Theme # 11 : Longhair Cats (original) (raw)

Theme # 11 : Longhair Cats

| New theme time! This theme will be breeds of longhair domestic cats. There are 17 options, so please skim through and familiarize yourself with the options.Vote on everyone who !needs votes.Fill out your application.Tag your application with !needs votes and [longhair cat theme].Application Stamps & InformationAmerican Bobtailmedium - minor grooming - moderate energy - United StatesThe American Bobtail is a short-tailed cat, with a medium to large frame. Its tail should be clearly visible above the back when the cat is alert, not exceeding the hock in length. The American Bobtail is an excellent example of breed development through natural selection -- a completely domestic cat with no wild strains in its background. Affectionate and gentle, this young American Bobtail will soon capture your heart.American Curlmedium - moderate grooming - low energy - United StatesThe American Curl gained CFA acceptance and has purred its way into the hearts of judges and cat lovers all in a short time. The American Curl originated in June 1981, when a spontaneous genetic mutation produced the breed's signature backward-curling ears. By 1986, two of the largest cat registries recognized the breed. This whimsical feline can be found in longhair and shorthair varieties and a rainbow of patterns and colors. American Longhairmedium - more grooming - moderate energy - United StatesThe American Longhair is the result of an experiment that went wrong. Breeders were trying to produce an American Shorthair with the shimmering coat and green eyes of a silver shaded Persian: instead they got the Persian in a shorter coat and leaner body. They have soft, quiet voices, and while they are generally more active than Persians, they remain self-contained and easygoing pets.Balinesemedium - more grooming - low energy - United StatesThe Balinese gets its name from its sinuous flowing movement, which reminded early breeders of Balinese dancers. The Balinese's oriental body type, with a long, tubular body and a wedge-shaped head, is softened by the semi-long coat that graces its body. The Balinese head type is the same as the Siamese and includes a flat profile and flared ears. Traditional colors are seal, chocolate, blue and lilac points. The rascally long-haired version of Siamese is not only beautiful, but extremely intelligent and affectionate as well. Wondeful with both children and other pets, Balinese cats just seem to make friends with everyone.Birmanmedium - more grooming - low energy - BurmaAlso known as the "Sacred Cat of Burma," Birmans are colorpoint cats, meaning they have a darker color on their tail, legs, ears and face, much like the Siamese or the Himalayan division of the Persian. In the cat-show world, the white front paws are referred to as gloves and the back paws as socks. Terms most frequently used to describe Birman cats are gentle, polite, affectionate, and outgoing. Cymricmedium - moderate grooming - low energy - Isle of ManThe Cymric is a muscular, compact, medium to large cat with a sturdy bone structure. In the breed of Cymrics, four different tail types are produced. The "rumpy" is the most valuable. This is a cat born entirely tailless. Instead, rumpies often have a dimple at the base of the spine where the tail would be. Next, there are "rumpy-risers." These cats have a short knob of tail that is made up of one to three vertebrae connected to the spine. "Stumpies" have a short tail stump that is usually curved, knotted, or kinked. Finally, "longies" have tails almost as long as an ordinary cat’s. Cymrics are intelligent, fun-loving cats, and they get along well with other pets, including dogs. Cymrics are very loyal to their humans and enjoy spending quality time with them. As cats go, they can be easily taught tricks. Despite their playful temperament, they are gentle and nonaggressive.**Himalayan (Colorpoint Persian)**medium - most grooming - moderate energy - United Kingdom Depending on the association, the Himalayan may be considered a separate breed or a color pattern of the Persian breed. The Himalayan was originally developed from crosses between Siamese and Persians in an effort to transfer the pointed pattern to the Persian type. The Himilayan should have the massive build and flowing coat of the Persian no matter how it is registered. A wide range of point colors are accepted, including seal, chocolate, blue, lilac, red, cream and the combinations of parti-color points and tabby (called lynx) points. Himalayans have the Persian's gentle, easygoing personality with an extra spark. Javanesemedium - more grooming - low energy - United States?Take one Balinese, dip it in the colors of the rainbow and you have a Javanese. The Javanese is everything that is Balinese, and then some. This breed appears in the lynx point and tortie point patterns, as well as red and cream point colors. The Javanese loves to show off with spectacular performances of acrobatic skillsMaine Coonlarge - moderate grooming - active - United StatesThe Maine Coon is one of the most popular breeds at show tables. This shaggy feline shares its affection with the entire family, but elects a single person as its beloved owner. The Maine Coon sports four color classes: solid, tabby, tabby with white and parti-color. Patterns include the classic tabby, the mackerel tabby and the patched tabby. The Maine Coon is the second most popular breed in America and has earned the nickname, "The Gentle Giant."Norwegian Forest Catlarge - moderate grooming - active - NorwayThe Norwegian