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Himalayan Cat

The Himalayan cats are generally sweet, gentle, loyal, and a wonderful companion cat, but they are also very playful and funny, full of personality. It is a very popular and pretty cat. A Himalayan cat is actually a Persian cat and Himalayan cat bred together. After many years of cross breeding they were approved as accepted color variations of Persians. A Himalayan cat breed is available in variety of colors such as chocolate tortie point, cream point, lilac cream point, flame point, blue point, etc.

The overall built of Himalayan cat is stocky with short limbs and large round paws. Head is round and somewhat big and supported by a short neck. Ears are small, though eyes are big, bright and round, in varying shades of blue. Himalayan cats do require some special care. Their luxurious and thick fur must be groomed daily, to keep it from tangling and matting. You may also need to give your cat regular baths. In addition, regular grooming will help keep your beloved Himalayan cat from getting hair built up in their stomachs when they self groom.

The Himalayan cat breed also needs to eat the right kind of kitten food. Supplements may be necessary for the proper growth and abundance of its fur while kitten food that meets the demands of all kinds of kittens should be recommended by your veterinarian. To ensure that your beloved Himalayan cat stays healthy then you should always take him to the vet on an annual basis. With lots of love and a little attention to grooming, Himalayan cats can live as long as twenty years.

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