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May Cat: Himalayan 
Himalayans are the result of efforts in the 1930s to cross Siamese to Persians in order to understand the inheritance of the Siamese color point gene. Offspring were bred back to Persians to keep the Persian look while maintaining the color points. The name comes from the color pattern found on rabbits and goats originating in the Himalayan Mountains of Asia. The ideal Himalayan cat is identical to all other Persian cats in type, the standard being the same except for the color. The Himalayan cat's eyes are as deep blue as possible. Recognized point colors in the Himalayan cat include seal (dark bitter chocolate), chocolate (milk chocolate), blue, lilac, red (or flame), cream, tortie, blue-cream, seal lynx (tabby) and blue lynx. Some registering associations regard the Himalayan cat as a separate breed. The largest group, the Cat Fanciers Association, decided some years ago to register Himalayan cats as Persian-Himalayans, a division of the Persian breed.
The Himalayan’s gentle and entertaining disposition makes it a popular pet. They share the easygoing personality of Persians. They are playful, affectionate and willing participants in family activities. Though their curiosity is fully intact, they seldom run, jump or climb. They can have a surge of energy and suddenly romp like a kitten , but for most part they are content with a very quiet life. They are quiet cats and are will suited to apartment life where less vocal cats are appreciated. With it’s easygoing, friendly ways, a Himalayan makes an adaptable pet.
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