Life expectancy

16 years

Height

Medium

Weight

3.5 kg

Coat texture

medium length / coarse-haired / wiry / dense

Coat color

all colors, except chocolate, cinnamon and dilutions

Common illnesses

UV-sensitivity in lighter individuals / because of missing or crimped whiskers some problems can occur: expression, tactile sense, sense of direction, difficulties while hunting, poor auricual-/visual abilitiy in the dark, faulty perception of their environment

Food expenses per month in €

about € 48

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Compatible with other animals

Rather not

First cat suitable

Rather yes

Needs a balcony

Rather not

Needs to go free

Rather not

Activity

Attention

Care and grooming

Nature

playful / social / active / likes to hunt / buoyant

Common illnesses

UV-sensitivity in lighter individuals / because of missing or crimped whiskers some problems can occur: expression, tactile sense, sense of direction, difficulties while hunting, poor auricual-/visual abilitiy in the dark, faulty perception of their environment

Place of origin

Nordamerika

Short description

Characteristic for the American Wirehair is her coarse fur and crimped whiskers. She needs a bit more care than other breeds and does not like to be left alone. Other than that she is very trusting and cuddly. She loves to be outdoors hunting, but when engaged in different activites she is also happy at home. She is very playful and suitable for families.