CASA Breeders
Here you will find a list of Registered CASA Breeders, who requested to be listed.
Click on the Breed Name to follow the link to the list of breeders who requested to have their details published on the site. There are many more CASA registered breeders who have not taken up the offer. Unfortunately there is an increasing tendency for internet scams advertising registered kittens and claiming that they are legitimate catteries, registered with an official organisation. If a breeder, who is not listed here, claims that she/he is a member of CASA, you are welcome to send an enquiry to the Registrar - lampr@mweb.co.za. If you are a breeder member of CASA and not listed yet, but would like to be listed, please contact the Registrar as above.
Breeders may also send photographs and basic details of available kittens and their contact details for publication on the Kittens available page. This is a free service to CASA breeder members.
If you are interested in becoming a breeder for the first time, first read this excellent article, written by a Siamese Breeder in the UK, but relevant to all who are considering this momentous step: Click to open page.
Breeds by registered breeder listed in Alphabetical Order:
(in the breeders pages the email addresses have spaces that need to be removed to send the email, this is to protect the owners of the addresses against web-harvesters collecting e-mails automatically)
Here you will find a list of Registered CASA Breeders, who requested to be listed.
Click on the Breed Name to follow the link to the list of breeders who requested to have their details published on the site. There are many more CASA registered breeders who have not taken up the offer. Unfortunately there is an increasing tendency for internet scams advertising registered kittens and claiming that they are legitimate catteries, registered with an official organisation. If a breeder, who is not listed here, claims that she/he is a member of CASA, you are welcome to send an enquiry to the Registrar - lampr@mweb.co.za. If you are a breeder member of CASA and not listed yet, but would like to be listed, please contact the Registrar as above.
Breeders may also send photographs and basic details of available kittens and their contact details for publication on the Kittens available page. This is a free service to CASA breeder members.
If you are interested in becoming a breeder for the first time, first read this excellent article, written by a Siamese Breeder in the UK, but relevant to all who are considering this momentous step: Click to open page.
Breeds by registered breeder listed in Alphabetical Order:
(in the breeders pages the email addresses have spaces that need to be removed to send the email, this is to protect the owners of the addresses against web-harvesters collecting e-mails automatically)
American Curl
Curls have qualities other than the whimsical ears to make them attractive pets. They are people cats that do not show any of the stereotypical aloofness, and are affectionate without harassing people for attention the way some breeds can. They delight in perching on shoulders and love to pat and nuzzle their peoples' faces. Curls are a 'fetching' breed, easily taught to play fetch, and never lose their love of play. They are also noted for their affinity with children.
While not as active as the Abyssinian, American Curls are playful and energetic. They also display the typical cat curiosity and want to be right there to investigate any changes in their environment.
American Shorthair
When describing the American Shorthair, the expression 'happy medium' springs to mind. These all-American cats are medium in size, build, type, and temperament; neither too big nor small, not overly cuddly nor distant, neither couch potatoes nor hyperactive. Breeders note that the American Short-hair is the perfect breed for the person who wants a cat that enjoys being in your lap but not in your face. American Shorthairs are known for their quiet voices and adaptable personalities; they are sociable, easily trained, and adapt well to other animals and children. They generally do not like to be picked up; like their Pilgrim companions who left England to find independence, they cherish their freedom.
Because of the American Shorthair's history as a working cat, they make great companions in terms of health, strength, and vitality. With proper care Americans enjoy long life spans, generally between 15 and 20 years.
Because of the American Shorthair's history as a working cat, they make great companions in terms of health, strength, and vitality. With proper care Americans enjoy long life spans, generally between 15 and 20 years.
American Wirehair
Wirehairs are people cats that crave human attention and affection. They are active without being hyper, and affectionate without being clingy. They exhibit a keen interest in their surroundings, want to be involved in every aspect of your day, and will follow you from room to room to keep an eye on proceedings. Fanciers say that they seem particularly in tune with their families' feelings and try to offer comfort and companionship when their chosen family member is feeling blue. That's when they turn on the purrs and sit beside them to offer their support.
As cats go, Wirehairs have a genuine sense of humor, and love to be the centers of attention. Agile and fun-loving, they enjoy playing the clown and are generally more playful and active than the American Shorthair.
As cats go, Wirehairs have a genuine sense of humor, and love to be the centers of attention. Agile and fun-loving, they enjoy playing the clown and are generally more playful and active than the American Shorthair.
Balinese
Balinese cats are smart, sweet, and fun to be around. Like the Siamese, they are known for their ability to communicate vocally, sometimes nonstop, and therefore this breed is not for everyone. Highly social, Balinese are sensitive to your moods and feelings and are more than willing to cheer you up with some happy chatter if you're feeling gloomy.
