I. The origin of the Cymric cat
Regarding the origin of the Cymric cat, the general theory is as follows: In the 1960s, the short-haired Manx cats in Canada gave birth to long-haired kittens, which are long-haired variants of the Manx cats. The Cymric cat was gradually formed after pure breeding. Because the origin of the Manx cats is located on the Irish Sea Island between Ireland and Wales, these cousins of the Manx cats were named Cymric.
II. The coat color of Cymric cats
Cymric cats have a variety of coat colors, except for chocolate, mauve cats and Himalayan type cats, all colors of Cymric cats will be recognized as long as the eye color and coat color match.
- Morphological characteristics of Cymric cats
Because of its tailless nature, the Cymric cat can stand out among many cats, but you may not know that not all Cymric cats are tailless, some Cymric cats also have tails. Currently Cymric cats can be divided into three types according to their tails: the tailless Cymric cat, the stump-tailed Cymric cat and the short-tailed Cymric cat. The tailless Cymric cat, as the name implies, has no tail; the stump-tailed Cymric cat has only a little tail vertebrae at the tail; and the short-tailed Cymric cat has a tail, but they have a shorter tail compared to other cats.
Detailed morphological characteristics description of Cymric cats
Head: Round.
Eyes: Large and round.
Nose: Short and straight.
Ears: Medium-sized, with rounded tips.
Limbs: The front limbs are shorter than the hind limbs, and the limbs are straight.
Feet: Large and rounded paws.
Tail: No tail, stumpy tail or short tail.
Coat: Long hair, thick coat, and a wide variety of colors, with over 30 species. All colors of Cymric cats are recognized, except for chocolate and mauve cats and Himalayan type cats, as long as the eye color matches the coat color.
Cymric cats are long-haired cats with coats that have an upper coat and an inner fleece. Cymric cats have a thicker inner down coat, while the upper coat is softer and shiny. Although they are long-haired cats, their coats are not as difficult to take care of as you might think. Combing the coat once a day in the morning and evening, paying attention to the nutrition of the cat’s diet, and using conditioner for the cat can make the cat’s coat more soft and healthy.
- Cymric cat personality characteristics
The Cymric cat is a suitable for domestic cats, they have a good temperament, and they are also very affectionate to people, whether it is the owner or strangers, they will be more receptive to socialization, as long as a little teasing them, they will be with you to a gentle response. However, if you only play the same game with the cat for a long time, then the cat will feel bored and turn away.
In addition to getting along well with people, Cymric cats can also coexist peacefully with other animals. We need to remind owners of the following two points: 1. Do not let Cymric cats share food or water bowls with other cats or dogs; 2. If you have more than one cat, be sure to prepare more than one litter box. In addition, animals also have their own way of communication, for example, when they want to determine who is the “leader” of the territory, there may be some arguments, the owner can let them solve the problem themselves. If the animals fight with each other may cause injury, the owner will have to intervene.
If there are children at home, the owner does not have to worry that the cats will hurt the children, because they are also very gentle with children. Provided of course that the children do not act towards the cats in a way that makes them feel that their lives are in danger. Although Cymric cats are suitable for home ownership, they are not “at the mercy of others” like Ragdolls. If you keep holding them until they get bored, they will push you away, and if they are not interested in your call, they may find other things to do alone that will interest them more.
Because Cymric cats are smart, they are also easy to train. When training a cat, the owner should take the right amount of time to train, too short to let the cat understand what they are doing, and too long to train will make the cat bored. Of course, even the most intelligent cats, in order for them to really master a skill, the owner has to keep repeating the training.
- Cymric cat care knowledge
Cymric cats are long-haired cats, so it is only natural that their coat care becomes the focus of daily maintenance. In order to make the Cymric cat’s coat more shiny, the owner must first pay attention to a reasonable nutritional mix in the diet. For cats that eat homemade cat food, if the owner is unable to scientifically match the food, the cat may suffer from dry hair and frequent hair loss due to insufficient nutritional intake. Of course, if the cat eats cat food, the owner does not have to worry too much, the regular manufacturers of cat food are formulated according to the physical needs of the cat, even if the cat only eats cat food will not be malnourished.
The second way to make your cat’s hair more soft and shiny is to comb it regularly. If the owner has plenty of time, the cat can be combed once a day in the morning and once in the evening, or at least once if you are pressed for time. Combing massages the cat’s body and promotes blood circulation, while also removing dead hair that has not fallen out, etc. After the cat’s hair growth environment is improved, the hair can naturally be healthier.
Properly bathing the cat can actually nourish the cat’s hair, but when bathing the cat, the owner must use a special bathing gel for cats, do not let them use the bathing gel or shampoo you use, etc. At the same time, the owner must also pay attention to the frequency of bathing the cat. Generally, a bath for the cat once a month will achieve the purpose of cleaning. After the bath, the owner should immediately use a hair dryer to dry the cat’s fur, otherwise it is likely to cause the cat to catch a cold, etc.
In order for the cat to better adapt to family life, the owner will generally provide appropriate daily training for the cat. Cymric cats are very intelligent and owners will learn the skills you want to teach them in a relatively short period of time as long as they can guide them patiently. In addition to basic life skills, if you have enough time and interest, you can also teach them to develop some star skills, such as pretending to be shot and fall to the ground, etc. are something most cats can master.
- Cymric cat Feeding Essentials
Cymric cats are long-haired cats, so owners can prepare more food for their cats that is good for their hair growth. We all know that vitamin A and vitamin B6 play a good role in maintaining the health of the cat’s coat, so owners can let their cats eat foods rich in these vitamins. However, vitamin supplements should be in moderation, for example, the right amount of vitamin A can brighten the cat’s coat, however, once oversupplied it can cause vitamin A toxicity in cats.
For a healthier cat, owners need to feed their cats regularly and quantitatively. Irregular diet can easily lead to damage to the cat’s stomach and intestines, which usually manifests as indigestion, lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, etc. Usually, a healthy adult cat knows how much to eat at each meal, so if the owner is not home for a long time, you can put more cat food in the food bowl. If the cat cannot control its own food or the owner wants the cat to have the freshest cat food, then you can buy an automatic timer feeder for the cat.
In addition to the main food, the owner should also prepare a little snack for the cat. Snacks not only give cats a treat, but also play an important role in training them. Although commercially available snacks are generally developed specifically for cats, if cats eat too many snacks it is not good for their health, and obesity and other problems will follow. Some owners will make their own snacks for their cats. When making homemade snacks for cats, owners must pay attention to the addition of seasonings, and if there is any uncertainty, they must consult experts in advance, and never make homemade snacks for cats according to their own ideas.
Some cats see the owner eating, they will also have begging behavior, at this time the owner must not be soft to give the cat to eat what you eat. Table food, human snacks, etc. are not suitable for cats. Cats will develop urinary diseases if they eat for a long time, and some cats will also be picky eaters and rummage through the garbage can. Only with good feeding can cats grow up healthier and happier.
