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History of the origin of the breed

The original cat with protruding ears was born in the USA. Breeder Terri Harris decided in 1997 that it was possible to breed short-legged cats using the Munchkin and American Curl as a basis. The crossing produced offspring with two gene mutations: one mutation was responsible for short legs, the second for curled ears.

The breed was registered by the TICA association. The name was given from the English words kink - “curl”, and low - “low”. The TDCA Toy Breed Association recognized Handsomes in 2008. While the population of kinkalows has reached a modest dozen, exclusives live mainly in the states.

The standard has not yet been finalized; there is only a description of cats today. It is because of this that kinkalows do not take part in exhibitions.

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Description and standards of the Kinkalow cat

The original appearance of the Kinkalow cat cannot be confused with any other breed. Short paws are always combined with curved, protruding ears.

The head is round, like the body itself. The body is flexible, the muscles are developed, but it can hardly be called outstanding. The appearance of the kinkalow is far from bulky or awkward.

The legs appear thick and evenly spaced. The front legs are shorter than the hind legs, and the length of the tail most often exceeds the length of the body.

Kinkalow kittens have straight ears at birth, but already in the first week of life they begin to curl. The ears acquire their final appearance by five months. The auricle is partially bent at an angle of 90-180 degrees.

It is pleasant to stroke cats because their fur is easy to recognize as soft and thick. The undercoat is well developed. The fur of this breed can be long or short.

The colors come out different: it can be a colorpoint or even an albino cat. Most often, chocolate, bicolor, seal, and tabby kittens are born.

Cat sizes and weights

Since the Kinkalow breed was recognized by the Association of Dwarf Cats, it means that the size of the cats is small.
Yes, miniature is the determining factor of these pets: body weight is 1.5-3.5 kg, and height is no more than 16 cm at the withers. Table of approximate weight of kinkalow by month

Appearance

Smooth-haired Europeans have a strong, proportional body with well-developed muscles. Excessive compactness or elegance of the “figure” is considered a disadvantage and a reason for refusal to issue a certificate.

The limbs are proportional, rather long and strong, the paws are round. The head is large, the muzzle is round, but slightly elongated. Well-prominent cheeks, straight nose, powerful chin. The ears are widely spaced, arranged vertically, of medium size, with rounded tips, small tassels are acceptable.

The eyes are slightly angled, expressive, rather large and round. The color of the iris is usually in harmony with the color and can be blue, yellow or green. Hetorochromia is acceptable. The tail is not very long, rather thick and round at the base, tapering somewhat at the tip. Europeans have thick, shiny, elastic fur.

There are many varieties of European Shorthair cat colors available. Today, breeders are increasingly breeding cats of rather rare and unusual colors. They come in silver, white, and gold.

Any patterns are acceptable: brindle, marbled, spotted. The classic of the genre is tabby or wild color, which can be of any combination.

Today there are golden and silver tabbies, marble tabbies and others. Cats can be black, gray, red, gray, smoky, cream.

Kinkalow character traits

They paid attention to the appearance and recognized that it was quite original. Now let's figure out what kind of character is inherent in kinkalow.

Although this cat breed appeared quite recently, it is already possible to identify the characteristic features of its behavior. Kinkaloo kittens are friendly from the moment they begin to understand more or less something in this world. The cat's playfulness and good disposition last until old age.

Cats are good at making contact; they do not like to be without a person. However, they are in no hurry to impose themselves, especially if the owner is busy with something. But they can very well support the company, so the cat welcomes the attention of the household members.

The short stature of the breed is not an obstacle to active pastime. The cat climbs higher and watches with interest the lives of those below. Curiosity will make the fluffy even climb onto the closet if there is something interesting there.

The cat gets along well with other animals in the house due to its natural friendliness and curiosity. Cats also communicate well with children of any age; aggression is alien to them. If they don't like the situation, they get up and leave, switching to another object.

The Kinkalow cat is not particularly talkative. A quiet meow is heard when the animal talks about its hunger or other need.

Raising and training a pet

It has been noted that the Kinkalow cat is smart and inquisitive, which means that it can be trained to use a litter box and the rules of behavior in the house without any problems.

To keep the animal strong and happy, you can conduct lessons outside. This way the muscles will be in good shape, and the contact between the cat and the owner will always be established.