They are agile leapers and will often ride on their people's shoulders. They love to play and easily learn to fetch, bringing the ball or toy back for repeated throwing. They will keep you entertained with their antics, but possess a loving disposition as well. They can be quite assertive in their requests for attention, but also possess a special dignity particular to the Balinese and Siamese breeds.
They are agile leapers and will often ride on their people's shoulders. They love to play and easily learn to fetch, bringing the ball or toy back for repeated throwing. They will keep you entertained with their antics, but possess a loving disposition as well. They can be quite assertive in their requests for attention, but also possess a special dignity particular to the Balinese and Siamese breeds.
Bambino
The name Bambino is Italian for “baby” because they retain their kitten characteristics for life.
The Bambino is a naked cat with short legs. This breed is a cross between a Sphynx and a Munchkin. This breed was developed by Stephanie and Pat Osborne of Holy Moly Cattery in the USA and the first Bambinos were registered in 2005 as experimental in the TICA cat registry.
The Bambino is an affectionate, playful cat which is very people orientated. Like the Sphynx and Munchkin, the Bambino is an agile cat that is not hampered in any way by the shortness of his or her legs. They do need company and get on well with other cats. They enjoy being handled and thrive on interaction with people.
Grooming and seasonal care is necessary as the naked skin absorbs natural oils therefore the Bambino needs regular bathing with water and mild soap. Face and ears need regular cleaning as oily substances build up in the ears and on the face. In winter a Bambino will need fleecy blankets, snuggle bags and a warm place to sleep. A jacket is also an idea in the cooler weather.
The Bambino’s naked skin is prone to sunburn so it needs to be kept indoors permanently, but given enough toys and attention, the Bambino makes an ideal indoor pet.
The name Bambino is Italian for “baby” because they retain their kitten characteristics for life.
The Bambino is a naked cat with short legs. This breed is a cross between a Sphynx and a Munchkin. This breed was developed by Stephanie and Pat Osborne of Holy Moly Cattery in the USA and the first Bambinos were registered in 2005 as experimental in the TICA cat registry.
The Bambino is an affectionate, playful cat which is very people orientated. Like the Sphynx and Munchkin, the Bambino is an agile cat that is not hampered in any way by the shortness of his or her legs. They do need company and get on well with other cats. They enjoy being handled and thrive on interaction with people.
Grooming and seasonal care is necessary as the naked skin absorbs natural oils therefore the Bambino needs regular bathing with water and mild soap. Face and ears need regular cleaning as oily substances build up in the ears and on the face. In winter a Bambino will need fleecy blankets, snuggle bags and a warm place to sleep. A jacket is also an idea in the cooler weather.
The Bambino’s naked skin is prone to sunburn so it needs to be kept indoors permanently, but given enough toys and attention, the Bambino makes an ideal indoor pet.
Bengal
The Bengal may look like a wild cat, but breeders insist that the Bengal is as lovably friendly and docile as any full-blooded domestic cat. Fanciers describe Bengals as playful, gregarious, and energetic cats that have a generous dose of feline curiosity and that want to be involved with their family. Not intimidated by water, they will sometimes join their family for a swim, as long as it's on their terms.
Although show-quality cats must be four generations away (F4) from the leopard cat to be shown, previous generations of Bengals are placed as pets; therefore, it's important to know what you're getting when acquiring a Bengal. Before getting a second generation (F2) or third generation (F3) Bengal, be sure that the cat is free of temperament problems.
Sacred Birman
Although show-quality cats must be four generations away (F4) from the leopard cat to be shown, previous generations of Bengals are placed as pets; therefore, it's important to know what you're getting when acquiring a Bengal. Before getting a second generation (F2) or third generation (F3) Bengal, be sure that the cat is free of temperament problems.
Sacred Birman
The Birman has an affectionate and even temperament. Birmans have refined features, often looking regal and poised, seated in an elegant pose. Birmans always have blue eyes, and are well known for lying down and showing off their trademark white paws!
Birmans are fairly serene cats. Yet they are communicative and interactive, loving to involve themselves in whatever you are doing. They are relatively quiet/softly spoken, with gentle chirp-like voices when they do “talk”. They enjoy company, and usually seek out people. They are intelligent, patient, tolerant, and curious. Birmans are loyal, and tend to be sociable with other animals.
Birmans are pointed cats (having darker colors on their faces, ears, paws and tail) with white paws. Like all colourpoints they are born white, and develop their points as they mature. Colourings include Seal, Chocolate, Blue, Lilac, Red and Cream. These can be solid or tabby/lynx patterned. There are also the Tortie and Torbie patterns. The Tortie carries 3 colours in its points, while the Torbie is a rare combination of tabby and tortie.
The Birman is an average size cat (males 3.5-5.5kg, and females a little smaller). Their medium length coat requires very little grooming. Remarkably their fur does not matt! Birmans can be free fed without becoming overweight. Their exquisite aquamarine eyes, white paws, and endearing personalities are their most characteristic traits.
