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Javanese (cat)
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The Javanese is a breed of domestic cat recognized by cat fanciers as a show cat
, more specifically an oriental longhair.
nor Indonesia
. Genetically they are long-haired Oriental.".
The term "Javanese cat" was coined by a Helen Smith of MerryMews Cattery circa 1950. It is unknown if she had ever traveled to Indonesia
.
as almost a rule have very short hair approximately 2 cm long due to the inclement hot and humid equatorial climate.
Javanese cats are referred to by show cat
fanciers as colourpoint cats: showing odd or "rare" colors; such as red or white, or patternation; tabby and tortie.
It is noted as an intelligent cat and tends to vocalize, though often for no apparent reason. They are notably fond of play, jumping and human contact and allegedly depressed
if regularly not entertained by humans or other pets. Apparently, they are good mouse hunters.
Show cat
A show cat is one that has been judged to be close to the physical ideal for its breed standard at a cat show...
, more specifically an oriental longhair.
Origin
The Javanese cat is not from JavaJava
Java is an island of Indonesia. With a population of 135 million , it is the world's most populous island, and one of the most densely populated regions in the world. It is home to 60% of Indonesia's population. The Indonesian capital city, Jakarta, is in west Java...
nor Indonesia
Indonesia
Indonesia , officially the Republic of Indonesia , is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 13,000 islands. It has 33 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a republic, with an...
. Genetically they are long-haired Oriental.".
The term "Javanese cat" was coined by a Helen Smith of MerryMews Cattery circa 1950. It is unknown if she had ever traveled to Indonesia
Indonesia
Indonesia , officially the Republic of Indonesia , is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 13,000 islands. It has 33 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a republic, with an...
.
Classification
According to the Cat Fanciers' Association, the term "Javanese" is somewhat redundant- the more preferred term is: "Oriental with points". The Oriental cat with points is the so-called Siamese.Features
The so-called "Javanese cat", as distinct from the literal domestic cats of Java, have long, silky coats in a variety of colors. The naive perversity of the name is not evident as the felix vulgaris of JavaJava
Java is an island of Indonesia. With a population of 135 million , it is the world's most populous island, and one of the most densely populated regions in the world. It is home to 60% of Indonesia's population. The Indonesian capital city, Jakarta, is in west Java...
as almost a rule have very short hair approximately 2 cm long due to the inclement hot and humid equatorial climate.
Javanese cats are referred to by show cat
Show cat
A show cat is one that has been judged to be close to the physical ideal for its breed standard at a cat show...
fanciers as colourpoint cats: showing odd or "rare" colors; such as red or white, or patternation; tabby and tortie.
It is noted as an intelligent cat and tends to vocalize, though often for no apparent reason. They are notably fond of play, jumping and human contact and allegedly depressed
Depression (mood)
Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behaviour, feelings and physical well-being. Depressed people may feel sad, anxious, empty, hopeless, helpless, worthless, guilty, irritable, or restless...
if regularly not entertained by humans or other pets. Apparently, they are good mouse hunters.