The pet walks calmly on a leash or harness, which is preferable to a free walk. We remember that the furry little paw does not show aggression, but other animals on the street can even behave unfriendly.

Energy and playfulness are adopted. You can watch with interest how the cat gets acquainted with the world of the street, studies crawling insects, and watches the birds.

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Description of the breed:

It has been found that stroking a cat's fur has a positive effect on health and calms the nervous system. And it doesn’t really matter what breed the cat is: an ordinary outbred cat or a well-born cat, they react to affection in exactly the same way. But if you want to buy a purebred cat and are wondering which one to get, you should talk and ask a specialist. Persian cats of all varieties and colors are especially popular. Of all, the chinchilla from the Persian family stands out.

In America, in 1880, a kitten was born from a smoky cat with a silver tabby, from which the same cat, a chinchilla, was later born. This cat was the most famous show winner and his stuffed cat can still be seen today in the National History Museum in London. The chinchilla also has a second name - silver lambkin. This representative can be considered one of the most beautiful breeds of the cat world. They are admired by everyone who sees them. Their fur seems to be covered with thin muslin, which gives the fur an unusually delicate glow. The originality of the color (speckled or tipped) lies in the fact that while the undercoat is the same color, the guard hairs in the upper part are colored in a contrasting color. The name "chinchilla" may confuse you, because... a rodent from North America, which “lent” its name to the cat breed, is colored exactly the opposite. But the name “chinchilla” stuck with this cat.

The first chinchillas were somewhat darker than modern ones and were more similar to the silver and tan ones of today. American chinchillas, as such, ended up in Europe after World War II. European chinchillas are the most graceful and fine-boned, in comparison with other subspecies of Persian cats. But, despite their graceful and imposing appearance, these are strong and hardy cats that have gained recognition and popularity because of their capricious, sweet faces and calm, easy-going character. The chinchilla was a favorite of Princess Victoria, who promoted these cats everywhere. Appearing excessively often on the covers of glossy magazines and on television, chinchillas instantly won universal love and recognition. Particularly popular is the amazingly golden color, which has recently become fashionable in Europe and the States. Cats of this color are very prized; it feels like they give off a glow even in the most boring, stormy weather. The tassels on the ears, chin, chest and tummy are cream, and the eyes and nose are outlined with a black rim. The tip of the nose is dark pink and the eyes are green. Isn’t it true that it’s impossible to resist the charm that these beauties and handsome men emit?

Such a cat requires care, but it is not difficult. Unlike other furry Persians, chinchillas' fur does not mat and therefore does not require constant brushing. It is enough to smooth their fur with a brush twice a week and your pet is well-groomed and smart. But before the exhibition you should definitely buy the animal. There are different ways to prepare wool. Some owners powder the cat with baby powder, while others rinse the cat's fur with a weak solution of vinegar. But, despite various tricks, before the exhibition, the day before, do not forget to carefully, lovingly comb the cat. And when each hair falls separately, your cat will seem to be enveloped in a golden halo and your efforts will not be lost without a trace! This homemade “treasure” will amaze with its sunny beauty not only experts, but also all spectators present at the exhibition of wonderful breeds.

Cat care and feeding

The Kinkalow breed turned out to be not particularly demanding of its habitat; its small stature does not in any way impair its existence.

Maintenance should include not only care and feeding: a playful purr needs a corner where he can frolic, and then relax sweetly in some house or on a lounger.

Care consists of standard procedures. The breed's coat is thick and its coat is shiny and soft. To maintain the fur coat in this condition, it needs to be combed occasionally. Bathing is carried out 2-4 times a year. You can teach an animal to swim from an early age.

Periodically clean the ears and eyes using clean wet wipes or discs.

Claws are trimmed once a month. There should be a scratching post in the house, which will also help keep the paws in order.

Kinkaloo's teeth are strong and the mouth is usually healthy. Veterinarians still advise paying attention to it and brushing your cat’s teeth with a special paste once a week for prevention.

The cat is not prescribed a strict diet. The animal is not inclined to overeat, so a normal balanced diet is allowed. You can choose whether to feed your pet a natural menu or ready-made food. To choose dry or wet food or natural products, you should think in advance.

In any case, the menu should be based on age; veterinarians and professional breeders have long outlined the cat’s diet by month, starting from the birth of the kitten.

The molting period negatively affects the fur coat, so at this time the cat is given vitamins. If the food is natural, then vitamin-mineral complexes are prescribed by the veterinarian in courses.

