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At
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Body Size... Small
Coat Length... Short |
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LaPerm |
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Description... |
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 The LaPerm's most
distinctive characteristic is its wavy coat. This breed has a small
to medium sized body with a relatively delicate frame. The coat is
soft and springy, forming wavy curls or ringlets over the body, with
longer curls at the base of the ears and around the neck. Many colours and coat patterns are accepted.
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History...
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This breed was developed by
Linda Koehl of Oregon, beginning in 1982. LaPerm's do not yet breed
true; any given litter may produce some kittens with a straight
coat.
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Traits...
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LaPerm's are very
affectionate animals and are good lap cats.
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Health...
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No breed specific health
problems have been reported.
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Summary...
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LaPerm's shed less than
many breeds but do produce dander and so are not automatically the
breed of choice for those with cat allergies that wish to own a cat. The
LaPerm's is a naturally occurring mutation
producing both long and shorthaired cats. It is medium sized, curly
coated with semi-foreign type. All colours are acceptable. All parts
of the body are in harmony with the size of the cat. There is
evidence of surprising weight for size. The cat is alert and seems
to be walking tall on his feet. Coat texture will be distinctly
different than that of any other Rex mutation and will vary within
the breed.
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