How to Identify a Himalayan Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Rub the belly. Himalayans are medium- to large-sized cats and often have fat reserves around their stomachs.
Step 2:
Check the floor. Himalayan cats are playful but tend to amuse themselves in localized areas. These cats are not muscular and play games that do not involve a great deal of running.
Step 3:
Run your fingers through the hair. This breed has a Persian coat. It is very long and tangles easily. Himalayans' fur is very soft—it has a downy underlayer that thins in the summer but never completely goes away.
Step 4:
Watch its eyes. The eyes of a Himalayan are bright blue. They are, at times, a brilliant green with blue highlights. They are large and often look concerned or inquisitive.
Step 5:
Type the build. These cats' bodies tend to sit low on their legs. They are broad-chested and have wide shoulders and hind quarters to match.
Step 6:
Count the colors. This breed comes in a variety of colors including blue, blue-cream, blue lynx, cream point, chocolate, red, seal or dark bitter chocolate and tortie.

Tips & Warnings

Himalayan cats are sensitive to the emotional state and general disposition of their families. These cats are aware of people's needs and can alter their own behaviors accordingly.
Himalayans like toys that involve human interaction.
This breed requires frequent and thorough brushing to keep its hair from matting.
Remember to occasionally check the anus of a Himalayan to ensure there is no excrement tangled in the fur close to there.

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