British color point: color standard
The British Color Point should be contrasting (in the color of the coat) and bright. The body is light, and the muzzle, ears, tail and paws are darkened and the boundaries are clearly defined. There should be no stains or residual patterns on the body.
Blue eyes of the British color point: photo
The eyes of British color point cats are blue or blue (the richer the better). Of all the British colors, only color points have eye color in only one tone in all color variations, this is due to genetics - the level of melanin is very low.
The British Point cat (Siamese) has a dense coat with a white undercoat.
What is the difference between straight and british
As a result of this crossing, 2 new cat breeds appeared: Scottish Fold - fold; and Scottish Straight - straight-eared.
Only the Straights have long been classified as British due to their external similarity and genetic relatedness. Until in 2004 the differences between the breeds were recognized and the Scottish Straight breed was officially registered.
Differences between breeds in the following indicators:
- Scots are lighter and slimmer;
- The British have a more “knocked down” skeleton;
- the childish expression of the face remains in the animal’s adulthood, unlike the British. This is due to the different structure of the skull and the position of the nose;
- The muzzle is more rounded in Scottish cats.
British color point cats: types of colors
British Color Points come in the following colors:
| classic color points | color-point bicolors |
| smoky color points | color-point tabby |
| color-pointed turtles | shaded and veiled color points |
Features of character and behavior
By taking a Scottish Straight into your home, you will forever forget that a cat can tear up wallpaper, ruin furniture, or rip a curtain off a curtain rod. Scottish Straight plays pranks, but on a very limited scale; after such a game, one would not dare to say that a hurricane swept through the house. Everything is orderly, peaceful, noble. The innate intelligence and delicacy of a cat does not allow it to play mischief, so it is difficult to see the cat on the table in search of tidbits. He will just wait for you to treat him yourself.
This is not to say that adult cats or kittens are hyperactive animals. They don't exercise much, so they may suffer from overeating. If you see that your cat has become even more rounded, it’s time to go on a diet or start actively walking. Innate curiosity makes this cat an attentive observer and even a hunter. Cats living in a private home can hunt successfully, bringing their prey to the owner for display.
This cat's patience is truly limitless and extends to all households, including noisy small dogs. Scottish Straight never makes a scandal, he just goes away and hides in a hard-to-reach place. And it’s unlikely that you’ll get him out of there until he wants to get out. These cats rarely speak, preferring other methods of attracting attention.
Scottish Straight loves all family members equally, not depriving anyone of attention. He has favorites, but the cat will not demonstrate this
She also does not need too close contact with her owner; the cat prefers to sleep next to her, and not on her lap or hands. The Scottish Straight is a very caring cat, and often makes the rounds of all family members in turn. From the outside, it looks like a visit from a caring family doctor: the Scottish straight-eared cat will definitely sniff you, touch you, let you pet him, and, making sure that everything is okay with you, will move on.
Kittens can be a little willful in nature, but they train well, easily accept the rules of the game and are able to get used to the tray and unpleasant grooming or bathing procedures in a short time.
Mutual respect, love and understanding will reign in your home with a Scottish Straight cat. You will listen with surprise and an incredulous smile to the reviews of colleagues and acquaintances about mischievous or harmful pets, remembering your ideal cat.
GENETICS OF COLOR
This color is a sign of incomplete albinism. The color is distributed throughout the body depending on the distribution of heat. The muzzle, tail, paws and ears are cooler in relation to the body, so they are dark.
The gene responsible for the Siamese color is cs. Under the influence of this gene, coat pigmentation occurs only in cold areas of the body. While in hot areas of the body this gene inhibits coloring and the penetration of pigment into the hairs.
At birth, Siamese kittens (like British color point kittens) are white in color, as they were warm inside their mother. Therefore, their final color appears from 6 to 10 months.
The cs gene is recessive and appears in kittens if both parents passed on this gene to it. That is, the parents may not have this color, but be carriers of this gene and produce point-colored offspring.
Care and maintenance of Scottish straight-eared cats
Caring for straights is easy. Once a week you need to comb the coat with a special comb to remove dead hair. The Scottish Longhair cat requires more careful care of its coat, so it needs to be brushed more often.
Necessary hygiene procedures include: wiping eyes, cleaning ears, teeth, trimming nails with tweezers or scissors. Bathing the pet is carried out as needed using cat shampoos.
Regarding the question of what to feed a Scottish Straight cat, veterinarians are unanimous on this issue: Scottish Straight cats have some special features of the digestive system, so feeding should be approached responsibly.
If natural food is a priority, then the pet’s diet should be enriched with proteins, vitamins and macroelements. The menu to feed the kitten should contain lean meat, offal, marine fish, fermented milk products (except milk), cereals, and vegetables.
Products containing large amounts of sugar, fat, and salt are prohibited, as they contribute to weight gain, decreased mobility and activity. The main requirement for a natural diet is that the daily dose of food must contain the required amount of calcium.
Food from your table is strictly contraindicated for your pet. Sausages, sausages, and semi-finished products can be dangerous to the health of the animal.
If you decide to feed your Scottish kitten with ready-made industrial food, then you should give preference to super premium products.
British cats, cats and kittens of color point color
British point kittens can only be born to parents (or carriers) of the color point color, and the gene for this color must be present on both sides.
British color point kittens are born almost white, and a little later after birth, point marks and darkening begin to appear on characteristic areas of the body.
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Breeding Himalayan cats
Himalayan cat
It is not easy to breed this breed yourself, so owners often turn to the cattery. To obtain purebred kittens, it is necessary that both parents have a good pedigree.
Be sure to read:
How many years do Persians live, how to extend life, interesting facts about the Persian cat
When choosing a partner, it is important to have:
- Vaccination passports.
- Documents confirming the purity of the pedigree.
For mating, the female is usually brought to the male for 1–2 days. After the birth of the kittens, the cat owner can take one of them or request an amount equivalent to its value.
At what age should a pet be given for its first mating?
A cat reaches sexual maturity at approximately 8–9 months. Once this date is reached, she can be given for breeding.
How often can a Himalayan cat give birth?
A representative of the Himalayan breed can give birth more than 3 times in a year, but it is recommended to breed her once a year so that the body has time to get stronger and recover.
Where to buy a Himalayan cat
Today you can buy a Himalayan cat in our country, for example, in the Stakhis cattery. He uses grand champion lines from the most famous nurseries in the USA: West Point, Demiara, Kitt-en-ket, Tesores, Desiderata, Twinshire.
There are also less significant and well-known nurseries, but they have received excellent offspring of Himalayans. Advertisements from such breeders can be found on the Internet in specialized forums.
When deciding to buy a kitten, it is important to check the seller and read reviews. Delivery from nurseries is possible to other cities.
What should you pay attention to?
To avoid getting an outbred kitten, it is better to purchase the animal from a nursery. There, the buyer will be provided with a full package of official documents, and, if necessary, given advice on keeping the kitten. When buying a Himalayan secondhand, you need to check the metrics and make sure there are no diseases.
Kitten price
The cost of a Himalayan kitten depends on the purity of origin, gender, and appearance. The purer the pedigree of a cat, the more expensive it is. The average price is 10,000-30,000 rubles. The pet class may be cheaper, but be sure to check the seller's reviews.
