Abyssinian
Today's Abyssinian retains a resemblance to the noble cats
depicted in ancient Egyptian statues. The breed sports a ticked, richly colored
tabby coat without markings on legs, tail and neck, but with dramatic facial
markings. The Aby comes in four coat colors: ruddy, red, blue and fawn.
American Bobtail
The
American Bobtail is a short-tailed cat, with a medium to large frame. Its tail
should be clearly visible above the back when the cat is alert, not exceeding
the hock in length.
Balinese
The
Balinese gets its name from its sinuous flowing movement, which reminded early
breeders of Balinese dancers. Its oriental body type, with a long, tubular body
and a wedge-shaped head, is softened by the semi-long coat that graces its body.
Birman
Also
known as the "Sacred Cat of Burma," Birmans are colorpoint cats,
meaning they have a darker color on their tail, legs, ears and face, much like
the Siamese or the Himalayan division of the Persian.
Chausie
The
Chausie combines the genial nature of a domestic cat with the beauty and
elegance of a jungle cat. This big, muscular breed has large, mobile, tufted
ears, long legs and a naturally short tail reaching to the hock.
Cornish
Rex
The
Cornish Rex is known for its soft, wavy curls--even the whiskers curl. This
native of Cornwall, England, savors the warmth and comforts of home and is well
suited for apartment life.
Himalayan
Depending
on the association, the Himalayan may be considered a separate breed or a color
pattern of the Persian breed. The Himalayan was originally developed from
crosses between Siamese and Persians in an effort to transfer the pointed
pattern to the Persian type.
source: http://www.catchannel.com/breeds/all_landing.aspx
source: http://www.catchannel.com/breeds/all_landing.aspx
