Havana Brown. Learn all about the Havana Brown. The Havana Brown cat is a graceful, people-orientated cat which makes an ideal family pet.

If you are looking for a people-oriented cat that is more dog-like than cat-like, the Havana Brown may be for you.

Certainly if you are looking for a brown cat with a nose, then the Havana Brown fits that bill!

History

Originally known as Chestnut Brown Foreigns, the rare - Havana Brown cat breed originated as the result of breeding a black domestic cat carrying the brown recessive gene and a seal or chocolate point Siamese cat.

As the breed was undergoing further development, an occasional Russian Blue cat was also used.


Several theories exist as to how the breed got its name. Some historians insist it was named after the rabbit of the same colour.

However, most Havana Brown fans choose to believe that the breed got its name because it was the colour of a fine Havana cigar.

Description

The first thing an admirer notices is the cat's glistening mahogany-toned brown coat.

Only one variety is found in the Havana and that is brown. The colour is referred to as mahogany as the coat goes toward the red and not black. The whiskers will also be brown.

Their other incomparable feature is the distinctive head that is slightly longer than it is wide. When viewed in profile, the prominent, broad nose has a definite stop at the eyes.

The medium sized eyes of the Havana Brown are green in colour, oval in shape, expressive, and positioned lower on the head than those of most other breeds. This gives the appearance of a cat looking down its nose.

The resulting high forehead accentuates large, round-tipped ears, which are tilted slightly forward, lending an alert appearance.

Its medium-sized body must be firm and muscular, exhibiting a sense of power, yet also showing definite elegance and gracefulness.

The Havana Brown can be somewhat shy but is graceful and gentle.

The Havana Brown is a curious cat known to use its paws to touch and examine that which interests them. These cats love people and need humanattention.


They are intelligent, playful, affectionate and loyal. Like the Siamese, they demand a lot of attention. Comfortable with indoor life as long as space is not restricted.

Because of the adaptability of this breed, the Havana Brown will adjust to your home/work schedule, but, as with any companion animal, it should never be left alone for long periods of time.

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