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 Cat Breeds - There are a variety of different cat breeds. Read about the many domestic cat breeds, including the Maine Coon and Siamese cats. And view the many cat breeds pictures to see how each breed differs dramatically in coat length and overall look.
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Singapura Cats. Singapura Cats pictures, facts, breed information and breed history as well as typical Singapura Cat characteristics and temperament profile.
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SINGAPURA CATS
The smallest breed of domestic cat, Singapura cats
are popular for their appealing personalities and
affectionate natures.
If you take the time to build a strong relationship with a Singapura,
you'll have a devoted, trusting companion for life.
The Singapura is still comparatively rare.
History
Singapura is the Malaysian word for Singapore. The streets of
Singapore are the origin of this breed.
These small brown cats with ticked coats, disparagingly known as 'drain' or
'sewer' cats by the island's inhabitants, have been observed on the
island of Singapore for many years.
It was accepted for
championship status in CFA in 1988 -- the same year the first
Singapuras were imported into the UK from the United States. The
breed has remained rare.
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Singapura cats are the smallest of all the recognized cat breeds.
Females can be as small as four pounds in adulthood, males run about
six pounds.
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Description
The Singapura is a shorthaired cat distinguished by its large eyes and
its warm beige, brown-ticked coat. The coat
is silky, fine and short.
The coat colour is called either
sepia agouti or brown ticked agouti; despite the different names, it
is the same colour and the only colour in which Singapuras are found.
When standing, a Singapura cat's body, legs and the floor should form a square.
The only
acceptable eye colours are hazel, yellow or green. The eyes and ears
must be large. The legs of this cat are thick and muscular.
Although small, they are muscular cats, almost stocky in
build. They are not delicate or "miniature" cats.
Characteristics and Temperament
They have soft, gentle voices and enjoy being near their favourite
people. They are mischievous, gentle and outgoing.
Singapura cats are placid, undemanding and good-natured. Their reserved temperament
can be overcome with patience and gentle handling.
This is an active cat who loves to be with his humans. He gets along
great with other animals and the female is very loving and maternal
with her litters.
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