Havana Cats: Breed Personality, Behavior Facts and Characteristics, Health Care Info

Havans Cat Breed comes from nineteenth-century Europe, more specifically from England where it began to breed by selecting brown Siamese. Later, the brown Siamese mixed with the Chocolate Point and is when the race acquires the characteristics that are still looking for breeders today.

In addition it is necessary to add that its name, does not come from Cuba as we could think but that it takes that name by its dark colored tobacco coat.

Physical appearance

Usually weighing between 2,5 and 4,5 kilograms of weight, we speak then of a cat of medium size. Its head is provided and, in general, it shows two impressive green eyes that stand out with their dark fur, above we find two big separated ears that offer a constant alert aspect. Even so, you can also have eyes of very different colors. The body is strong and proportionate and the touch of the fur is soft, silky and fine. One of the attributes of the breed is the exuberant shine of the hair.

The cat of Havana we only find it from Brown color although it can vary slightly showing brown or hazel shades. The breed standard, however, differs slightly depending on the country in which it is found. For example, in the USA they look for thick physical characteristics and presence while in England and the rest of Europe they look for a standard with a more oriental or exotic style.

Character

The Havana cat is a sweet companion that will ask you for attention and affection every day. It is an active and very lively cat who likes to play and do new things, that is due to the genetics that the Siamese cat has given him, which makes it a particularly smart and affectionate cat breed.

Many people choose the Havana cat because of its particular way of being, usually having affection for a specific member of the family to whom he is faithful throughout his life. If you decide to adopt a cat and you have at your disposal a copy like this you will not regret it. The independent and at the same time sociable character of Havana will make you fall in love.

Health

As in all breeds, we recommend going to the veterinarian at an early age so that the cat in Havana receives its vaccines and deworming relevant. Not doing so is a risk even if the animal lives inside the home. Remember to put a chip in case it gets lost.

It is a resistant breed although the diseases that affect them the most are:

• Cooling
• Pulmonary or respiratory abnormalities
• Endoparasites

Although it is a Very active cat It adapts well to life inside the home. It also does not require specific care because it has a short coat and a weekly brushing will suffice. The activities are a fundamental part of the Havana cat that needs to exercise its muscles on a daily basis, for that reason, you must spend time to exercise with it and look for a toy that can entertain.

Taking the vaccines up to date and offering a healthy diet will result in a cat with a beautiful coat and a healthy and strong animal. In addition you should protect from cold and excessive humidity.

Remember that castrating your cat is an intelligent and solidary option that reminds us of the multitude of cats that are abandoned daily. Avoid infections, bad character and a surprise litter castrating your Havana cat.