Korat ~ Blue
Korat
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Korat ~ Blue
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Korat
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| This independent gray cat brings good luck. This natural breed originated in Thailand, where it was first established in the 14th century. It is named after a province in Thailand, where it is considered a bearer of good luck. In fact, its original name, Si-sawat, means culture and prosperity. In The Cat Book of Poems of the Ayutthaya kingdom (1350-1767), this cat is said to have "eyes that shine like dewdrops on a lotus leaf." Specimens were imported and shown in Great Britain in the late 19th century, but without success, since they were seen simply as Siamese cats with blue coats. American breeder Jean Johnson began breeding Korats in 1959. The breed was recognized by the C.F.A. in 1966 and by T.I.C.A. in 1969. Upon its arrival in Europe in 1972, the Korat was approved by the F.I.Fe. Well-known in the United States, the breed is quite uncommon in Europe. |
| Intelligent and active. Soft-spoken. Receptive to human overtures. Sense of responsibility to family. The Korat 9pronounced koh-raht0 has a strong sense of time and place. Original imports retain a sweetness not always inherited in Western breeding. Not especially vocal. |
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Head
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When viewed from the front, or looking down from just back of the head, the head is heartshaped with breadth between and across the eyes. The eyebrow ridges form the upper curves of the heart, and the sides of the face gently curve down to the chin to complete the heartshape. Undesirable: any pinch or narrowness, especially between or across the eyes. |
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Eyes
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Large, round, well-spaced, slightly slanted. Preferably luminous green in color. Amber eyes are accepted, especially in young cats. Actually, the final color is not attained before the age of two. Eyebrows form two broad curves above the eyes. |
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Ears
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Large, with a rounded tip and large flare at base, set high on head, giving an alert expression. Inside ears sparsely furnished. Hairs on outside of ears extremely short and close. |
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Neck
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Medium-sized, long. |
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Body
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Semi-cobby, neither compact nor svelte. The torso is distinctive. Broad chested with good space between forelegs. Muscular, supple, with a feeling of hard coiled spring power and unexpected weight. Back is carried in a curve. The males tend to be larger than females. |
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Paw
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Hind legs slightly longer than forelegs. Medium to heavy bone structure. Oval paws |
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Tail
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Medium in length, heavier at the base, tapering to a rounded tip. Non-visible kink permitted. |
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Coat
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Short, fine, lustrous, dense hair. Simple coat (no undercoat) tending to stand erect on the spine when the cat is in motion. Even, silver blue color. The tip of the hair is silver, making the coat appear frosted. The nose leather is dark blue-gray. Paw pads dark blue to pinkish lavender. |
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Fault
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Narrow head. Small, closely spaced eyes. Yellow eyes. Nose too long or too short. Pinched chin. Disqualify: any color other than blue. White markings. |
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Disqualify
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Visible kink. Incorrect number of toes. White spot or locket. Any color but silver-tipped blue |
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Character
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The Korat is lively, active, very agile and playful but does not like agitation or noise. He needs a tranquil environment. Korats are not very friendly toward other cats and are reserved toward strangers. Gentle, very affectionate, and hypersensitive, they are highly attached to their owner. They need lots of love and attention. They have a melodious voice. They are easy to groom, as weekly brushing is sufficient. |
| Prone to upper respiratory viruses; routine vaccinations mandatory. Watch for shot reactions. Generally healthy. |
Korat ~ Blue