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  Snowshoe Cat. Snowshoe Cat Description, Snowshoe Cat Breed, Snowshoe pictures.
The Snowshoe is a hybrid cat originating as a variant from Siamese parents.
The Snowshoe is generally a 'talker', with a soft, melodic voice and habitats well in a multiple cat family.
The Snowshoe is a shorthaired cat with a pointed coat pattern, white markings on the feet (for which the breed is named), and an inverted white "V" on the face, which begins in the middle of the forehead and descends to the muzzle.
www.pusscats.com /Snowshoe_Cat.htm   (416 words)

  
 The Snowshoe Cat
The Traditional Snowshoe can be described by its short hair, four white feet that extend over its ankles, and a white "v" shaped marking over the nose and muzzle.
Cat Fanciers Association saw the Snowshoe as an untried breed.
I am the person who took over where Vikki Olander left off with the Snowshoe cat and was the person responsible for getting enough other people interested in the breed to get them recognized in CFF, A...
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/siamese_cats/116853   (572 words)

  
  Cat Breed Database   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
The Savannah Cat is a hybrid cat, a result of a mating between a Serval Cat and a domestic cat.
The Siberian, or ''Siberian Forest'' cat, is a longhaired cat native to Russia.
The Snowshoe cat, a hybrid (mix) of the Siamese and American Shorthair, was initially an error in cross breeding.
www.catfocused.com /choosing-a-cat/cat-breed-database.php?cl=s   (499 words)

  
 Snowshoe cats breeders profiles information uk
The Snowshoe is a medium sized cat and combines the solid heftiness of the American Shorthair with the lithe elegance of the Siamese.
Snowshoe kittens are born all white and only begin to show their colours and markings after several weeks.
Cat breeders recognized the unique beauty of these cats and ensured its survival and the gene pool is now quite large.
www.petplanet.co.uk /petplanet/breeds/Snowshoe.htm   (567 words)

  
 Beaver Creek Snowshoe Series   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Snowshoes were slowly adopted by Europeans in America, with the French voyageurs well in advance of British settlers.
Snowshoes worn by lumberjacks are about 40 inches (1 m) longand broad in proportion, while the tracker's shoe is over 5 feet long (1.5 m) and very narrow.
This form was copied by the Canadian snowshoe clubs, but shortened to about 40 inches long (1 m) and 15 to 18inches broad (about 40 to 45 cm), slightly turned up at the toe and terminating in a kind of tail behind.
www.vermontreview.com /edge/4375-beaver%20creek%20snowshoe%20series.html   (769 words)

  
 WHISKAS : Cat Breeds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
While white cats with orange eyes are generally fine, a large majority of white cats with blue eyes are deaf.
The Snowshoe is a fairly recent addition to the cat family.
The eyes are the only extreme on the cat and they should be walnut shaped (larger and more rounded than the eye of the Siamese, but not as round as the eye of a Persian) and as bright and as blue as possible.
www.whiskas.com.au /breeds?b=262&subNav=a-d   (749 words)

  
 The Show Cat Online Magazine
A moderate cat, the Snowshoe is styled after the Classic Siamese - midway between their round, sturdy Applehead cousins and their sleek and aerodynamic Modern Siamese relatives - but dressed to the nines in their Tuxedo-styled duds.
The TICA Snowshoe breed committee's answer was 'no.' In 1994, the same year it won championship satus, it revised the standard, opening it up to Snowshoes with a variety of facial markings, and even no facial markings at all.
While personalities vary from cat to cat, in general Snowshoes are natural born salesmen, with a breezy, affectionate temperament and fun-loving sense of mischief.
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 Snowshoe - Snowshoe Cat - Snowshoe Kitten
The Snowshoe cat breed was developed in the late 1960s by Siamese breeder Dorothy Hinds-Daugherty of Philadelphia.
Snowshoe obtained championship status from CFF in 1983 and from ACFA IN 1990.
Snowshoe is found in the usual Siamese colors, most commonly seal, chocolate, lilac, and blue in two patterns, mitted and bicolor.
pets.iloveindia.com /cats/cat-breed/snowshoe.html   (221 words)