Forest traces its ancient origins to Norway and has been tagged as a skilled hunter, intelligent, attentive and cautious. Nicknamed "Wegies," these cats sport a thick, heavy coat, almond-shaped eyes and sweet expressions. The Norwegian Forest cat displays almost all colors and patterns. Extremely intelligent and alert, these classy cats will demand petting, head-bumps and chin rubs.Persianmedium - most grooming - low energy - Greater IranThe impressive Persian is a massively built cat clothed in a long, flowing coat. Short, heavily boned legs support the Persian's boxy body. The cat's head should be round, with large, round eyes and a short, snub nose. A sweet expression promises the easygoing personality for which the Persian is popular. Such a wide variety of colors are accepted in the Persian breed that they are divided for competition into seven categories: solids, silver/golden, smoke/shaded, tabby, parti-color, bicolor and Himalayan. It is important to remember that this breed requires daily grooming.Ragamuffinlarge - moderate grooming - moderate energy - United StatesRagamuffins are a muscular, heavy breed of cat not reaching full maturity until approximately four years of age. Ragamuffins are bred to be sociable, intelligent, affectionate, cuddly companions that are playful throughout their lives. The only extreme allowed in this breed is the very docile nature. The Ragamuffin loves people and is very cuddly and affectionate, with a tendency to go limp when held. While not terribly athletic, they love playing and climbing scratching posts. They greet family members at the door and will follow their people around the house. Because of their gentle nature, Ragamuffins are generally kept indoors for their own protection. They tend to be very vocal at times and are very lovable. However, ragamuffins have quite variable mood swings, causing some to be extremely grouchy at random parts of the day.Ragdolllarge - most grooming - low energy - United StatesThe Ragdoll earns its name from its habit of relaxing to the point of utter limpness in one's arms. The Ragdoll's light-colored body has darker Siamese-type points on the face, legs, tail and ears. Remember, the Ragdoll is a strictly indoor cat; due to its extremely docile nature, it may often lack the ability to defend itself. Siberianmedium - moderate grooming - active - RussiaLiving with a cat is quite pleasurable, but living with a Siberian cat is a rewarding, life-changing experience. A confident, problem-solving house clown, the Siberian can be your best friend. This breed is medium-large, with the overall appearance of great physical condition, strength and alertness, modified by endearing facial expressions. The Siberian is a natural breed and comes in all colors, from colorpoints to brown mackerel tabby. If you share your home with a Siberian, you will never be alone. Somalimedium - moderate grooming - low energy - United StatesThough its name would indicate an origin in Somalia, the Somali first appeared in the United States. However, it was named Somali because it derived from an Abyssinian. Despite its medium-length coat, it does not tolerate the cold. The CFA recognizes the Somali in four colors; ruddy, red, blue and fawn. Light and quick on its paws, the Somali is swift as a fox and every bit as intelligent.Turkish Angoramedium - more grooming - low energy - TurkeyThe long coat of the Turkish Angora is like no other coat, with a sensuously silky, luxurious texture. Angoras are a fine-boned felines, and surpass many other breeds when it comes to playfulness and affection. They quickly form devoted attachments to their owners, lavishing adoration. Seasoned Turkish Angora owners realize that firmness with these cats is an important part of loving them.Turkish Vanmedium - more grooming - moderate energy - TurkeyThe Turkish Van traces its ancient origins to the region of Turkey's Lake Van. A natural breed, the Van sports a full, brush-like tail as soft as cashmere. The Van pattern is all-white with colored markings restricted primarily to the head and tail. The soft and silky Turkish Van has a natural attraction to water, along with a voracious appetite due to a high energy level. These little comedians love to climb, so don't be surprised to find your Turkish Van napping on a door top.Voting Cheat Sheets _Body ShapesOriental - Sleek, long and lanky with exaggerated ears, legs, and tails. - Balinese, JavaneseForeign – Athletic, long legs, slim, large ears, oval shaped eyes. - Somali, Turkish AngoraSemi-Foreign – Similar to foreign, but thicker, medium-boned. - American CurlSemi-Cobby – More rounded, stocky. - American Bobtail, American LonghairCobby – Short and compact, broad shoulders, round head. - Cymric, Persian, HimalyaianSubstantial – large cats that aren’t rounded or stocky. - Maine Coon, Birman, Norwegian Forest Cat, Ragdoll, Siberian, Turkish Van, RagamuffinEnergy Levelslow energy - American Curl, Balinese, Birman, Cymric, Javanese, Persian, Ragdoll, Somali, Turkish Angoramoderate energy - American Bobtail, American Longhair, Himalayan, Ragamuffin, Turkish Vanactive - Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest Cat, SiberianGrooming Needs_minor grooming - American Bobtailmoderate grooming - American Curl, Cymric, Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest Cat, Ragamuffin, Siberian, Somalimore grooming - American Longhair, Balinese, Birman, Javanese, Turkish Angora, Turkish Vanmost grooming - Himalayan, Persian, RagdollTags:*theme, *theme: longhair catsMood:excited | | | 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