The Himalayan cat is a cross between the Persian, from which it developed its physical characteristics, and the Siamese, from which it inherited the characteristic pattern. The combination of these two predecessors gives us a unique and elegant cat.
The origin appears in Sweden, in the 1930s, although the official breed standard that we know today was not set until the 1960s. Its name is due to the great resemblance with the Himalayan Rabbit.
Origin
- Europe
- United Kingdom
- Sweden
FIFe Rating
- Category I
Physical Characteristics
- Thick Tail
- Little ears
- Strong
Size
- Average
Average Weight
- 5-6
Life expectancy
- 10-15
Climate
- Cold
Hair type
- Long
Physical appearance of the Himalayan
As already mentioned, the Himalayan cat has the characteristics of the Siamese cat's coat, long hair and Persian countenance.There are those who refer to it as a Siamese with long hair although the reality is that it is a sub-race of the Persian.
They are medium sized and compact, hardy just like the Persians. The round head is framed by small separate ears which give prominence to the characteristic blue eyes. The face looks very flat due to her flat nose.
The coat of the Himalayan cat is soft and can vary slightly in tone, always adapting to the peak style offering shades of brown, blue, lilac, red, chocolate.
Character of the Himalayan
We can say that we are facing an intelligent and friendly cat. He is observant and has a great facility to learn. In addition, they are generally obedient pets that seek the affection of those who adopt them.
He doesn't usually meow like other cats and adapts perfectly to a small apartment.
In addition to the above, he is a loyal and calm friend who will enjoy the relaxing life at home with you. From time to time, he will like to exercise but will generally prefer the comfort of a good sofa.
Himalayan He alth
The most common diseases in Himalayan cats are:
- The formation of hairballs which can cause choking and intestinal obstruction.
- Ophthalmological alterations.
- Mandibular and facial alterations.
For the rest we are talking about common themes and present in all other breeds, for this reason, be sure to take him to the vet to receive his vaccinations and regular medical care and to feed him properly .
Himalayan Care
It is very important to pay attention to the hair of the Himalayan.He will have to receive a bath every 15 or 30 days; we recommend pairing it with a specific shampoo and conditioner. You should also brush his teeth daily to avoid nasty tangles. If you follow these tips, your Himalayan's coat will be beautiful and shiny.
Curiosities
- The Himalayan cat is a good hunter of prey and will not hesitate to come home with a gift.
Photos of Himalayan
