American Curl
- Average lifespan
- 14.6 years[4]
Temperament
Energetic, Affectionate
[1]Background
The breed was developed from Shulamith, a cat with backward-curving ears, using domestic cats to build the population.
[1]Appearance
The body is medium and rectangular, with walnut-shaped eyes and a long tail. Kittens are born with straight ears that later change shape.
[1]Coat and comparisons
Both longhair and shorthair forms occur, and ear curl varies. Ear shape, hair length and coat colour are distinct observations.
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