The
Colorpoint shorthair is a medium sized cat with a slender body that is
particularly beautiful, elegant and refined. This cat is descended from the
Siamese with whom it has many similarities, so much so that it is sometimes
difficult to distinguish them. The Colorpoint shorthair is a perfect pet,
affectionate and cheerful who loves signs of affection.
Size:
medium
Weight: 2.5
kg to 5 kg
Coat :
short
Color: red,
cream, chocolate, blue or lilac
Life
expectancy: 12 years
Gestation
period: 63 to 68 days
Description
and characteristics of Colorpoint shorthair
The
Colorpoint shorthair is a cat with various special characteristics. First of
all, it has a very recognizable triangular head with two large ears above it.
His nose is long and straight and his almond shaped eyes are a typical light
blue. Secondly, the entire body of the Colorpoint shorthair is long and finely
muscled, from its neck to its legs (whose hind legs are a little higher than
those in front) through its tapering tail that ends in a point.
It is also
easily recognizable by its short, smooth and glossy hair, darker in color at
its extremities (ears, face, tips of legs and tail), hence its name
"colorpoint".
Origin
of Colorpoint shorthair
Originally
from the United States where it was created in the 1940s, the Colorpoint
shorthair is a cross between Siamese and shorthair cats, especially the
American Shorthair.
The
Colorpoint shorthair is a rare cat only recognized since 1964 by the Cat
Fanciers' Association (CFA), an American association which regroups the pedigrees
of purebred cats.
Character
and behavior of the Colorpoint shorthair - Who is it for?
The
Colorpoint shorthair is recognized for its great intelligence. Even if he is a
bit stubborn, with a minimum of training, he is able to learn many games.
He is a cat
who devotes a boundless passion to his masters. In return, the Colorpoint
shorthair demands as much affection from them. He needs owners who are very
present, who have time to devote to him and who are very attentive to him.
How to
take care of your Colorpoint shorthair: its needs
The
Colorpoint shorthair loves to climb, jump and play. As he is a rather indoor
cat, it is highly recommended to provide him with a cat tree in the house so
that he can exercise as much as he wants.
As far as
maintenance is concerned, the Colorpoint shorthair does not need any particular
attention because of its short hairs. One brushing per week is sufficient.
It is a cat
that particularly enjoys basking in the sun.
Feeding
the Colorpoint shorthair
It is
important to carefully monitor the feeding of Colorpoint shorthair as it tends
to swell easily. However, its thin body, even if it is muscular, cannot support
too heavy a load. Its food must be composed of a lot of protein to maintain its
musculature.
The
health of the Colorpoint shorthair
Although
Colorpoint shorthair is quite healthy, some individuals may have genetic
diseases, just like the Siamese, and therefore suffer from lung, liver or heart
disease.
Price of
a Colorpoint shorthair kitten
The price
of a Colorpoint shorthair kitten will depend on the sex, pedigree of the
parents, conformity to breed standards, etc.
Price of a
Colorpoint shorthair male: 900 to 1 100€.
Price of a
female Colorpoint shorthair : 900 to 1 100€.