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WHY AN AMERICAN SHORTHAIR? The ideal appearance of an American Shorthair should be of medium to large size. Heavy build indicates tremendous power. A brawny body with a broad chest, heavy shoulders, and thick hind legs are desirable. Mature males are significantly larger than females, weighing eleven to fifteen pounds. Females weigh eight to eleven pounds at maturity. The coat should be short, hard and dense. An oblong head with a full-cheeked face and wide set ears allows plenty of space for markings. An open, sweet expression is the first impression of this breed of cat. American Shorthairs are known as the cat of many colors. They come in over eighty different colors and patterns ranging from the classic tabby pattern with it’s bold distinct stripes and swirls to the mackerel tabby pattern with pencil-like stripes down the sides of the body. Also solids, bi-colors, calico, shaded and tabby & white are recognized. Its personality is gentle and compliant. Smart, and an agile athlete, it’s loud purrs, but tiny meows are persistent. American Shorthairs can live up to fifteen to twenty years, requiring only annual vaccinations and routine veterinary care. Extremely affectionate, the American Shorthair is a great lap cat, if you can tolerate the weight. It is easily disciplined and trained, and can live with other pets including birds. Most will accept roughhousing from children and come back for more. Undoubtedly, American Shorthairs make exceptional pets and welcome additions to any family, suiting any lifestyle. |
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Harrison Township,
MI 48045
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