American Longhair
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Origin
United States
Height
10"-14"
Adult Weight
8-15 pounds
Life Span
12-17 years
TEMPERAMENT
Sociable, easygoing, playful, inquisitive
OTHER NAMES
Group
Medium-to-large sized longhair
Price
$100 - $1,000
Personality and Temperament
Care
- NUTRITION
- GROOMING
- EXERCISE
- HEALTH
Characteristics
History
The Breed Standard
Body
The body is medium-sized, well muscled and robust.
Head
The head is typically rounded, with a slight snub nose.
Eyes
The eyes are rounded and alert, with one eye space distance between them. Eye colors typically corresponds to coat colors.
Ears
Ears should be wider at the base and rounded at the tips. Furnishings are desirable.
Legs & Paws
The legs should be shapely and well formed. The paws are rounded and proportionate.
Tail
The American longhair cat has a long, graceful tail with ample plumage. The tail is typically held at an alert angle.
Coat
American longhair cats have thick double coats that shed profusely.
Color
The coat may be of any color or pattern. Gray and silver tabby colors are prevalent. Nose leather and paw pad colors typically correspond to coat colors.