The mystical legend of the Sacred Birman dates back many centuries ago to a temple in the majestic mountains of Burma. And most accounts involve a later voyage to France in the early 1900’s, hence the alternative name of the French Birman.
British Shorthair
If you're looking for a cat that will loot your refrigerator and swing dizzily from your chandeliers, then the British Shorthair is not for you. Brits are quiet, even-tempered, undemanding cats with a bit of typical British reserve, particularly when they're first introduced. When they get over their initial shyness, however, they become extremely faithful companions. British Shorthairs tend to show their loyalty to the entire family rather than select one person with whom to bond. British Shorthair breeders describe Brits as cats that like to keep a low profile, sweet and affectionate but not clingy 'in-your-face' type cats. They tend to be independent and if left on their own can usually adapt quite well.
Burmese
Breeders and fanciers report that Burmese are amusing, playful, and super-smart, the perfect interactive cats for home, office, shop, any place where people are in need of love and entertainment. They are as active as the Siamese and love to play. Devoted cats, Burmese are loyal and people-oriented.
Breeders report temperament differences between males and females. The females are highly curious, active, and very emotionally involved with their family. The altered males love their humans too, but are more placid. They like to lounge about, usually on top of whatever you're doing. They take life as it comes. The only issue about which they are passionately concerned is the selected cuisine and when it will be served.
Burmese have a unique rasp to their voices and sound a bit like cats going hoarse from too much talking. Burmese are not as talkative as their Siamese neighbors. When they have something to say, however, they'll reiterate the message until you get out your universal feline/human translator and take care of whatever it is troubling them.
Breeders report temperament differences between males and females. The females are highly curious, active, and very emotionally involved with their family. The altered males love their humans too, but are more placid. They like to lounge about, usually on top of whatever you're doing. They take life as it comes. The only issue about which they are passionately concerned is the selected cuisine and when it will be served.
Burmese have a unique rasp to their voices and sound a bit like cats going hoarse from too much talking. Burmese are not as talkative as their Siamese neighbors. When they have something to say, however, they'll reiterate the message until you get out your universal feline/human translator and take care of whatever it is troubling them.
Burmilla
The Burmilla is an outgoing, friendly and sociable cat that has inherited slightly modified characteristics from both of the original parents; it is not as noisy nor demanding as the Burmese, but is more adventurous and inquisitive than the Chinchilla
The Burmilla is set to become increasingly more popular because of its good looks and extremely good nature.
Burmillas are great with children. Combined with their low maintenance and wonderful disposition they make an ideal family pet.
The Burmilla is set to become increasingly more popular because of its good looks and extremely good nature.
Burmillas are great with children. Combined with their low maintenance and wonderful disposition they make an ideal family pet.
Original Longhair / Original Longhair in Silver & Golden / Chincilla Longhair
Chinchillas are generally very placid, quiet cats, happy to lie around the home being decorative. They are affectionate, enjoy attention and can become quite attached to their owners.
Chinchillas are ideally suited to flats or houses as many prefer to spend much of their day inside. The long white coat does shed a lot of hair which will become worse when the winter coat is dropping. While daily brushing will reduce the amount of hair shed, it will still cover clothes and furniture.
CASA was the driving force behind the acceptance of the Traditional Longhair in Silver and Golden varieties by the WCF. The breed is now appreciated in many countries and forms part of the return to the less extreme type of cat, preferred to many pet and show cat owners.
Download the Powerpoint presentation made to the WCF General Assembly in 2009, when the Traditional Longhair was accepted as a breed. Now updated. (PDF format)
Download the full motivation document for acceptance of the breed, written by Alida Delport - updated recently. (PDF format)
WCF is currently referring to the breed as "Original Longhair" - there has been no formal proposal or voting at a General Assembly meeting on this matter. This name change came about due to a threat from an individual in the USA.
See the interesting website by Alida Delport on this breed: http://tlh.ad.co.za/
If you are interested in the controversy about the name change, you can read about it by clicing on this link.
Chinchillas are ideally suited to flats or houses as many prefer to spend much of their day inside. The long white coat does shed a lot of hair which will become worse when the winter coat is dropping. While daily brushing will reduce the amount of hair shed, it will still cover clothes and furniture.
CASA was the driving force behind the acceptance of the Traditional Longhair in Silver and Golden varieties by the WCF. The breed is now appreciated in many countries and forms part of the return to the less extreme type of cat, preferred to many pet and show cat owners.
Download the Powerpoint presentation made to the WCF General Assembly in 2009, when the Traditional Longhair was accepted as a breed. Now updated. (PDF format)
Download the full motivation document for acceptance of the breed, written by Alida Delport - updated recently. (PDF format)
WCF is currently referring to the breed as "Original Longhair" - there has been no formal proposal or voting at a General Assembly meeting on this matter. This name change came about due to a threat from an individual in the USA.
