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History
The Templecat is the equivalent of shorthair of the already well established race of the Burmese cat, (known as the Sacred Cat of Burma).
In the same way as the Exotic shorthair cat developed by crossing the Persian cat with others Shorthair cats, the Templecat was also the product of a cross with a Shorthair cat.
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In the case of the Templecat, a Sacred Cat of Burma was crossed with a Oriental shorthair cat tan tabby, being the first offspring a “shorthair sealpoint” and “classic chocolate tabby kitten”, thus proving that the line of Burmese used was a classic tabby under its pattern pointed and also that the “oriental tabby” that it had come from a long line of matings between Oriental had retained the gene pointing, a very pleasant surprise.
The Templecat It was an idea of ​​the Mrs. June Mateer, founding member of Birman Cat Club of New Zealand and member of the NZCF Genetics Advisory Committee. From the first filial crossing, June progressed to the full record of the Shorthair burmese, in Seal, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac, Cinnamon and Fawn. Generational advances are only achieved through crosses.
The challenge was to produce a cat of type and conformation Sacred Cat of Burma (Birman), along with the classic Roman profile and correct markings on both gloves and gauntlets, but with a short, easy-care coat. This was no feat. Similar to the Exotic Shorthair he could not hide his conformational flaws under a long flowing coat, neither could he “Shorthair burmese” Developing.
The breed was recognized as a provisional breed by CATZ Inc. under the temporary name of “Shorthair burmese”, understanding that another breed name would have to be applied for within a specified period. Subsequently, the name of the breed was requested “Templecat”, thus linking the new breed to its already famous progenitors, and this name was granted by the Board of CATZ Inc in August 2001.
Physical characteristics
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CATZ Inc recognizes the Templecat in the eight base colors of Seal, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac, Red, Cream, Cinnamon & Fawn, including variations Tortie and Lynx. The introduction of colors Cinnamon and Fawn has been of special interest to him Templecat. The Templecat Cinnamonpoint they sport a gleaming white coat that contrasts with the warm cinnamon tobacco color of the points.
Character and skills
Similar to the Sacred Cat of Burma (Birman), the Templecat It is a cat with a warm and people-friendly nature, with a cheerful but docile disposition.
Grooming
The coat is short and easy to maintain, with a slightly elastic texture, although still moderately silky to the touch.
Source: catzinc
