Japanese Bobtail — breed standard (CFA & TICA: size, coat, temperament, type)

Japanese Bobtail — breed standard (CFA & TICA: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Japanese Bobtail is a natural breed originating in Japan, with written records and paintings documenting its presence there for at least 1,000 years.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* TICA first recognized the shorthaired Japanese Bobtail for competition in June 1979; a longhaired variety also exists.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* It is a medium-sized cat: males weigh 8 to 10 pounds and females weigh 5 to 7 pounds.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The distinctive bobbed tail is unique to each cat (a pom-pom of kinks and curves), and its bone extension from the body should be no longer than three inches.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat comes in both shorthair and longhair lengths and any colour or pattern is accepted, with the tri-coloured mi-ke (red, black and white) traditionally favoured.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The CFA disqualifies cats with crossed eyes, a kinked or abnormal tail, an incorrect number of toes, white spots/buttons/lockets, or colours showing chocolate, lavender or the Himalayan pattern.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The TICA standard disqualifies a tail fault, a tail length significantly out of balance with the body, and any temperament showing definite challenge.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The head is triangular with high chiselled cheekbones and large slanted eyes; the body is long and slender with powerful hind legs.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is described as active, athletic and intelligent, with an affectionate and friendly disposition.