  
 Snowshoe Cat Lovers
To encourage the spaying and neutering of any and all cats not specifically being used as part of a viable breeding program which conforms to the established standards for the Snowshoe breed, in order to reduce the excessive trend to over-population of, and tragedy among unwanted cats.
This club is affilliated with The International Snowshoe Cat Association and may cooperate with other clubs to achieve the goals of this club.
This club is intended primarily to serve the interests of owners, fanciers, exhibitors and breeders of Snowshoe cats, however, members and activities are not limited to only Snowshoe cats, and activities, special programs and promotion of the Snowshoe cat will be accomplished worldwide.
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 Snowshoe Cat Breed Description   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Snowshoe eyes are expressive, a sparkling blue, complimentary to the coat color.
MITTED Snowshoes have muzzles of solid point color, or have a pattern other than a variation of the INVERTED V. In the show ring, a definite contrast between the point color and and the white is desirable.
The cat may, or may not, be penalized depending upon the extremity of the deviance from the pattern descriptions stated in the specific breed standards of the cat association.
members.aol.com /maccatter/sevenbreeddescrip.html   (592 words)

  
 Snowshoe (cat) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The first Snowshoes appeared in the 1960s, as a result of cross-breeding a Siamese and an American Shorthair.
The ears are large, with a triangular head that usually has fl markings.
In a typical household, they will be friendly to everyone but will usually devote themselves almost entirely to one person.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Snowshoe_(cat)   (146 words)

  
 Snowshoe Cat Breed Rescue - Snowshoe Cat Adoption
Cat Purebred Rescue (CPR) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, which was founded in 1994.
CPR is a permanent committee of cat fanciers, affiliated with the "Responsible Cat Fanciers of the Northwest", who seek to improve the life conditions of pedigreed cats of all breeds recognized by the various registries.
The CPR goal is to reduce the abandonment and surrender of pedigreed cats to shelters.
purebredcatbreedrescue.org /snowshoe.htm   (370 words)

  
 Snowshoe Cat
The first Snowshoe was a sturdy, pointed cat with bright white feet – thus the name Snowshoe.
Snowshoe markings are seal or blue pointed, but also come in chocolate, red, lilac and tabby (or lynx) points.
Fully grown, Snowshoes are a medium sized cat ranging from 8 to 16 pounds.
www.southpolesnowshoes.com   (439 words)

  
 Siamese Snowshoe Cat Breeder - Snowshoe Kittens for Sale - Howard's Happy Cattery Snowshoe Cats
Our Snowshoe cats come in two color points; blue and seal point, and an assortment of patterns including solid, mitted (white paws) and parti-colored (white paws with white on the face).
Our Snowshoe kittens are vet-checked, vaccinated and dewormed before they are placed with their new owners, and we offer a 1 year health guarantee against hereditary health problems.
Potential Snowshoe kitten buyers must have a thorough knowledge of the breed and its care, and be able to offer a safe, clean home where the kitten will be kept indoors at all times and receive proper attention, nutrition and regular veterinary care.
www.cats-central.com /cat-breeds/howards.htm   (453 words)

  
 CentralPets.com - Search Results for: snowshoe cat
Cat Breeds (recognized and unrecognized, common or obscure), Varieties, Mutations, Hybrids, Archaic Names and Synonyms.
a stray before we got her at the humane society, and the other cat is a new addition to our household and she was a house cat before she was put up for adoption.
The send cat likes to play, and she'd like to play with our first cat, but I'm afraid our first cat, since she was a stray, does not understand "playing with...
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 The Snowshoe Cat
Personality As with all cats, their individual personalities vary, however, overall the Snowshoe is a friendly cat that manages to retain the astute \ intelligence along with just a touch of the mystic aloofness provided by their Oriental ancestors.
Conformation The Snowshoe is a medium sized cat that combines some of the heftiness of it's American Shorthair ancestors with the length and suppleness of it's oriental ancestors.
The shade of blue varies with individual cats and with the point color, however the preferred shade is a bright sparkling blue.
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 Cat Forums - I-Love-Cats - your Ultimate Cat Forum   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
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By joining our free cat forum you will have access to post topics, post your cat's pictures, communicate privately with other cats lovers (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features.
These informative cat articles are submitted by Cat authors from around the world.
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 Definition of Tabby cat
Tabby coloration is found in many breeds of cat, as well as among the general '[[moggy]]' (mixed-...
It is not a particular breed of cat.
On roads, a fl cat crossing one's path was considered a signal of da...
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 Snowshoe Kittens for Sale : Iowa Snowshoe Cat Breeder : Captivating Snowshoes Cattery Marshalltown Iowa
Natural born fetchers and tricksters, their affectionate nature and need to touch and be touched is the hallmark of this breed.
All of our cats are vet-checked, screened for feline diseases and fully vaccinated, and kittens come with a veterinary certificate of health and are guaranteed to be healthy.
Potential buyers for our cats and kittens should have carefully considered their decision prior to purchase, and be knowledgeable about cats and the responsibilities that go along with ownership.
www.cats-central.com /captivating   (596 words)

