LAPERM CAT PERSONALITY AND BREED (ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW)

Would you like to know more about the LaPerm cat personality and breed? The distinctive curly, wavy coat of these cats, similar to that of the Rex, helps explain this breed’s unusual name.

Active and outgoing, they are raised in different colors and designs. At a glance, this cat has a distinctive coat due to a dominant mutation. However, it is a sociable cat that adapts easily and has a thin undercoat.

Let’s know more about the LaPerm cat personality and breed.

WHAT IS THE LAPERM CAT GENERAL ASPECT AND SIZE?

The most obvious physical characteristic of the LaPerm cat is its wavy coat. The coat should be soft, not too close to the body, and appear almost tousled.

The tail is tapered; this is where the thickest curls accumulate, as well as on the neck and at the base of the ears.

CHARACTERISTICS OF LAPERM CAT

Characteristic	Description	Notes
In summary	The first specimen was born on a farm, there are short-haired and long-haired versions
Personality	Intelligent and unpretentious, it adapts well to the home environment
Appearance	The coat is variable, in some cases, very curly, in others just wavy	There is a wide variety of colors and designs
In the house	A very strong breed that needs to go out on a regular basis	If kept indoors for a long time, it can be difficult to manage
Behavior	It maintains a strong hunting instinct, especially for rodents. It is a very active cat
Grooming	It depends on the type of coat. The short-haired variant need less care	Kittens can be born naked or shed for a while
Most common health problems	There are no particular problems

WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF THE LAPERM CAT?

The first specimen of this breed was a kitten born in Linda and Richard Koehl’s orchard in The Dales, Oregon, in 1982. Called Curly, initially, she had little hair compared to other kittens but then developed a curly and soft coat.

After she nearly died in an accident on the farm, her owners decided to keep her at home, but she got pregnant anyway.

Curly gave birth to five male kittens, all with her own distinctive curly coat. Those cats, over time, proliferated on the farm due to the dominant mutation. The curiosity of the visitors convinces Linda to do some research.

In addition, she decided to bring some kittens to a cat show, and given the interest aroused; she proceeded to develop the new breed. Currently, there are no color or coat design restrictions.

Asian varieties, such as chocolate, are also introduced following a casual crossing with a Siamese during the early stages of the development of LaPerm. Today these particular Rex are found in many countries of the world.

LAPERM CAT PERSONALITY

Although the LaPerm cats can be described as “lap cats” because of their affectionate nature and the desire to snuggle with their humans as much as possible, they are still excellent hunters and very lively cats.

It is common for these cats to come and sleep with you and activate their purring matching while you pet them. They love to be in contact with people and are very friendly with other pets.

But, they are also very active and can’t hide their hunting instinct. So, they should have some time outside, or if kept indoors, they must have enough enrichment to give free rein to their wildest instincts.

In general, the LaPerm cats are not shy with strangers, and it is common to see them coming close to a newcomer to investigate the situation.

Since they are active, if they can’t go outside, they should have enough toys or be able to play with a human. For example, they can play fetch, or if you have toys with strings, you can make them run and jump in an attempt to chase them.

In addition, they are pretty bright cats, and you can find them following you around the house, just like a dog would.

Here are some of the critical traits of a LaPerm cat:

• Intelligent
• Easy to train
• Friendly with other pets and humans
• High hunting instinct
• Lap cats
• Love attention
• Love to watch things from the top (love heights)

HOW TO CARE FOR AND FEED THE LAPERM CAT

LaPerm cats are easy to groom, even the long-haired versions. However, the long-haired specimens require weekly brushing to help maintain their coat free of tangles and matting.

The short-haired versions do not require regular brushing, although you could still brush them once in a while to remove dead hairs and dirt.

You can also perform other routine care actions such as ear cleaning and nail trimming, although if you have scratching posts, the cats can take care of their own nails.

No specific diet is required, and since this cat tends to be very active, you should not worry about gaining weight. However, providing high-quality food and alternate fresh food with average wet and dry cat food is also good.

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