However, a simple and reliable dna test for this condition exists, and responsible breeders screen their breeding cats for this disease to eradicate it from their breeding programme. Kitten purchasers should always check with exotic shorthair kittens for sale near me  the breeder of their new kitten for details of their pkd testing regime. Because of the regular use of persians as outcrosses, some exotics may carry a copy of the recessive longhair gene. When two such cats mate, there is a one in four chance of each offspring being longhaired.

View photos of kittens previously sold or view our galleries at the links at the bottom of the page to help you decide. It is worth bearing in mind that these cats can easily overheat due to the brachycephalic nature of this breed. So, make sure you keep an eye on the temperature in your house in hot weather. During the breeding program, crosses were also made with the russian blue and the burmese. The f�d�ration internationale f�line recognised the exotic shorthair in 1986.

When you buy a kitten from belle ayr you are buying an animal that has  had the best of care from people who really love them. "They aren't very heat-tolerant, since they may have difficulty panting enough to cool themselves off," she says. "Their thick haircoat can also cause them to overheat, so make sure they always have a cool retreat to go to." learn about mon chéri cattery customer experiences of kathleen strodtbeck of tennessee and sally deeb of iowa. View our mon chéri cattery reviews with photos or reviews with videos. See our mon chéri cattery kittens settled in their new forever homes in our gallery of customer submitted photos.

All cats/kittens that are marked as “ready to leave now” can be vet checked and available for delivery or collection within two working days. The exotic has steadily gained popularity among cat fanciers with the help of the devoted advocates of the breed who saw the value in a persian and shorthair crossbreed. As with other flat-faced animals, the exotic's tear ducts are prone to overflowing due to the nasolacrimal duct, which can dampen and stain the face. This can be relieved by periodically wiping the cat's face with a cloth moistened with water or one of the commercial preparations made expressly for the purpose.

They also love toys, so provide a variety, possibly rotating them out every few weeks so your kitty doesn't get bored. And, like most every breed, your exotic shorthair cat will love at least one padded window seat where they can spy on the outside world and chatter at birds. You can also offer them a cat bed of their own, but because they are such lovebugs, it's more likely your exotic shorthair will end up sleeping next to you. The exotic shorthair is a stocky and heavy-boned medium to large cat breed with a large rounded head, full cheeks, small wide-set ears, and large round eyes.

Simple things amuse them whether it is chasing paper balls around the house or watching water drip out of a tap. Exotics are a joy to be around and, thanks to their easygoing nature, they get on well with children and other pets. A breeder called jane martinke proposed that these cats could be a new breed, called the sterling because of their silvery color.

Their bodies are relatively short and compact, with strong thick legs and rounded paws with tufts of fur on the toes. Due to their persian ancestry, these cats are brachycephalic which means they have flat faces and short noses which can predispose them to developing respiratory issues later in life. However, they are loved by families around the world for their teddy bear-like appearance and affectionate natures. They are a relatively new breed in the uk with many admirers and are a happy, healthy and mischievous breed. With an easily maintained coat, they have quickly established themselves as both a striking show cat and a loving pet.