Chinese Li Hua

Cat Breeds

The Chinese Li Hua Cat

(Also known as Li Hua Mao - Li Hua Mau & Dragon Li )

NEW BREED

Place of Origin: China

This breed was recognized by CFA in February 2010, and is shown in the Miscellaneous Class.

It is still a very rare cat breed, making it a darling among the international cat breeding community and giving it a sort of celebrity status. Its other names are Li Hua Mao, Li Hua Mau, or just Li Mao.

Additional information will be available shortly.

History

The Chinese Li Hua (pronounced ("Lee Wah") is one of the earliest known breeds of domestic cats native to China. The Li Hua and or Dragon Li, was descended from the Chinese mountain cat. The Chinese mountain cat is a wild cat subspecies in the Asian region. This wild cat subspecies was gradually domesticated and finally, in 2003, was introduced to the world as an experimental cat breed class.

Traits

They have lived in a wide area of China for centuries and they are known as good hunters. They are a sturdy, well-proportioned, natural breed with gentle, even dispositions. They are relatively slow to mature, taking as long as three years. Females are generally smaller than males. There is spectacular contrast and clarity of the brown mackerel tabby pattern.

This native breed is mentioned in old books and old pieces of literature, such as catching rats, and protecting plants and grain.

COAT LENGTH: Shorthair

CHARACTERISTICS: short, hard coat; brown mackerel tabby only

PERSONALITY: Smart and loyal

The Chinese Li Hua is a lively, brisk and well-balanced cat. The Li Hau is smart, and gets along well with other cats. They are very loyal to their owner.

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