See the interesting website by Alida Delport on this breed: http://tlh.ad.co.za/
If you are interested in the controversy about the name change, you can read about it by clicing on this link.
Cornish Rex
Cornish Rexes are good for folks who like having their lives run by active, inquisitive, gazelle-like felines that love a good joke, as long as it's not on them. Everything is a game to the Cornish Rex, and they can be hard to ignore when they're in a sociable mood, which is most of the time. Rexes are determinedly outgoing with their favorite humans. With their warm suede feel, they make the perfect winter lap warmer, too. They are intelligent, alert, and usually easy to handle.
Extremely affectionate, Rexes are particularly so around dinnertime, so devoted, in fact, that you can't keep them out of your plate without a squirt bottle. Dinner will never be the same again with a purring Cornish stealing your food as soon as your back is turned, or even while you're looking.
Some Rexes enjoy retrieving and will bring back objects for you to toss again and again. They are adept climbers, leapers, and sprinters, and have marvelously agile paws. No shelf or cupboard is safe from a persistent Cornish.
Extremely affectionate, Rexes are particularly so around dinnertime, so devoted, in fact, that you can't keep them out of your plate without a squirt bottle. Dinner will never be the same again with a purring Cornish stealing your food as soon as your back is turned, or even while you're looking.
Some Rexes enjoy retrieving and will bring back objects for you to toss again and again. They are adept climbers, leapers, and sprinters, and have marvelously agile paws. No shelf or cupboard is safe from a persistent Cornish.
Devon Rex
Devons have been compared to pixies, elves, and, of course, space aliens for their jumbo-sized satellite-dish ears, large, mischievous 'window-to-the-soul' eyes, and ethereal appearance. Fanciers laud the 'poodle cat' (as the breed is affectionately called), as people-oriented snugglers that love nothing better than to cuddle up with you at night and wake you in the morning with hugs, kisses and purrs of affection. And since the Devon sheds less than other breeds, you can snuggle back without fear of covering yourself in cat hair.
But there's lots of other reasons to acquire a Devon besides their coats: their loyalty, devotion, playfulness, courage, and intelligence, just to name a few of the qualities that make them a good choice for the cat-obsessed. Devons are shoulder perchers, lap sitters, tail waggers, and retrievers of tossed cat toys. They have a well-developed sense of curiosity and want to be involved in whatever you're doing, whether it's peeling potatoes for dinner or showering for a Saturday night date.
But there's lots of other reasons to acquire a Devon besides their coats: their loyalty, devotion, playfulness, courage, and intelligence, just to name a few of the qualities that make them a good choice for the cat-obsessed. Devons are shoulder perchers, lap sitters, tail waggers, and retrievers of tossed cat toys. They have a well-developed sense of curiosity and want to be involved in whatever you're doing, whether it's peeling potatoes for dinner or showering for a Saturday night date.
Exotic
Some folks who don't appreciate that laid-back, mellow personality label Persians and their relatives 'furniture with fur', but in truth Exotics are playful and enjoy a good game of catching the catnip mouse between bouts of catching a few ZZZs. Because of the American Shorthair influence, Exotics are reported to be livelier than Persians, although some breeders say that the two breeds are very similar in temperament.
Undoubtedly, the Exotic personality is, if not identical, very much like the Persian's, quiet, loyal, sweet, and affectionate. They want to be involved in their favorite humans' lives and will quietly follow them from room to room just to see what they are doing. They also enjoy hugs and cuddles, and lavish their humans with purrs and licks of affection until the thick coat drives them away to lounge on cool kitchen linoleum or cold fireplace bricks. Fanciers point out that because of the short coat, they can spend more time playing with their Exotics than grooming them.
Undoubtedly, the Exotic personality is, if not identical, very much like the Persian's, quiet, loyal, sweet, and affectionate. They want to be involved in their favorite humans' lives and will quietly follow them from room to room just to see what they are doing. They also enjoy hugs and cuddles, and lavish their humans with purrs and licks of affection until the thick coat drives them away to lounge on cool kitchen linoleum or cold fireplace bricks. Fanciers point out that because of the short coat, they can spend more time playing with their Exotics than grooming them.
Japanese Bobtail
Bobs make outstanding companions. They're curious, bold, intelligent, and alert, and easily adjust to new people, situations, and animals, making them easy cats to show. Bobtails are active, but not annoyingly so. Their play is interactive and endearing. They want to be involved with their human companions and are more than willing to lend a paw when you need it (and even when you don't). Bobtails also enjoy a good conversation; they have chirping voices that produce a wide range of tones, some breeders describe this as 'singing.'
