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Small AnimalCats- Unit D
Essential Standard 8.00
Use information specific to each breed to choose the best cat for a
given use.
Objective 8.01
• Discuss the major breeds of cats.
Cat Breeds
• Differ in color, patterns, length of hair, shape and length of ears, shape and color of eyes, head shape, body conformation, size, and disposition
• For our discussions we will focus on the two major types of hair:– Shorthaired Breeds– Longhaired Breeds
Shorthair Breeds
American Shorthair(Domestic Shorthair)
• Came to US with English settlers• 34 recognized color patterns
– tabby is the most common color
• Medium to large sized• Affectionate
– makes great lap cat
American Shorthair(Domestic Shorthair)
Bombay (1958)
• Relatively new breed resulting from Burmese x American Shorthair– Medium sized cat – Jet black – Copper or gold colored eyes
• Disposition– Graceful, charming, and get along well
with others, even strangers
Bombay
Cornish Rex
• Small to medium size• Oval eyes and curves or rippling hair
coat• Must be kept indoors
– lacks guard hairs to protect it from the elements
Cornish Rex
Manx
Siamese• Known for one-on-one devotion to one
person• Eye color is always deep blue• Head forms an equilateral triangle
from the nose to the tips of the ears– Very little pigmentation in color pattern– Pigmentation is darker at the points– Color is restricted to the points: mask,
ear, foot and tip of tail
Siamese
• Medium-sized – very long and refined
• Siamese cats are very unpredictable; however, they are described as talkative, loyal
• Fearless cats of extraordinary intelligence.• Siamese cats are particularly sensitive to
vaccinations and anesthetics
Siamese
Other Shorthair Breeds
• Abyssinian• British Shorthair• Burmese• Devon Rex• Japanese Bobtail• Korat• Manx• Singapura• Snowshoe• Sphinx
Longhair Breeds
Birman
• Sturdy cat of medium to large size• Long, silky coat that does not mat
– requires little care
• Very sociable– needs the company of others
• White paws– Eyes are round– Ears are medium with rounded tips
Birman
Maine Coon
• Oldest natural breed in North America– native American origin
• Large-sized– reaches 12 -18 pounds
• Brown tabby is the best known color• Lovable and friendly
– has a tiny voice that squeaks and chirps
Maine Coon
Persian
• One of the oldest and most popular breeds• Medium to large size
– short, compact body– large head– small rounded ears
• Well mannered– easy going– quiet cats
• Make good apartment cats and excellent companions• Require daily grooming
– removes and knots • Requires regular bathing
– removes excess oil from the coat
Persian
Ragdoll
• Originated in the US during the 1960’s
• Exceptionally large • Heavy breed • Blue eyes• Docile, quiet, and composed
– named because they show little signs of fear or pain
– take a floppy posture when handled
Ragdoll
Other Longhair Breeds
• Balinese• Javanese• Cymric Longhaired Manx• Himalayan and Kashmir • Tiffany• Turkish Angora
Choosing a healthy cat
1. Look for signs of health– Pale pink gums– White teeth– Nose should be cool and slightly damp– Clean glossy coat– Free of mats
Proper teeth cleaning can prevent the absorption of toxins and bacteria present in the mouth which can damage internal organs.
Most veterinarians can clean teeth and do so regularly for most cat owners
Choosing a healthy cat
2. Look for signs of illness– Discharge from the eyes or nose– Buildup of wax in the ears
• ear mites– External Parasites
• Fleas– Internal Parasites
• Potbellied cats may indicate worm infestation
Objective 8.02
Use techniques that improve the well being of cats.
Grooming Cats
• Removes old and dead hair• Provides opportunity to check for:
– Parasites– Skin disorders– Eye problems– Ear problems
Longhaired Cats
• Need daily care to keep free of tangles and mat.
• Equipment– Combs– Blunt end scissors– Nail clippers– Grooming brush– Grooming powder
Longhair Grooming
• Comb with two sizes of teeth (fine toothed and a flea comb).
• Nail Clippers• Grooming brush natural bristles
(nylon causes static)• Grooming powder such as baby
powder, talcum, or cornstarch.
Grooming Longhaired Cats
• Procedures for longhair cats– 1st-Use a wide tooth comb for animal– 2nd- Use a small toothed comb– Once all tangles are out, brush hair in
opposite direction of growth occasionally and sprinkle grooming powder • This removes old hair and reduces
hairballs.– Check for parasites, skin disorders, eye
and ear problems
Shorthair Grooming
• Rubber grooming brush• Fine-toothed/ flea comb• Soft chamois, silk, nylon pad• Rubber grooming brush
– Avoid removing good hair
Flea Combs
Bathing Cats1. Start bathing as early as 4 months2. Avoid splashing or running water when cat
is present3. Use ~4 inches of warm water4. Gently lower cat into the water until the
entire cat is wet5. Keep water our of eyes and ears6. Apply a baby shampoo to the wet coat,
lather and rinse• Medicated shampoo for fleas
7. Towel dry or use a hairdryer
Other Grooming
• Check teeth and gums– Dry food helps to clean the teeth
• Check for ear mites– Dark, crumbly wax indicates mites– Use ear drops to treat
• Used special clippers to trim claws– Do not cut into pink area of claw, it will
bleed– Scratching post helps to reduce claw
trimming