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Breed information
Length range : 43-48 cm
Height range : 25-30cm
Weight range : 3.2-5.4kg
Coat : Long|straight|thick|full|fine|lustrous|glossy|dense undercoat|flowing coat.
Life expectancy years : 9-15 years (depend on health situation)
Colors: chocolate|seal|lilac|blue|black|flame|red|cream|tortoiseshell|frost|silver|golden|brown|fawn|cinnamon|blue point|lilac point|seal point|chocolate point|red point|cream point.
Activitity Level : Low
Origin: Myanmar
Similar Breeds : Persian|Exotic Shorthair
History
The breed was created to produce a Persian cat with Siamese-style points. Early Himalayans were produced in the United States in the early 1930s through the efforts of Marguerita Gorforth , Virginia Cobb , and Dr. Clyde Keeler. British breeding programs also began in 1935 and resumed after World War II. The breed gained recognition in the mid 1950s and by the 1960s United States registries had accepted it for the show ring. TICA describes the Himalayan as the pointed version of the Persian breed group.
Temperament
Gentle
Personality
placid|gentle|friendly|affectionate|devoted|intelligent|sweet|adaptable
Needs
Needs controlled nutrition , daily exercise encouragement , daily grooming , regular face cleaning , calm handling and home care.
Social Needs
Generally friendly with anyone and everyone and enjoys family companionship when treated gently.
Grooming
The coat requires daily brushing and combing to prevent tangles. The flat face should be cleaned carefully because tear stains may deposit on the face. Regular nail trimming and teeth brushing are recommended.
Nutrition
Nutrition should be controlled because the breed is not highly active and can lose condition or become overweight without diet and exercise management. A high-quality diet with proper protein and nutrients and reliable fresh water is appropriate.
Breed Standard
The ideal Himalayan is a strong , well-balanced cat with excellent boning and musculature and the impression of robust power. It should have a round face with a sweet pleasant expression , large round expressive blue eyes , a cobby body , short thick neck , short straight tail and a long dense coat. The cat should be gentle and amenable to handling.
Did you know?
The Himalayan is also known as the Colourpoint or Himalayan Persian and in Britain has long been known as the Colorpoint Longhair.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, Polycystic kidney disease, Ocular issues, Dental malocclusion and disease, Idiopathic dermatitis and matting
Symtoms
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome
1. Loud snoring , snorting , snuffly breathing , exercise intolerance , open-mouth breathing , panting , gagging , regurgitation or collapse may occur
Polycystic kidney disease
1. Signs may be absent for years
2. Later increased thirst and urination , vomiting , weight loss , poor appetite , lethargy and unkempt coat may occur
Ocular issues
1. Excessive tearing , tear staining , squinting , redness , cloudiness , inward-rolling eyelids and corneal pain may occur
Dental malocclusion and disease
1. Crooked teeth , tartar buildup , halitosis , red swollen or bleeding gums , difficulty chewing , drooling , pawing at the mouth and loose teeth may occur
Idiopathic dermatitis and matting
1. Greasy or flaky skin , painful mats , skin infections , itchiness , overgrooming , undergrooming and dandruff may occur
Onset of symptoms
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome
1. Anatomical traits are present from birth
2. Clinical problems may become more apparent from 6 months to 2 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high because brachycephalic anatomy is inherent though severity may vary
Polycystic kidney disease
1. Cysts are present from birth
2. Clinical kidney failure signs typically appear from 3 to 10 years with average around 7 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Low in tested lines
2. High in untested lines
Ocular issues
1. Tear staining may be present from a few months old
2. Other eye issues may happen at any time and remain a lifelong risk
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high and tear staining may be nearly universal
Dental malocclusion and disease
1. Malocclusion is present when adult teeth erupt around 6 months
2. Tartar buildup and gingivitis may appear by 1-2 years
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high and progression to significant periodontal disease may be likely without aggressive care
Idiopathic dermatitis and matting
1. Grooming challenges may begin when the adult coat develops around 1 year
2. Matting may occur within days if grooming is neglected
Probability Of Onset:
1. Very high and matting may be expected without constant grooming
Reasons
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome
1. No chemical deficiency causes this condition
Ocular issues:
1. Primarily structural
2. Tear film and corneal health may depend on vitamin A
Polycystic kidney disease
1. It is genetic
2. In later kidney failure potassium and B-vitamins may be hard to retain and phosphorus balance may be difficult
Dental malocclusion and disease
1. It is structural and related to lack of space and proper self-cleaning rather than a chemical deficiency
Idiopathic dermatitis and matting
1. Not a direct deficiency
2. Skin and coat health may depend on omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome:
- 1. The text indicates that cool indoor management , stress reduction , harness use and lean body condition may help
2. Surgical correction of nostrils or soft palate may be used in moderate to severe cases
Polycystic kidney disease:
- 1. The guidance says prevention may rely on breeder DNA testing
2. Once kidney failure begins supportive care may include renal diet , hydration support and medicines to manage nausea or blood pressure
Ocular issues
- 1. Daily face cleaning may help
2. Vets may use prescribed eye drops and surgery may be used for entropion , ulcers or sequestration
Dental malocclusion and disease:
- 1. Daily tooth brushing , professional scaling and polishing under anesthesia , possible extractions and continued monitoring may help because dental disease is common in cats
Idiopathic dermatitis and matting:
- 1. Daily combing , professional grooming , bathing with vet-approved shampoo and treatment for skin infection may help. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome :
- 1. No supplement is indicated by the text and keeping the cat lean can,might be helpful for breathing support
Polycystic kidney disease
- 1. Potassium can,might be helpful when blood levels are low under veterinary guidance.
2. B-vitamin complex can,might be helpful during increased urinary losses.
3. Omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for kidney support
Ocular issues
- 1. Omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for tear film support.
2. Lysine can,might be helpful for managing some secondary eye infection concerns though effectiveness is debated
Dental malocclusion and disease
- 1. Ascophyllum nodosum can,might be helpful for plaque support.
2. VOHC water additives can,might be helpful for minor plaque control support
Idiopathic dermatitis and matting
- 1. Omega-3 fatty acids can,might be helpful for skin barrier and inflammation support.
2. Vitamin E can,might be helpful as antioxidant skin support
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