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

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

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Korat is a Thai natural breed recognised by TICA in the Traditional category, Solid division, with the colour requirement of Blue ONLY — a silver-tipped blue over the whole coat.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is short to medium, single, lying close to the body.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Eye colour is not usually fully true until 2 to 4 years of age; the breed is noted for an unusually fine, unchallenging disposition.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The TICA standard disqualifies a visible kink, an incorrect number of toes, and white spots or lockets.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is described as long-lived, with many individuals living beyond 20 years.

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The tail is medium in length, heavier at the base and tapering to a rounded tip.