The American Shorthair

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Registered as the American Shorthair in 1966; previously known as the Shorthair or Domestic Shorthair. Probably the original "American" cat, possibly arriving on the Mayflower where they earned their passage as "ratters" It has a short, thick coat developed because of their penchant for the outdoors. A muscular body, round face, medium ears, and eyes whose color depend on the color of its coat. Low maintenance. Long life spans (15-20 years).

• BREED TYPE: Natural

• BODY TYPE: Cobby

• COAT TYPE: Shorthair

• SIZE: Medium to large (8 to 15 pounds)

• TEMPERAMENT: Gentle and playful. Good with children. Undemanding.

• COLORS: Solid(self): Black, white. Tabby: red classic, brown classic, cream classic, silver classic, brown patched, red/white van, cream mackerel, blue mackerel. Calico dilute. Tortie: blue-cream. Shaded: chocolate and silver.

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