Appearance
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Body: Medium to large, cobby (round and muscular)
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Head: Very round with full cheeks
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Eyes: Large, round (copper, gold, blue, green depending on coat color)
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Ears: Small to medium, rounded tips
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Tail: Thick and bushy
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Coat:
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Semi-long to long
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Very dense, plush, and soft
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Less flat-faced than Persians
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🎨 Common Colors & Patterns
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Solid: Blue, cream, black, white, lilac, chocolate
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Golden / Silver:
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Golden shaded (NY11, NY12)
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Golden shell (NY25)
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Silver shaded
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Tabby: Classic, mackerel, spotted
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Bicolor & Tricolor
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Colorpoint (less common)
😺 Temperament
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Calm and gentle
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Affectionate but not overly clingy
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Independent, enjoys personal space
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Quiet voice
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Good with:
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Children
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Other cats
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Cat-friendly dogs
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🏡 Lifestyle Suitability
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Ideal for apartments
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Low to moderate activity level
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Enjoys routine and calm environments
🪮 Grooming & Care
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Brush 2–3 times per week
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Daily brushing during shedding seasons
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Regular:
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Eye cleaning
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Nail trimming
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Ear checks
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Less matting than Persian cats
🩺 Health & Lifespan
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Lifespan: 12–16 years
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