  
 Snowshoe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Snowshoes have semi-short hair, which is very soft and makes grooming very quick and easy, although some cats may insist on a longer groom as they love the attention.
Snowshoe cats were first bred in the 1960's in the USA by a breeder of Siamese, Dorothy Hinds-Daughtery.
The Snowshoe Breed is recognised by FIFe (Federation International Feline) and has preliminary status with the GCCF (The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy).
www.moggies.co.uk /breeds/snowshoe.html   (296 words)

  
 Guest Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
That's because the lynx combines a wild cat's natural silence and shyness with a true rarity that is the result of both overtrapping and habitat destruction.
Both cats are the same size (15-25 lbs) and general shape, and both can take the same range of prey.
Food is snowshoe hares, and hares subsist through the winter on shrubs and seedlings that are tall enough to stick up above the snow but not too tall for them to reach.
www.predatorconservation.org /predator_info/forest_predators/learn_more/lynxguestobrian.html   (1504 words)

  
 Breed Detail
The Snowshoe cat first appeared as a mistake in Siamese breeding programs.
In the beginning, the Snowshoe had many critics, however, in the 1970s breeder Vikki Olander pushed for recognition and acceptance of the breed.
Because of the close relation to the Siamese, it is possible that the Snowshoe may be susceptible to conditions common in that breed.
www.catfocused.com /choosing-a-cat/breed-detail.php?catID=51   (198 words)

  
 snowshoe cat history   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
Snowshoe Cats trace their origins back to Dorothy Hinds Daughtery of Kensijng Cattery in Philadelphia, PA. During the late 19601s her two Siamese cats produced three kittens with striking white feet.
Since, their has been copy cats of the breed, but none are as enduring andtrue.
Currently the Snowshoe is enjoying increasing popularity, through out the country and parts or the world.
members.aol.com /maccatter/fivesnowshoehistory.html   (177 words)

  
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 Snowshoe Kittens
At least 85 of 166 long-haired, tuft-eared cats released in southwestern Colorado since 1999 are known to be alive.
About two years ago, state wildlife officials waited anxiously for signs the cats were reproducing -- the first major milestone in building a self-sustaining population.
Because Colorado was at the southernmost tip of the cat's historic range, critics questioned the wisdom of trying to restore lynx to the state.
www.the-cat-zone.com /Small-Cat-Breeds/Snowshoe-Kittens.htm   (836 words)

  
 Snowshoe Cat Rescue
The Snowshoe Cat Lovers Rescue Network consists of volunteer foster homes and volunteers who help spread the news of...
Snowshoe Cat Rescue Network Network of rescue and travel coordinators and foster homes dedicated to Snowshoe cat...
Snowshoe Cat and Kitten Breeders, Cat and Kitten Central, Cat Breeders, Cats, Kittens, Snowshoe Cat and Kitten...
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 Snowshoe Breed Information, Snowshoe, Snowshoe Cats
Although the variant did not re-occur, Dorothy liked the contrast between the point color and the stark white of the feet and developed the first Snowshoe line by crossing her Siamese with a bicolor American Shorthair.
CFF advanced the Snowshoe to Championship status at their semi-annual meeting in September 1982.
The American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) and The International Cat Association (TICA) both recognize the Snowshoes as champions.
www.awesomecats.com /cat-breeds/Snowshoe.html   (350 words)

  
 Snowshoe cat breeders and catteries in Canada ::: Cattery Search - Cat Breeders Directory
Cat fanciers can find cats and kittens from 50 countries.
Cat breeders can add up to 10 breeds for 1 cattery and upload 1 photo for each breed.
This way people get complete information about cat breeders and buy kittens or adopt cats in their area.
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