American Shorthair
These hardy and strong cats were brought over to North America in the 16th century, and are ancestors to European cats.  They were originally appreciated for their strength and hunting skills.  This breed has been recognized since the early years of the 20th century.

Colour
White (pure white), Blue (pale blue grey), Cream (buff), Black (pure black), Red (dark red), Shaded Silver (white undercoat with black tips), Shell Cameo (white undercoat with red tips), Bicolour (white with black, red, blue or cream patches), Red Smoke (white undercoat with deep red tipping), Blue Smoke (white undercoat with deep blue tips), Black Smoke (white undercoat with black tips), Chinchilla Silver (pure white undercoat with black tips), Shaded Cameo (white undercoat with long red tips), Blue Cream (blue with cream patches), Van Pattern (white with auburn patches), Tortoiseshell Smoke (white undercoat with black, red and cream tips in tortie pattern), Tortoiseshell (black with red and cream patches), Dilute Calico (white with blue and cream patches), Calico (white with black and red patches), Cameo Tabby (off white with red classic or mackerel markings), Cream Tabby (pale cream with buff classic or mackerel markings), Brown Tabby (brown with black classic or mackerel markings), Blue Tabby (pale blue with deep blue classic or mackerel markings), Patched Tabby (silver, brown or blue with black, dark grey, or red/cream patches in classic or mackerel pattern), Silver Tabby (silver with black classic or mackerel markings), Red Tabby (red with red classic or mackerel markings)

Coat Length
Short

Type of Fur
Thick and course

Size
Stocky medium

Further Information
They have a strong body, and dense fur.  They have a muscular jaw, designed for killing prey.  They are good hunters, and very curious. These cats have lots of energy, and are very hardy. Their heads are round and fairly large.  Their large paws match their coat colour, they have pink noses, and rounded ears.

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