Character and behavior

Cats quickly adapt both in a city apartment and in a private house. But cats are uncomfortable in a small home space. In a country house they like to walk within the yard. They do not tolerate loneliness, so it is advisable to purchase Asian women in pairs.

They become strongly attached to their owners, demonstrate their love in every possible way: they rub against their legs, accompany them in all movements around the house, love to sit on the arms and purr. They are absolutely non-aggressive, get along well with pets and get along well with small children. Restless, hyperactive and often disobedient. Smart, moderately curious.

It is not recommended to punish cats, much less use physical violence. They remember the insult for a long time and, on occasion, can take revenge, for example, using the offender’s shoes instead of a tray, scratching the wallpaper or scratching their claws on the upholstery of an expensive sofa.

Breed health

The breeder, who decided that the new breed should see the light of day, approached the matter responsibly: this is one of the healthiest cats. She is characterized by endurance and unpretentiousness. With proper care there are practically no problems. The care package includes a visit to the doctor, vaccination, and antiparasitic treatment.

A cat can get feline diseases, but he does not have genetic diseases. Even predispositions to them have not been identified. While this suggests that it is too early to draw conclusions, the breed is on its way to development. Therefore, owners should be careful and protect their cat from typical problems such as infections.

Congenital abnormalities include long legs in kittens and straight ears. They are also purchased, but such individuals are not allowed for breeding.

The usual lifespan of a kinkalow is 10-15 years.

. There are also long-livers among the charmers.

Few nurseries are currently breeding this rare breed. Almost all of them are in the United States. You can knit a pet with a kinkalow, an American curl and a munchkin. The first mating is allowed at the age of 1.5-2 years.

Pregnancy proceeds as usual, and after two months the offspring is born. Kittens are examined and babies with long legs are identified. They do not meet the standards and are sold cheaper due to the fact that they are not suitable for breeding.

Price and where to buy a Kinkaloo kitten

Acquiring such a beautiful miracle is problematic. Basically, nurseries are located in the states, but recently Paramount*UA (Odessa, Ukraine) also began breeding short-legged eared cats.

People like cats, they arouse their interest and desire to have such a cute pet friend. There is a long line for kittens, although the Kinkalow breed is still considered experimental. There is also a queue because different kittens appear in the litter. Some have short limbs and curled ears, while others, non-standard ones, have curled ears and long paws, or ordinary ears and short paws. Sometimes long-legged cats with regular ears appear.

It is likely that more and more breeders will soon take part in breeding, especially when the standard of the species is finally established.

The price of a Kinkalow kitten is 20,000-55,000 rubles

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How to name kittens

The names of the kinkalows match something new and unusual. Well, why call an unusual kitty by an ordinary name? If you call Rex, and a hook-eared cutie with short legs comes running, it will be quite strange. So we sit down and think about what to name a boy or girl with such a funny appearance.

We’ll suggest a number of sonorous nicknames that perky short-legged animals will respond to.
Nickname table

Conclusions about the breed

There are many cat breeds in the world, and the Kinkaloo cat makes it onto the list with its cute mincing gait. It is necessary to summarize the selection work; quite a lot can already be said:

• The appearance of the Kinkalow cat breed is still being formed, but its characteristic features - ears, paws and soft fluffy fur have become a calling card and people like it.
• The nature of the cats is more than pleasant: there is no intrusiveness, although the pets are quite “affectionate”. The animal also cannot be called vocal, which for many seems a plus.
• While no genetic diseases have been identified, the furry's health is good.
• Kinkalows are not demanding in care; the main attention goes only to the fur coat.
• The breed's diet is prepared in the traditional way; no special diet is needed.

The wonderful heir of the American Curl and Munchkin gives the world his quiet purring and is waiting for him to have a loving person next to him!

Purchase and cost

The cost of a kitten depends on the color, class and fame of the parents. You should not buy a baby at bird markets and cheap pet boutiques; the price there is significantly lower than $100-250, but it is not a fact that they will sell a purebred animal and not a crossbreed.

For new breeders, the cost of cull kittens varies from $250-350, while breeding kittens can be purchased for $400-550. But show-class club kittens will cost the future owner $1000-1200 and more.

If a pet is “not quite purebred,” this does not mean that it will be bad or defective, but the owner will have to forget about exhibitions and breeding.