American Wirehair — breed standard (CFA & TICA: size, coat, temperament, type)

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Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The distinguishing feature is a wired coat that is springy, dense, resilient, coarse, and hard to the touch; a straight-coat variation may also be shown (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The wired coat is medium in length, with individual hairs crimped, hooked, or bent, and curly whiskers are desirable (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The head is round with prominent cheekbones and a well-developed muzzle; the ears are medium, slightly rounded at the tips, and set wide (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The eyes are large, rounded, bright, and clear, set well apart with a slight upward aperture tilt, and their color should complement the coat (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* All colors and patterns are accepted (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Penalties apply for a deep nose break and a close-lying coat (CFA).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Disqualifications include an incorrect coat and a kinked or abnormal tail (CFA).