Brazilian Shorthair cat

Federations: WCF

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As the name suggests, the Brazilian Shorthair cat He is originally from Brazil..
The history of this breed is relatively recent, since it is assumed that their ancestors are the cats brought to South America -and in particular to Brazil- by the Portuguese colonizers in the early 16th century. In fact, they carried domestic cats on their boats to hunt pests like rats and mice. With the time, some of them ended up breeding with the local cat population already present in Brazil.

These cats arrived by boat and were domesticated. But once in Brazil, they turned into feral cats. In fact, how they were left in place for some, and escaped for others, they returned to nature. This situation lasted for centuries, more specifically until the decade of 1980.

Paulo Samuel Ruschi – creator, president of the Confederacao de Felinos Do Brasil (CFB) afiliada a la World Cat Federation (WCF) and the first cat club in Rio de Janeiro – emigrated to the United States, and was the first to carry out a study comparing the genetics and the different morphological aspects of cats commonly observed in the main cities of Brazil with those of other large cities in the world.. The result was very clear, since it verified that the population of Brazilian cats was quite homogeneous in terms of their appearance, and that it differed significantly from the alley cats of other big cities of the world.

From these general data, Paulo Samuel Ruschi decided to launch, already in 1985, a broader study program aimed at collecting information on Brazilian stray cats in order to develop a national breed. He organized with three other breeders to observe as many cats as possible in three different cities.: Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre and Caera.

The four of them walked the streets of these three cities and wrote down the morphological characteristics -shape of the body, head, legs, snout, nose, eyes, tail and fur- of all possible cats. They found that, despite the distance between the cities, their appearance was very similar.

Based on these similarities, they drew up a standard for what they called the brazilian short hair: medium-sized, strong and muscular body, head characteristically small and longer than wide, big eyes, round and expressive, and a short, tight coat. Next, selected no less than 40 cats from the three cities to start a breeding program.

The Brazilian Shorthair was recognized as a breed in its own right by the BFC in 1994. That same year, an application for recognition was submitted to the World Feline Federation (WCF). The president of the WCF, Annelise Ackmann, traveled to Brazil to observe the cats and meet the WCF members who founded the breed. Shortly after his return to Germany, where the WCF headquarters is located, the standard of Brazilian Shorthair proposed by WCF was examined in detail by the organization. WCF decided to accept cats as Celtic shorthair cat, a breed also known as European shorthair cat. He came to the conclusion that they had many similarities to the European cats from which they were descended..

Paolo Samuel Ruschi contested this decision and pointed out the differences between the two races. In effect, in the European shorthair cat, the body should be medium to large and well muscled, big head, and not all coat colors are accepted. On the other hand, the Brazilian Shorthair cat has a medium size body, a longer head than it is wide and all coat colors are accepted.

The fact that he himself was a senior judge in the WCF helped Paulo Samuel Ruschi defend his position before the commission., relying on many documents and photographs. He even brought representatives of the races to support his arguments with examples. He kept pushing for a standard for Brazilian short hair to be recognized and, Therefore, the recognition of the race as such. Their efforts ended up paying off, since the institution did it in 1998.

But, was the only one. In fact, the other official bodies that were consulted, as the American Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA), el British Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF), la International Cat Association (TICA) o la Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFé) se negaron a reconocer la raza. Todos utilizaron más o menos el mismo argumento: como estos ejemplares son el resultado de la reproducción de gatos callejeros, no pueden corresponder de ninguna manera a los criterios necesarios para hablar de una raza felina propiamente dicha.

In the news, the breeders keep working, always seeking to improve the characteristics of the breed. in your country of origin, the CFB issues a provisional registration for the cats presented to it whose characteristics are close to the standard, and a definitive record for those who are fully compliant.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat still very unknown today, even in your country of origin. Nowhere has he acquired much notoriety, which is most easily explained by the fact that the breed is still new and in full development. The opposition of the main world official organizations (the International Cat Federation, the International Cat Association, the Cat Hobbyists Association in America, the Governing Council of Cat Fancy in Great Britain…), with the notable exception of the World Cat Federation (WCF), obviously does not help to improve the situation.

In fact, the number of breeders Brazilian Shorthair cat still very low, and this is so all over the world: there are only a dozen of them, half in Brazil. There is no, for example, none in europe, and only a handful in America. But, the large population of these small felines on the streets of Brazil represents a huge breeding ground for their development. In fact, in Brazil, even individuals can present their cat to the Confederación de Felinos Do Brasil (CFB) for registration, as soon as it meets the criteria of the breed standard.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat is a medium-sized cat with a semi-cobby complexion. Its body stocky and muscular has a broad, round chest and ends in a tail that tapers towards its rounded tip. Rises over legs strong and medium in size, that end in feet round.