Maine Coon
No breed has a monopoly on love and affection, but there's got to be some good reason that the Maine Coon has clawed his way up from near extinction to the prized place of America's second most popular breed (according to the CFA's registration totals). Maine Coon fanciers say that the popularity is due to the breed's large size, intelligence, luxuriant coat, hardy disposition, and devotion to their human family.
While Maine Coons are devoted, playful, and loving to their chosen humans, they can be reserved around people with whom they're not familiar. Given time, however, even the most cautious adapt. As befits a former seafarer, Maine Coons are fascinated by water, perhaps because their thick coats are water-repellent and won't become annoyingly soaked as easily as a thinner coat would.
While Maine Coons are devoted, playful, and loving to their chosen humans, they can be reserved around people with whom they're not familiar. Given time, however, even the most cautious adapt. As befits a former seafarer, Maine Coons are fascinated by water, perhaps because their thick coats are water-repellent and won't become annoyingly soaked as easily as a thinner coat would.
Manx
The Manx's personality is probably the reason the breed has won such a strong following despite the physical difficulties and breeding challenges. Manx cats make great household companions. They are intelligent, active, and fun-loving cats that manage to express themselves very well without tails to swish around. Manx get along well with other pets (particularly dogs), and form strong bonds with their chosen humans. They enjoy a good game of fetch and are fascinated by water, but only on their terms, of course. Manx are exceptional jumpers because of their powerful back legs. No cupboard or shelf is safe with a Manx around.
The Manx is known for its unusual rabbit-like gait, known as the 'Manx hop.' While some breeders and fanciers consider the walk to be a result of skeletal abnormalities related to the Manx gene, others consider it merely a result of the short back and the long hind legs as noted in the Manx standard.
The Manx is known for its unusual rabbit-like gait, known as the 'Manx hop.' While some breeders and fanciers consider the walk to be a result of skeletal abnormalities related to the Manx gene, others consider it merely a result of the short back and the long hind legs as noted in the Manx standard.
Munchkin
For their part, Munchkins, oblivious to the controversy surrounding them, go on being just what they are, cats; self-assured and outgoing. They love to wrestle and play with their long-legged feline friends, happily unaware that there's anything different about them. Nor do their feline companions treat them like members of the vertically challenged. Only humans look at them askance.
Fanciers assert Munchkins can do anything an ordinary cat can do, except leap to the top of the bookcase. They can get on the kitchen counter, but they take the scenic route. Munchkins are also known as 'magpies', often borrowing small, shiny objects and stashing them away for later play. Proficient hunters, Munchkins love a good game of catnip mouse, but when playtime is over, they want a warm lap to snuggle into and strokes from a loving hand, like any domestic.
Fanciers assert Munchkins can do anything an ordinary cat can do, except leap to the top of the bookcase. They can get on the kitchen counter, but they take the scenic route. Munchkins are also known as 'magpies', often borrowing small, shiny objects and stashing them away for later play. Proficient hunters, Munchkins love a good game of catnip mouse, but when playtime is over, they want a warm lap to snuggle into and strokes from a loving hand, like any domestic.
Oriental
The personality of the Oriental is as distinctive as the multicolored exterior. They are natural entertainers, full of enthusiasm, energy, and the belief that the world should revolve around them. Haughty and royal one minute, they are animated and inquisitive the next. They are highly curious, and will go to great lengths to be involved in your activities.
Orientals' feelings are easily hurt if you ignore them but, given their full share of affection, Oriental Shorthairs will repay you with a lifetime of love, affection, and intelligent conversation. They usually bond with one person and become extremely devoted and dependent upon their chosen human. Expect them to be at your side, in your lap, and at the door to interrogate you about where you've been.
The breed's vocal tone is generally softer and milder than that of the Siamese, but the range, frequency, and inflection vary from cat to cat. Like their Siamese relatives, they are never at a loss for words on any subject.
Orientals' feelings are easily hurt if you ignore them but, given their full share of affection, Oriental Shorthairs will repay you with a lifetime of love, affection, and intelligent conversation. They usually bond with one person and become extremely devoted and dependent upon their chosen human. Expect them to be at your side, in your lap, and at the door to interrogate you about where you've been.
The breed's vocal tone is generally softer and milder than that of the Siamese, but the range, frequency, and inflection vary from cat to cat. Like their Siamese relatives, they are never at a loss for words on any subject.
Peterbald
The Peterbald is a cat packed with personality and charm. Full of life with an endless eagerness to play and perform tricks, the breed is also graced with a svelte, elegant build that contributes to its high-flying aerial antics.
A pushover for some TLC, the cat seems oblivious to its one standout characteristic: it’s usually bald.
A pushover for some TLC, the cat seems oblivious to its one standout characteristic: it’s usually bald.
