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American Shorthair cats Breed Profile

Quick Guide

American Shorthair cats Fact File

Coat Type, Color & Grooming:

The American Shorthair
comes in many colors and patterns. Here
are some of the most common:

Solid colors: Include black,
white, orange, gray, or brown.

Bi-color: Predominantly white with
patches of one other color.

Tortoiseshell or Calico: A patchy
pattern made up of three or more distinct
colors (usually black, orange, and
cream/white).

Tabby: A darker stripy pattern on a
lighter background color; most often gray,
brown or orange.

Nose and
paw pad colors usually correspond to
predominant coat color, varying from pink
to black.

Physical Attributes:

Medium to large in size; solid body with wide chest and thick hind legs; oblong head; wide face with wide-set ears and round eyes; short, dense coat that may be thicker in winter.

Personality:

Very affectionate; easily disciplined and trained; usually compatible with other pets and children.

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