California Spangled Cat
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Origin
United States
Height
8"-10"
Adult Weight
9-15 pounds
Life Span
9-16 years
TEMPERAMENT
Playful, affectionate, sociable, intelligent
OTHER NAMES
Snow Leopard Cat, King Spangled Cat, American California Spangled Cat, Spangle
Group
Large shorthair
Price
$800 - $1500
Personality and Temperament
Care
- NUTRITION
- GROOMING
- EXERCISE
- HEALTH
Characteristics
History
The Breed Standard
Body
The California Spangled cat is medium large, with a muscular body. Their athletic build makes them one of the energetic domestic cat.
Head
The head is of medium size, and well proportioned to the body. Whisker pads are prominent.
Eyes
The eyes are almond shaped, with at least one eye's width between. They complement the coat color. "Snow Leopard" white California spangled cats have blue eyes while other colors typically display green eyes.
Ears
The ears are medium to small, with rounded tips.
Legs & Paws
The legs are powerful and muscular, while the paws are rounded and proportionate to the legs.
Tail
The tail is long and graceful, with a tapered profile.
Coat
California Spangled cats have soft, plush coats with fine hair.
Color
California Spangled cats may be bronze, gold, brown, black, charcoal, silver, red, blue, or white. All colors display well defined spots, stripes, and rosettes that lend to this cat’s incredibly wild appearance. High contrast between markings and background color is desirable.