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The ExoticsExotic Shorthair Exotic Shorthair Breed of cat Not to be confused with Oriental Shorthair. The Exotic Shorthair is a breed of cat developed as a short-haired version of the Persian. The Exotic is similar to the Persian in appearance with the exception of the short dense coat.[1] Quick facts Origin, Foundation bloodstock ... Exotic Shorthair Ginger Exotic Shorthair Origin United States Foundation bloodstock American Shorthair Persian Cat Burmese (occasionally) Russian Blue (occasionally) Breed standards CFA standard FIFe standard TICA standard GCCF standard Domestic cat (Felis catus) Close History In the late 1950s, the Persian was used as an outcross by some American Shorthair breeders. This was done in secret in order to improve their body type, and crosses were also… (Source: Wikipedia)
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