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BREED PROFILE:
LaPerm

LaPerm
The LaPerm is a naturally occurring mutation producing both long and shorthaired cats. It is medium sized, curly coated with moderate type. All coat colors and eye colors are acceptable. There is evidence of surprising weight for size. The cat is alert and seems to be walking tall on his feet. Females are generally smaller than males.

The LaPerm can sport anything from a wavy coat to ringlet-type curls that range from tight ringlets to long corkscrew curls. The tightest curls occur on the underside of the cat, on the throat area and at the base of the ears. The longhair is generally blessed with a curly plumed tail and often exhibits a full, curly ruff. The coat is moderately soft in texture, yet each cat's coat is distinctly unique.

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COAT LENGTH: Longhair(shown) and Shorthair
CHARACTERISTICS: Medium sized, curly coated; many colors and patterns
PERSONALITY: Affectionate, gentle and while very active, enjoy sitting in a comfortable lap

One cannot deny the love and affection a LaPerm will shower upon its owner nor the curly or wavy hair that also makes the breed so interesting. LaPerms are gentle and affectionate but also very active. Unlike many active breeds, the LaPerm is also quite content to be a lap cat. The LaPerm will often follow your lead, that is if they are busy playing and you decide to sit and relax, simply pick up your LaPerm and sit down with it and it will stay on your lap devouring the attention you give it. LaPerms seek human contact and will purr as soon as they become aware of your presence. They are inquisitive by nature and always want to know what is going on around them. They will reach for your face with their paws and rub their faces against your head, neck and face.

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Breed Photo Credit: Copyright ©Blue Bayou

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