How to Idenitfy A Havana Brown Cat

By John Albers

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Step 1:
Look at the cat's general shape and build. Browns are a small species and rarely stand more than 10 inches at the shoulder and are a little over a foot in length. The average male weighs between 8 and 10 lbs., while the females are a bit smaller at between 6 and 8 lbs. They are generally very thin and sleek with small paws and a very long tail that narrows to a point near the tip.
Step 2:
Examine the cat's fur. True Havana Browns have only one accepted color, a rich mahogany or chocolate that gives them their name. There should be no patterning on the fur, though kittens sometimes have tabby markings that disappear as they mature. The fur should be short and densely packed; to the touch it should be lightweight and incredibly soft. It is often likened to touching mink fur.
Step 3:
Check the cat's head. The Havana Brown's neck is long and slender, which connects to a square shaped skull. The cat's jaw is squared as well, making the snout seem more prominent and jutting than it really is. Wide expressive eyes and forward pointing ears give them a constant inquisitive or curious look. The eyes are always green too. The best way to tell if the cat is a Havana Brown is to examine the nose. If you are looking at the cat from straight ahead, the top of the nose should form a level line with the bottom of the eyes. If the cat does not have this trait then it is not a pedigree Havana Brown. If it does then you're looking at one of the rarest species of domestic cat in the world and should be grateful for the opportunity.

Tips & Warnings

During World War II, this cat breed was almost lost because of unchecked breeding with other random species. As a result this is considered an endangered breed because of the very small breeding population of pedigree Havana Browns that still exist. It's thought there are only about one thousand of these cats in existence today.

Resources

List of credited Havana Brown breeders

Photo/Video Credit

www.acfacats.com/images/HavanaBrown.jpg

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