Persian
If you want your cats bouncing around like hyperactive popcorn, don't buy a Persian. Persians are perfect companions, if you like placid, sweet-tempered cats. Don't count on using your Persian pal as a furry doorstop, however. They love to play between periods of regal lounging on your favorite davenport. Proponents say that Persians do not deserve their 'furniture with fur' reputation, they are intelligent, just not as inquisitive as some breeds, and not as active.
Persians are devoted to their humans, but can be selective in conferring that honor. You must earn their trust and love. They crave affection and love to be petted and fussed over, but won't harass you for attention the way some breeds will. They will, however, let their feelings be known if they are not getting the requisite amount of attention.
Owning a Persian requires a significant time commitment. That beautiful coat requires daily grooming to keep it in good condition and free of mats. Because of the long coat and docile temperament, Persians should be considered indoor-only pets. Many Persian fanciers keep at least part of the coat clipped, particularly the hindquarters and around the anus to avoid the accumulation of feces. This should be done, though, only if the cat will not be shown soon.
Persians are devoted to their humans, but can be selective in conferring that honor. You must earn their trust and love. They crave affection and love to be petted and fussed over, but won't harass you for attention the way some breeds will. They will, however, let their feelings be known if they are not getting the requisite amount of attention.
Owning a Persian requires a significant time commitment. That beautiful coat requires daily grooming to keep it in good condition and free of mats. Because of the long coat and docile temperament, Persians should be considered indoor-only pets. Many Persian fanciers keep at least part of the coat clipped, particularly the hindquarters and around the anus to avoid the accumulation of feces. This should be done, though, only if the cat will not be shown soon.
Persian Colour Point
Himmies, as fanciers call them, are perfect indoor cat companions. They are gentle, calm, and sweet-tempered, but they possess a playful side as well. Like the Siamese, Himalayans love to play fetch, and a scrap of crumpled paper or a kitty toy will entertain them for hours.
Himalayans are devoted and dependent upon their humans for companionship and protection. They crave affection and love to be petted and groomed, which is fortunate, since every Himalayan family will spend part of each day doing just that.
Like their Persian siblings, they are docile and won't harass you for attention the way some breeds will. More vocal and active than the Persian, they nevertheless are much quieter than the Siamese.
Himalayans are devoted and dependent upon their humans for companionship and protection. They crave affection and love to be petted and groomed, which is fortunate, since every Himalayan family will spend part of each day doing just that.
Like their Persian siblings, they are docile and won't harass you for attention the way some breeds will. More vocal and active than the Persian, they nevertheless are much quieter than the Siamese.
Ragdoll
Ragdolls are by nature laid back cats. They have a sweet nature and totally adore their owners. They are the type of cat that will easily "chill" with you for the afternoon while you read your book and are just as happy to "assist" you in whatever you are busy with. Be it painting the walls or glueing down a carpet.
They are known as "puppy cats" due to their tendency to follow their owners around from room to room. They love company but are not necessarily lap cats. They are larger in size than your average house cat. Even though they are larger they are strictly house cats as they lack the "street smarts" to venture out on their own safely as they are very trusting by nature. They are quite happy to let you put a harness on them and take them for a walk in the garden.
Their fur is silky soft and of medium length. They are relatively easy to take care of needing a good brush about once a week and every now and then a bath to maintain that gorgeous coat. They DO shed with the change of season though. So that is the time when they would need daily brushing.
They have beautiful faces and ears that tend to point in the direction that they are concentrating on. All ragdolls have blue eyes as they are a pointed breed. Eyes intensity of blue can vary depending on the lines. But ALWAYS blue.
The ragdoll is a relatively healthy breed. And love to play long into adulthood. I would say they tend to be kittens for all their lives. Ragdolls are strong and well built muscular cats.
The WCF also recognises the Ragamuffin, a closely related, but separate breed. These are recognised in any colour and pattern, including pointed.
Ragdolls are by nature laid back cats. They have a sweet nature and totally adore their owners. They are the type of cat that will easily "chill" with you for the afternoon while you read your book and are just as happy to "assist" you in whatever you are busy with. Be it painting the walls or glueing down a carpet.
They are known as "puppy cats" due to their tendency to follow their owners around from room to room. They love company but are not necessarily lap cats. They are larger in size than your average house cat. Even though they are larger they are strictly house cats as they lack the "street smarts" to venture out on their own safely as they are very trusting by nature. They are quite happy to let you put a harness on them and take them for a walk in the garden.
Their fur is silky soft and of medium length. They are relatively easy to take care of needing a good brush about once a week and every now and then a bath to maintain that gorgeous coat. They DO shed with the change of season though. So that is the time when they would need daily brushing.
They have beautiful faces and ears that tend to point in the direction that they are concentrating on. All ragdolls have blue eyes as they are a pointed breed. Eyes intensity of blue can vary depending on the lines. But ALWAYS blue.
The ragdoll is a relatively healthy breed. And love to play long into adulthood. I would say they tend to be kittens for all their lives. Ragdolls are strong and well built muscular cats.
