United States
10-16
3.5-5.5 kg
Short
All colors and patterns
The American Wirehair is a breed of domestic cat that originated in upstate New York in 1966. As of 2017, though the breed is well-known, it is ranked as the most rare of the 41 CFA breeds, with only 22 registered that year. Its wiry, springy coat is unique among cat breeds.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| ID | 27eeeb71-f4b4-4dfa-b074-fa97b308418a |
| Name | American Wirehair |
| Origin | United States |
| Temperament | Affectionate, Calm, Easy Going, Gentle, Playful |
| Life Span | 10-16 |
| Weight | 3.5-5.5 kg |
| Length | 30-40 cm |
| Coat Length | Short |
| Coat Colors | All colors and patterns |
| Eye Colors | Gold, Copper, Hazel, Green, Blue |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Shedding Level | 3/5 |
| Grooming Needs | 2/5 |
| Exercise Needs | 3/5 |
| Affection Level | 4/5 |
| Friendliness | 4/5 |
| Kid Friendly | 4/5 |
| Pet Friendly | 4/5 |
| Playfulness | 4/5 |
| Energy Level | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 |
| Vocalization Level |
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| Health Issues | Generally healthy; may carry genetic predisposition to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). |