American Curl Cats.American Curl Cats information including a profile on the breed description, a brief history , American Curl cats characteristics and temperament, pictures of American Curls and more.

American Curl cats are distinguished by their unique ears that curl back in a graceful arc offering an alert, perky, happily-surprised expression.

History

A litter of kittens was born in 1981 with an unusual backward curl on their ears. This mutation was reproduced. However, these cats are still sometimes born with normal ears, which later develop the curl.

Description

When American Curl Cats are born, their ears are straight. In three to five days they start to curl back staying in a tight rosebud position, unfurling gradually until permanently 'set' at around 16 weeks.

This is the time breeders determine the kitten's ear quality as either pet or show in addition to the kitten's overall conformation.

They are available in both long and shorthair colour and pattern varieties - solid and tabby being the most common - and there is minimal undercoat.

Although the distinctive feature of American Curl cats is their uniquely curled ears, the medium-sized rectangular body, silky flat-lying coat, and expressive walnut-shaped eyes are equally indicative of the breed.

American Curl cats shed very little and therefore require hardly any grooming.

0Characteristics and Temperament

The Curl personality is truly unique. Curls are very people-oriented, faithful, affectionate cats that adjust remarkably fast to other pets, children, and new situations.