Colorpoint Shorthair
Overview
The Colorpoint Shorthair is a breed of cat that is closely related to the Siamese. They are known for their striking appearance, with their pointed coats and bright blue eyes.
Temperament
The Colorpoint Shorthair is an active and vocal breed of cat. They are known for their intelligence and playfulness, and enjoy interacting with their owners. They are also highly social cats that get along well with children and other pets.
The Colorpoint Shorthair is a talkative breed, and will often "talk" to their owners in a loud, distinctive voice. They are also known for their love of attention and affection, and will often follow their owners around the house.
Lifespan
The Colorpoint Shorthair has a relatively long lifespan, with an average lifespan of 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, some Colorpoint Shorthair cats have been known to live well into their late teens or early twenties.
Shedding
The Colorpoint Shorthair has a short, smooth coat that requires minimal grooming. They are low to moderate shedders and require occasional brushing to remove loose hair. Additionally, the Colorpoint Shorthair may benefit from occasional baths to keep their coat in top condition.
Kittens
Colorpoint Shorthair kittens are known for their playful and affectionate personalities. They are highly social and require plenty of attention and socialization to become well-adjusted adult cats.
Colorpoint Shorthair kittens are usually ready to go to their new homes at around 12-16 weeks of age. They are typically litter-trained, vaccinated, and microchipped. When adopting a Colorpoint Shorthair kitten, it is important to find a reputable breeder and ensure that the kitten's parents have been health screened for any genetic health issues.
Breed Information
| Popularity: | #30 |
| Origin: | United States |
| Size: | Medium |
| Coat: | Short Glossy Silky |
| Lap Cat: | Yes |
| Life span: | 12-16 years |
| Temperament: | Affectionate Intelligent Playful Social |
| Weight: | Male: 5 - 10 pounds Female: 4 - 8 pounds |
| Colors: | Blue Chocolate Cream Lilac Red Tabby Tortoise Shell |
| Kitten Price: | Average $600 - $800 USD |
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Dog names
| Rank | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cooper | Molly |
| 2 | Toby | Maggie |
| 3 | Dexter | Zoe |
| 4 | Baxter | Piper |
| 5 | Ollie | Dixie |
| 6 | Rusty | Angel |
| 7 | Moose | Millie |
| 8 | Finn | Shelby |
| 9 | Simba | Phoebe |
| 10 | Joey | Athena |
| 11 | Luke | Hazel |
| 12 | Oreo | Macy |
| 13 | Koda | Cleo |
| 14 | Frankie | Baby |
| 15 | Benji | Sassy |