he is highly adaptable. A good hunter, he likes being outdoors. He is easy to groom. Weekly brushing is quite sufficient, except during shedding. |