The WCF also recognises the Ragamuffin, a closely related, but separate breed. These are recognised in any colour and pattern, including pointed.
Russian
Russian Blues are gentle, genteel cats, and are usually reserved, or absent, when strangers are around. When they're with their own beloved humans, however, they are affectionate and playful. Russian Blues are active but not annoyingly so. They like nothing better than to spend time retrieving a favorite toy or chasing sunbeams. They willingly entertain themselves, but prefer that their favorite humans join in the fun. When you're home, they follow you around, unobtrusive but ever-present companions. The slight upturn to the corners of the mouth makes most Russian Blues appear to be forever smiling.
Russian Blues like their usual routine and dislike environmental changes more than the average cat. They particularly dislike changes to their dinner schedule. They are also fastidious about their litter boxes and will complain if they're not spic and span.
The members of this breed are polite, quiet, and well-behaved. It is easy to train them to stay off counters and out of off-limit areas with a simple 'No', but Russian Blues seem to think politeness should go both ways and take offense at being made to look silly. You can trust them to know when you're laughing at them and they won't soon forget it either.
In CASA we also accept Russian White, Russian Black and Russian Blue & Brown Tabbies.
Russian Blues like their usual routine and dislike environmental changes more than the average cat. They particularly dislike changes to their dinner schedule. They are also fastidious about their litter boxes and will complain if they're not spic and span.
The members of this breed are polite, quiet, and well-behaved. It is easy to train them to stay off counters and out of off-limit areas with a simple 'No', but Russian Blues seem to think politeness should go both ways and take offense at being made to look silly. You can trust them to know when you're laughing at them and they won't soon forget it either.
In CASA we also accept Russian White, Russian Black and Russian Blue & Brown Tabbies.
Scottish Fold
Scottish Folds are intelligent, sweet-tempered, soft-spoken, and easily adaptable to new people and situations. They are very loyal and tend to bond with one person in the household. While they will usually allow others to cuddle and pet them, their primary attachment becomes quickly clear as they single out their chosen humans. They thrive on attention, but it must be on their own terms.
Despite their devotion, they are not clingy, demanding cats and usually prefer to be near you rather than on your lap. They enjoy a good game of fetch now and then as well, and keep their playful side well into adulthood. Despite the breeding and health difficulties, Folds have certainly earned their standing in the cat fancy.
Despite their devotion, they are not clingy, demanding cats and usually prefer to be near you rather than on your lap. They enjoy a good game of fetch now and then as well, and keep their playful side well into adulthood. Despite the breeding and health difficulties, Folds have certainly earned their standing in the cat fancy.
Siamese
Some cats seem to think that a purr or a friendly rub speaks louder than words. Siamese are not of this school of thought and are known for their talent for communicating their ideas and desires clearly to their chosen humans. If you can't be drawn into dialogue, they're happy to keep up a running monologue for your enlightenment. No meaningless meows, these, but real attempts at communication, according to Siamese fans. To some cat lovers, who prefer their felines to be seen and not heard, the Siamese rasp (some would say yowl) can be a bit annoying. But Siamese worshipers wouldn't have it any other way.
Determinedly social and very dependent upon their humans, Siamese crave active involvement in your life. Like Mary's little lamb, they want to follow wherever you may go. Siamese can be unpredictable in their behavior and can appear aloof and disinterested, but it's all an act. Siamese need to be treated with respect and patience and require lots of affection if they are to develop a close, caring relationship with their human companions. Siamese will pine if left too often alone.
Determinedly social and very dependent upon their humans, Siamese crave active involvement in your life. Like Mary's little lamb, they want to follow wherever you may go. Siamese can be unpredictable in their behavior and can appear aloof and disinterested, but it's all an act. Siamese need to be treated with respect and patience and require lots of affection if they are to develop a close, caring relationship with their human companions. Siamese will pine if left too often alone.
Singapura
The Singapura has an enchanting personality. To be owned by a Singapura is like having another member of the family, a caring affectionate and sensitive friend. They have soft, gentle voices and love and genuinely seem to need their humans. Being vigorous cats, they are active and lively, with a love of warmth.
Akin to the Burmese, they are mischievous, intelligent and inquisitive, and will investigate anything thoroughly and want to be involved in all their human's activities. The Singapura is one of the world's smallest breeds of cats, distinguished by its large eyes and ears and blunt tail. The coat is short, silky, close lying and requires minimal grooming. The coat colour is called sepia agouti or brown ticked agouti, described as "dark brown ticking on a warm old ivory ground color". It is the only colour in which Singapuras are found. Their small stature makes them gentle cats, but they are also very interactive cats and get along remarkably well with other pet animals.
The Singapura is a rare and highly sought after cat due to their small litter size and limited gene pool. Those lucky enough to own a Singapura greatly enjoy the charm of this mischievous, good-natured and gentle breed.
