Laperm

Laerm

Breed characteristics

• Adaptability: 10
• Family Affection: 10
• Game activity: 8
• Intelligence: 10
• Total health: 9
• Hair loss: 4
• Friendliness for children: 8
• Dog Friendly: 10
• Love for meow: 3

Story

Laperm is a relatively young cat breed that appeared in 1982 with the birth of an unusual kitten. Baby was bald, and dark spots were clearly visible on his body. Moreover, all the rest of the kittens in the litter looked completely normal. When the kitten has grown, its hair has begun to form, and here the breeders waiting for a surprise. The hair was curly, curly, although the parents the baby in this regard was completely normal – long villi standard texture.

The girl was named Curly, and her mistress, the breeder Linda Nicole, decided to experiment with such an interesting gene. Afterwards, Curls crossed with Manx and Siamese cats, however, the gene turned out to be dominant and the kittens were as curly as and she herself. By the way, babies of laperm are very often born bald, like and the first cat, Curly’s “progenitor”.

Over time, the basic standards of the new breed were developed, and managed to achieve its official recognition in the International cat associations. Although, this happened only in 2002. Today at breeding programs are allowed both shorthair and long-haired domestic cats of a breed of a laperm.

Description

If you need a kind, smart and funny domestic cat – laperm great choice. An exception may be people with allergies to wool. Some sources indicate that such curly wool It is hypoallergenic, but it is not.

Laperm has a small size, weighs an average of 3 kg, is folded correctly and harmoniously. She has a wedge-shaped head, ears and paws medium length, and middle tail. The breed is represented in a variety of colors, from plain to tortoiseshell, eyes may also have various colors. Life expectancy rarely exceeds 15 years old.

Personality

Lapermo cats have an inventive, sharp mind and excellent sense of humor, which is a great combination. With this pet you definitely won’t lose your taste for life – it’s simply impossible. is he likes to fool around, quickly learn to open the doors of rooms and cabinets, and penetration into the bag is of particular interest. Special, if it smells like food, or is it a backpack in which you forgot a sandwich, not eaten at work.

However, the lap-cat’s cheerful disposition and playfulness are vicious or aggression. On the contrary, these pets are very kind and affectionate, they are not vindictive and love their family. Good for children, because playfulness, cheerful character and lack of aggression. But, the child must always understand that in front of him is a living being, and not soft toy.

Laperman cat loves games, and is able to play like independently, and with his master. It is inventive a pet who does not miss himself, and does not let others get bored. Them friendliness and positive attitude are manifested with everyone – with children, with friends who came to visit you and with other animals. Besides among other things, the Laperm breed perfectly adapts to various environmental conditions and situations, including moving.

Common diseases

Cats of the Laperm breed rarely get sick, and are generally healthy. Them genetic abnormality does not cause any skin disease or wool. If the owner takes good care of his pet, provides good nutrition and proper care, hardly health problems may occur.

Care

Lapermies have long curly hair that falls out and requires constant care. You need to comb your pet at least once a week, and ensure regular swimming – this can be done once a month.

In addition, be sure to trim the claws 2 times a month, brush your teeth, preferably every day, and make sure that Your cat’s ears did not accumulate deposits and dirt. While doing of these manipulations, as well as in the presence of a balanced, good nutrition, health and appearance of the pet will be in okay.

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