The head is relatively small and longer than wide. The head is dominated by ears medium-sized, rounded at the tip and with tufts of hair at the base. The eyes they are big, round and expressive, they are quite far apart and match the color of the coat. The nose is the same width throughout its length. The lower jaw and the chin are strong and slightly prominent. Last, the slightly curved nasal bone at the level of the eyes gives it a rather particular profile.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat does not have undercoat, but he has thick and silky hair. The standard accepts all coat colors.

Last, this breed does not present any particular sexual dimorphism: males and females are identical in size.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat he is a very cuddly and affectionate cat, that does not tolerate loneliness and requires a lot of attention and tenderness. To keep them happy, their owners must have time to spend with them and not leave them alone for many hours of the day.

They enjoy interacting with all members of their family and they especially like children, for those who are excellent playmates; the same happens in reverse.

Being sociable by nature, it is perfectly conceivable that you share your home with another animal. They generally enjoy the company of other cats., especially if they are as active as they. It is also perfectly conceivable that your cat lives with a dog, especially if they live together since they were little. On the other hand, the utmost caution is required with birds or small rodents. It is better to keep them in a safe place, like a cage, since a cat's hunting instinct can be awakened at any time.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat not only energetic, but also very agile and curious. But, They can live both in a house with a garden and in an apartment, as long as it is spacious enough and they have the possibility to exercise. If you do not have access to the outside or there are no trees, a suitable cat tree is essential, so you can exercise your agility and have a perch to hide in. Unlike many of his peers, it is also very adaptable. These may include, moving in with your cat is much less of a problem for a Brazilian Shorthair cat than for many other races, as they quickly appropriate their new environment.

His curiosity and his ability to adapt also give him an unbridled character. This little cat is a good hunter, always eager to discover a new environment, and he likes to watch over his territory, which can be very extensive. Thus, no wonder they sometimes disappear for several days.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat does not require much maintenance, since it has a short coat and has no undercoat. Brushing once a week is enough to remove dead hair.
At the same time, you can wipe the corners of their eyes with a damp cloth to make sure they stay clean, and thus reduce the risk of eye diseases in cats.

You also have to check if the ears are infected and clean them with a damp cloth.

The weekly maintenance session is also an opportunity to brush the teeth and check that there are no problems in this area. (caries, tartar deposits, etc.). In addition to the risk of bad breath for the cat, lack of dental care can lead to various diseases, some of them very serious (for example, septicemia).

Last, natural wear and tear is usually enough to file the nails of a Brazilian shorthair that is capable of running outside and scratching trees. However, it is advisable to check every month if this is the case and, otherwise, trim them manually. The same should be done with an individual confined indoors, that you should have a scratching post at your disposal to prevent your claws from growing too fast or from making them on furniture.

Whether it's ear care, the eyes, your cat's teeth or nails, don't hesitate to ask a vet or groomer for help the first time, to make sure you know how to do it correctly. It also, it is better to accustom your pet to these manipulations from a young age, so that everything goes well later.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat seems to be in fairly robust health. But, as this breed is still new and in the process of development, there is not enough time to accurately identify certain diseases to which you may be predisposed.

One thing remains true: as in the case of any race, regular veterinary care is the best way to keep your cat in good health. This includes the inevitable health check at the vet.: must be done at least once a year, allows early detection of any disease and guarantees that the cat is up to date with its vaccinations.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat it is not a demanding animal, but it is necessary to provide him with a diet of sufficient quality to satisfy his nutritional needs. Both the products chosen and the amount given each day should be adapted to their age and activity level..

As their physical activity is generally quite high, not especially prone to obesity. But, if they live in a flat, they tend to be less active, so the problem is more likely to arise. This is even more true if he has been neutered, since neutered cats gain weight more easily. So, to keep your cat healthy, you should make sure to weigh it about once a month. If your cat is persistently overweight, or even if it gets worse after several consecutive measurements, You must take charge or risk trapping him in a vicious cycle.: the fatter i am, less will want to move. Then it is necessary to go to the vet to determine the origin of the problem (disease, side effects of a medication, choosing an inappropriate food, daily ration too large, etc.) and remedy it.

Last, like any cat, the Brazilian Shorthair cat must have water available at all times.

The Brazilian Shorthair cat it is one of the rarest cat breeds. So, it's hard to get one, since there are no breeders in Europe.

The situation is not much better in the United States, where there are very few hatcheries of Brazilian Shorthair cat. They generally offer their kittens for a few 1000 $.

Even if you are heading to your home country, Brazil, it's hard to find one, again due to the reduced number of hatcheries. The price of a kitten Brazilian Shorthair cat often haunt them 1500 Brazilian real (something more of 200 EUR).

In the case of an adoption abroad, transport costs and administrative costs are added to the purchase price and, of course, It is necessary to respect the legislation regarding the importation of animals.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a cat of the breed "Brazilian Shorthair cat" you know certain factors. You must take into account their character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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