The Selkirk Rex Cat, a Naturally Curly Teddy Cat

Color The CFA accepts the Selkirk Rex cat in nearly every color of the feline palette, including pointed, bi-color and silver varieties. This breed competes in both long and shorthair divisions. While the kittens may be either curly or not, currently only the curly ones are accepted for show. All are excellent pets and well…

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The Scottish Fold cat, as Sweet as it is Cute

Color The CFA accepts the Scottish Fold cat in any and all genetically possible colors. The exception to this would be of those showing evidence of hybridization. These colors are chocolate, lavender, the Himalayan pattern, or a combination of these and white. Grooming The Scottish Fold comes in both long and shorthair varieties. Neither requires…

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The Russian Blue Cat, a Quiet and Caring Companion

Color The CFA accepts the Russian Blue Cat in only one color- Blue. The coat should be an even bright blue throughout. Lighter shades of blue are preferred. The CFA breed standard includes the following notations: “Guard hairs distinctly silver-tipped giving the cat a silvery sheen or lustrous appearance. A definite contrast should be noted…

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The Ragdoll Cat, a Big, Beautiful Bundle of Love

Color The Ragdoll cat is accepted by the CFA in bi-color and van patterns, mitted and colorpoints for showing in the full array of color combinations. Grooming The Ragdoll’s semi long coat is plush and silky, and requires minimal grooming to keep it looking its best. Although the Ragdoll’s fur does not mat, experts advise…

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The RagaMuffin Cat, a Big, Cuddly Bundle of Love

Color The CFA accepts the RagaMuffin cat in every color and pattern, with or without white, except pointed colors. Eyes may be any color. This breed is considered by the CFA to be “Provisional”. Provisional competition is for those breeds which have not yet achieved championship status. This class is the next-to-last step before a…

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The Persian Cat, Sweet Tempered and Beautiful

Color The CFA accepts the Persian cat in seven divisions: solid color, silver and golden, shaded and smoke, tabby, parti-color, bicolor and Himalayan. Grooming This cat’s luxurious coat does not react well to neglect. It can mat and will tangle easily if not properly groomed. Prospective Persian owners should be aware that this breed requires…

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The Oriental Cat, an Elegant, Athletic People Lover

Color The Oriental Cat generally shows in a solid color or tabby-patterned in a wide variety of colors. Approximately 300 various colors and patterns are recognized. This is true for both the shorthair and longhair varieties. The CFA allows Oriental Longhairs and Oriental Shorthairs to compete as divisions within a single breed. Longhair variety: Recently…

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The Ocicat, a “Spot On” Choice for Families

Color The Ocicat is a man made breed derived from a combination of Abyssinian, Siamese and the American Shorthair. Ocicats come in many colors and at least all those colors associated with the three foundation breeds: tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, blue silver, lavender silver, and fawn silver. Grooming…

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The Norwegian Forest Cat, Playful, Smart, and Beautiful

Color The Norwegian Forest Cat is accepted by the CFA in every color and pattern (with the exception of those showing hybridization resulting in chocolate, Himalayan patterns, lavender/lilac, or these combinations with white). The color and pattern should be clear and distinct. In the case of the spotted, classic and mackerel tabbies, the pattern should…

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