The Singapura has an enchanting personality. To be owned by a Singapura is like having another member of the family, a caring affectionate and sensitive friend. They have soft, gentle voices and love and genuinely seem to need their humans. Being vigorous cats, they are active and lively, with a love of warmth.
Akin to the Burmese, they are mischievous, intelligent and inquisitive, and will investigate anything thoroughly and want to be involved in all their human's activities. The Singapura is one of the world's smallest breeds of cats, distinguished by its large eyes and ears and blunt tail. The coat is short, silky, close lying and requires minimal grooming. The coat colour is called sepia agouti or brown ticked agouti, described as "dark brown ticking on a warm old ivory ground color". It is the only colour in which Singapuras are found. Their small stature makes them gentle cats, but they are also very interactive cats and get along remarkably well with other pet animals.
The Singapura is a rare and highly sought after cat due to their small litter size and limited gene pool. Those lucky enough to own a Singapura greatly enjoy the charm of this mischievous, good-natured and gentle breed.
Snowshoe
Breeders brave enough to take on the Snowshoe challenge find that the cat pays back the effort in love and affection. Anyone looking for an aloof, standoffish cat need not apply for Snowshoe ownership, fanciers claim that Snowshoes don't realize that they're cats; they consider themselves people. They love to touch and be touched. Very intelligent, they can be taught a number of tricks. Snowshoes are also known for their fascination with water and on occasion will climb into the tub for a swim, as long as it's their idea. While not as loud or vocal as the Siamese, Snowshoes are never at a loss for words.
Sphynx
Somali
Sphynx
Somali
Thai
Some cats seem to think that a purr or a friendly rub speaks louder than words. Thai are not of this school of thought and are known for their talent for communicating their ideas and desires clearly to their chosen humans. If you can't be drawn into dialogue, they're happy to keep up a running monologue for your enlightenment. No meaningless meows, these, but real attempts at communication, according to Thai fans. To some cat lovers, who prefer their felines to be seen and not heard, the Thai rasp (some would say yowl) can be a bit annoying. But Thai worshipers wouldn't have it any other way.
Determinedly social and very dependent upon their humans, Thai crave active involvement in your life. Like Mary's little lamb, they want to follow wherever you may go. Thai can be unpredictable in their behavior and can appear aloof and disinterested, but it's all an act. Thai need to be treated with respect and patience and require lots of affection if they are to develop a close, caring relationship with their human companions. Thai will pine if left too often alone.
Determinedly social and very dependent upon their humans, Thai crave active involvement in your life. Like Mary's little lamb, they want to follow wherever you may go. Thai can be unpredictable in their behavior and can appear aloof and disinterested, but it's all an act. Thai need to be treated with respect and patience and require lots of affection if they are to develop a close, caring relationship with their human companions. Thai will pine if left too often alone.
Tonkinese & Tibetan
The Tonkinese has a winsome personality, not surprising since the Burmese and Siamese are prized for their temperaments. Faithful followers say the Tonkinese has the best of both breeds. His voice is milder in tone than the Siamese; however, he does believe in feline free speech and wants to share all of the day's adventures with you when you come home in the evening. The Tonkinese craves, and returns, affection and companionship. Unlike the rest of your busy family, he will always join you for dinner. He has an unflagging enthusiasm for life and life's pleasures, and loves interactive toys such as human fingers and the tails of his cat companions. He makes every close encounter a game. While Tonkinese cats willingly adapt to humans and animals alike, they may annoy more sedate breeds and therefore might do better with members of their own breed or other active breeds.
Tonkinese are particularly popular among cat lovers who remember the original Siamese and want a cat with a less extreme body style than currently exists in the show Siamese. The waiting list can therefore be long, since numbers are currently low.
Tonkinese come in three pattern varieties - Solid (or Sepia) with yellow to green eyes, similar to the Burmese pattern; Mink with aquamarine eyes, a semi-pointed pattern between the Burmese and Siamese pointed patterns and Pointed with blue eyes, similar to the Siamese pattern.
Tibetans are the semi-longhair variety of Tibetan. One could say Tibetans are to Tonkinese as Balinese are to Siamese.
Tonkinese are particularly popular among cat lovers who remember the original Siamese and want a cat with a less extreme body style than currently exists in the show Siamese. The waiting list can therefore be long, since numbers are currently low.
Tonkinese come in three pattern varieties - Solid (or Sepia) with yellow to green eyes, similar to the Burmese pattern; Mink with aquamarine eyes, a semi-pointed pattern between the Burmese and Siamese pointed patterns and Pointed with blue eyes, similar to the Siamese pattern.
Tibetans are the semi-longhair variety of Tibetan. One could say Tibetans are to Tonkinese as Balinese are to Siamese.