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American Longhair
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
The American longhair is not a specific cat breed, although aficionados are encouraging cat fancy associations to recognize this unique feline. For now, the term American longhair is used to indicate a cross between a Persian cat and an American shorthair cat.
American longhair cats are typically medium-sized, reflecting the size and weight of their parents. Their coats come in a variety of colors and patterns and in varying degrees of thickness. There is sometimes confusion concerning the American longhair cat vs the Maine coon cat. This stems from the description of the Maine coon as America’s original longhair cat.
Care
American longhair cats have no special nutritional needs. Their only requirement is a high quality meat-based diet.
Like their Persian parent, the American longhair cat often has a very fine undercoat that requires frequent brushing to prevent mats from forming, and to prevent hairballs.
Regular ear cleaning might be necessary, and you will probably want to clip your cats claws, too.
American longhair cats are playful, but less active than high-energy breeds such as the Abyssinian. These cats need scratching posts and toys, and they will almost certainly appreciate window seats and cat trees.
The average American longhair cat is a healthy, robust individual without any specific health problems. Since these cats are of mixed heritage, they tend to display the best of both breeds.
Characteristics
Affection Level
80%
Activity Level
50%
Pet-Friendly
80%
Kid-Friendly
80%
Sociability
100%
Intelligence
70%
Playfulness
60%
Independence
40%
Vocality
40%
Grooming
80%
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.