Kimryk - description of the breed and character of the cat

Welsh cats or Cymrik (longhair menx) are rare and very unusual felines. They belong to domestic tailless or short-tailed cats.

The history of the breed

Homeland Welsh cats is the island of Man, located next to England. He is the place of appearance of all menskov, contrary to the opinion of Canadian breeders who consider themselves the authors of this breed.

For the first time, tailless cats were mentioned in the 50th year of the 18th century. On a small island of Man, after natural selection, animals appeared with short tails or without them at all, which was a highlight of the local cats. Sometimes long-haired menksy were present in the litter, but this was more the exception and did not meet generally accepted standards.When in Canada in the 60s of the 20th century, the cat led such kittens, they were separated into another breed and were bred accordingly.

Breed features

Cymric is a medium sized cat with a weight of about 5 kilograms. Breed standards for Manx and Cymrik differ only in long hair.

1. Torso By type of cobby, medium size, with a low line of the abdomen, short back, located in one line from head to tail.
2. Head. Round. Its width is slightly less than the length. It has an average size. Cheekbone lines are pronounced. With a massive chin. Vibrissa pillows are quite pronounced. The forehead has a rounded shape.
3. Limbs. With developed muscles, strong, front ones shorter than the back ones. Paws are medium in size with rounded pads. Between the fingers tufts of wool.
4. Eyes. Big size. Round shape. The outer corners are raised towards the ears from the side of the nose. Eye color depends on the color of the animal's hair.
5. Wool. It has an average length or very long. The presence of a thick down undercoat that is longer than the guard hair. Characteristics of the texture of the guard hair depend on the color of the cat and the time of year.On the muzzle and paws, the fur has a shorter length than on the body. Tassels on the ears make the face of Welsh cats especially cute and charming.
6. Tail. Complete absence or very small, miniature cartilage.

Types of tails of Welsh cats:

1. Long tail is the exception rather than the rule. But Cymrik happens too.
2. Tail from one and a half to 8 centimeters in length.
3. The most valuable cats of this breed have no tail at all. Even on the contrary, in the place where the tail should grow - the fossa.

Character traits

Cats of this breed are quite affectionate and love to play. Having powerful hind legs, designed to balance the lack of a tail, they know how to jump perfectly, they can access almost any height in the room.

Welsh cats have outstanding intelligence. They quickly learn and can independently open the door and get everything they want. They have another habit, more characteristic of dogs, to hide or bury dear to themselves things.

Fact! Cymric water is not afraid. Most often they like water treatments and entertainment.

Cats of this breed are not endowed with an expressive cat's voice, but they like to talk or purr cutely, thus creating a dialogue with the owner.Like dogs, they are unusually attached to their owner, they know how to find a common language with the child, as well as the rest of the pets living with them in the same territory. Despite the outward calm, the Cymrik are very sociable cats. They find it difficult to be alone with themselves.

Health and content

Genes, due to which both Manx and Cymrik do not have tails, can influence the health of cats. In the case when both parents are carriers of this gene, the kittens may die before being born. Having a gene from one of the parents, babies may suffer from Manx syndrome. In such animals, the spine can be split, as well as have other disorders. Congenital abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract and genitourinary system can occur.

Fact! As a rule, congenital defects make themselves felt up to six months. Therefore, do not buy a kitten up to 6 months of age. Cymrik usually live no more than 14 years.

The Welsh cat, of course, does not have a luxurious and long tail, but there are nerve fibers in the place where it should have been. This zone in the animal is very sensitive.Therefore, you do not need to grab him by the tail of a piece or "slap on the tailless pope." It can be very painful. When you want to lift a Cymric, you need to support him by the chest with one hand and hold the back of the paws with the other, so as not to burden the spine.

Hygiene procedures are no different from those that require more tailed pets. They must be combed, about once every 3 days, and every day during periods of molting. Brush your ears and teeth every 7-10 days. Sometimes bathe a special cat shampoo or childish without fragrances.

In order for the animal to go to the tray, and not past it, it must be in an accessible place and always be clean. It is best to buy a special toilet for the cat in the pet store, inside which a special basket is placed - thus, the paws and fur of the cat will always remain dry.

The nutrition of the Welsh cat must be balanced and of high quality. It should include all the necessary vitamins and trace elements that are necessary to maintain a pet's coat in a decent form. Since the cat is quite active and mobile, then its food should be appropriate.

Attention! Cymric is not a cat that breeding is easy. Even when crossing perfectly healthy cats with high pedigree data, kittens are born that have many serious pathologies that are incompatible with life.

Possible colors

Cymrik can have different colors and patterns. Organization CFA standard is considered to be such options colors:

• White blue-eyed cat.
• White cat with amber eyes.
• White cat with heterochromia.
• Silver chinchilla.
• Smoke on silver.
• Black, smoky blue.
• Silver.
• Red.
• Mackerel.
• Tortie
• Tabby with white tags.
• Harlequin
• Solid: black, blue, red, cream.

Non-compliant standard is considered to be Himalayan, chocolate, lavender.

What is the price of a Welsh cat?

Where can I buy Cymrika?

Quite an easy task. In the countries of the former Soviet Union to find a certified nursery is quite problematic, and, buying pedigree cats from private breeders, it is easy to run into scams. Unscrupulous sellers sometimes go to the trick to earn money on cute mongrel kittens, they stop their tails. Then they give out for menses, Cymrik and Kurbob.

You can buy Cymrika only abroad, in a nursery with a good reputation. It should carefully check all the documents and the reputation of the seller.

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