How to Identify an Exotic Shorthair Cat

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Look for a short, plush coat.. Accept any fur coloring.. Look at the cat's eyes.

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1

Look for a short, plush coat.

Step 1

Look for a short, plush coat.

2

Accept any fur coloring.

Step 2

Accept any fur coloring.

3

Look at the cat's eyes.

Step 3

Look at the cat's eyes.

4

Recognize the distinctive flat and round face.

Step 4

Recognize the distinctive flat and round face.

5

Recognize the exotic shorthair's small but distinctive ears.

Step 5

Recognize the exotic shorthair's small but distinctive ears.

6

Look for a sturdy build but good proportion.

Step 6

Look for a sturdy build but good proportion.

7

Make sure the cat is easy going.

Step 7

Make sure the cat is easy going.

8

Look for interest in humans.

Step 8

Look for interest in humans.

9

Look for more liveliness than in a Persian.

Step 9

Look for more liveliness than in a Persian.

10

Assess the quietness of the cat.

Step 10

Assess the quietness of the cat.

11

Talk to your veterinarian.

Step 11

Talk to your veterinarian.

12

Consult an expert.

Step 12

Consult an expert.

13

Have a DNA test done.

Step 13

Have a DNA test done.

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