All shades of Brown Spotted Tabby; mouse coat; reversed ticking; light Consider whether you have the time and patience for a cat who needs daily brushing. You should definitely pick upÂ. It’s important to wipe under their eyes each day with a cotton ball or soft cloth to help avoid black or brown smudges from forming. Introduce pets slowly and in controlled circumstances to ensure that they learn to get along together. Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes. Friendliness toward other household animals and friendliness toward humans are two completely different things. He has a firm, muscular body covered in short, smooth fur in a rich, warm reddish-brown.  Kittens and young adults may have the barest hint of tabby markings, which disappear as they mature. monitoring_string = "44e5bb901650ec61e9e0af1ff1bef5fe", See Cats with Low Potential for Playfulness. The Persian is a heavily boned, well-balanced cat with a sweet expression and soft, round lines. Medium to large inverted pear. Click here for more information on this characteristic. Deep set, one Belly hair longer. Large ears tilt forward. It’s a good idea to keep a Havana Brown as an indoor-only cat to protect him from diseases spread by other cats, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and the other dangers that face cats who go outdoors, such as being hit by a car. They have rather short legs, but this does not detract from a cat's powerful appearance. Although a playful kitten sounds endearing, consider how many games of chase the mouse-toy you want to play each day, and whether you have kids or other animals who can stand in as playmates. width, prominent, slightly higher than shoulder sloping downward to You will also be able to find extensive lists of Cats currently for sale in the UK from each profile page. slight outward tilt. He is happy to live with other cats and cat-friendly dogs, too, thanks to his amiable disposition. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. During this time and for centuries after, the Turkish Angora and Persian varieties (among others) were commonly mixed. The rich tobacco-colored cat known as the Havana Brown may or may not be named for the addictive leaf, but the cats themselves are addictive to the people who come to know them. When he is through playing, the affectionate Havana will happily ensconce himself on your lap. Like most cats with Siamese ancestry, the Havana can be demanding and talkative, but his voice is softer and his personality more subtle. Somehow during that time they acquired the moniker Swiss Mountain Cat. Some cat breeds are typically independent and aloof, even if they've been raised by the same person since kittenhood; others bond closely to one person and are indifferent to everyone else; and some shower the whole family with affection. How did a brown cat of Southeast Asian origin, believed to offer protection from evil, come to be known as a Swiss Mountain Cat, and how did it then adopt the name Havana Brown? All trademarks are owned by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., or used with permission. Scottish Fold kittens are born with normal ears that fold over at about 3 weeks The idea of creating a Persian cat with the pointed pattern of the Siamese had long been desired by breeders. Both Angora and Persian cats are mentioned in the manuscript Voyages de Pietro della Valle. Breeders lost interest in them until the 1950s, when a group of British cat breeders set themselves the task of determining the genetic makeup of a self-brown (solid-colored) cat. At first, Angoras were preferred for their silky white coats. Expect one to follow you around the house as you go about your day. In a perfect world our fosters would get back to every person, however in this COVID-19 world we are struggling to keep up and are not able to get back to every applicant due to limited volunteers. That beautiful coat requires daily grooming to keep it in good condition and free of mats. The Havana Brown is a rare breed, so much so that his genetic diversity is threatened. Ragdoll . Tel: 0207 403 7907 / 07712 194 856 Email: Via the contact form on the London Persian Rescue website. color throat to belly; paw pads/hocks dark brown/black; tail tip is usually dark brown/black; white or cream band must surround eye; mascara The eyes are ususally golden in color. In the U.S., he is known as the Havana Brown and has a body and head type that distinguishes him from his British cousin. He is the only cat with a breed standard that spells out whisker color: brown, of course, complementing the coat color. Many Persians require professional grooming. growth pattern. If you're looking only for purebred cats or kittens, it's a good idea to find out which genetic illnesses are common to the breed you're interested in. It's also very outgoing and demands much attention. Coat separates easily and is weather resistant. Prominent shoulder Deep flank, broad chest. It was then that the breed began to go two different ways. The Burmese cat is the result of mating a Siamese cat and brown cat from Burma. Definite whisker break. The long thick coat softens the lines of the cat and accentuates the roundness in appearance. with leg extended. Substantial and rangy. type. Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Here are more tips to help keep your Persian cat in top shape: Persian cats can have excessive tearing, which can cause staining. Our ratings are generalizations, and they're not a guarantee of how any breed or individual cat will behave; cats from any breed can be good with children based on their past experiences and personality. The colors are darker on the face, paws, and tail. blades. Primordial belly pouch. Initially, the breed was called the Chestnut Foreign Shorthair and its name was changed to Havana Brown in 1970. Fleshy gently rounded whisker pads. In North America, the Havana Brown breed standard has stuck to the original Havanas that were brought over in the 1950s.