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American Curl
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History

The original American Curl, a longhaired female named Shulamith, was first mentioned in Southern California in 1981 and selective breeding began in 1983.

Type and characteristics

Body, legs and feet

American Curls are slender, well balanced and moderately muscled.. Females weigh 5 to 8 pounds, male cats weigh 7 to 10 pounds.

Legs are medium in length and proportion to the body, set straight when viewed from front or rear. Medium sized bones.  The feet are medium and rounded. 

Head

Head shape is a modified wedge without flat planes with smooth transitions.  Nose is moderate in length, straight with a rise from bottom of eyes to forehead. Size is medium in proportion to body. Muzzle is rounded with a gentle transition, no  whisker break.

Eyes

Eyes are moderately large, walnut shaped, oval on top and round on bottom. The are set on a slight angle between the base of ear and the tip of nose.  The eye color is clear, brilliant.  Colopoint cats should have blue eyes..

Ears

A distinctive feature of  American Curls is attractive and uniquely curled ears.Ears should have a 90 degree arc of curl. The tips should be rounded and flexible.. Size: moderately large.

Tail

Tail coat: full and plumed. Tail coat: same length as body coat. Tail: flexible, wide at base, tapering; equal to body length

Coat

Longhair American Curls should hava a semi-long fine, silky, laying flat texture and a minimal undercoat.
Shorthair American Curls should have a short, soft, silky, flat laying, resilient coat.

Color

Color most colors are accepted.

Temperament

The American Curl is  alert, active, with a gentle, even dispositions.

Associations

The American Curl is accepted for championship status in AACE, ACA, CFA, CFF, and TICA.

Genetic Concerns

If you feel that you have a better description for this category we would love to hear from you chendel@quiknet.com

CFA Breed Profile: American Curl

American Curl Longhair - TICA Standard

American Curl Shorthair - TICA Standard

American Curl Cats

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