The Californian spangled, an endangered cat

The Californian spangled is one of the rarest cat breeds in the world, and it's even endangered. It is mainly recognized by its dress covered with round black spots that make it look like a leopard. Behind its wild appearance, the Californian spangled is actually very affectionate and sensitive, even though it is an athletic cat.

• Size:                     30 cm to 35 cm
• Weight:                4 kg to 7 kg
• Coat:                    short
• Color:                  black, brown, blue, bronze, dark gray, red, gold, or silver
• Life expectancy: 10 to 14 years
• Gestation period: 60 to 67 days

Description and characteristics of Californian spangled

The main feature of the Californian spangled is its coat covered with black round spots that make it look like a leopard. This cat can be of different colors (black, brown, blue, bronze, dark gray, red, gold, or silver). However, there is a variety of Californian spangled with a white coat speckled with black. His hair is short, but a little longer on his stomach and tail.

His body is slender, that is to say, long, thin-boned, and muscular. It has a slender tail covered with black rings and its head is triangular in shape. The Californian spangled has large, oval eyes that can be amber or brown in color. He wears his medium-sized ears erect on his head and slightly back.

The Californian spangled is a very rare cat. It is estimated that there are only around 200 specimens in the world.

Origin of Californian spangled

The Californian spangled is native to the United States, and more specifically to California. It was developed in the 1970s to create a domestic cat with a spotted coat similar to that of African wild cats. This cat is the result of a cross between Siamese, British Shorthairs, and American Shorthairs. He inherited his coat from them. It took a long time to arrive at the Californian spangled we know today, whose breed was not recognized until 1986.

Character and behavior of the Californian spangled - Who is it for?

The Californian spangled is a natural hunter, not least because it is primarily an outdoor cat. He is lively and energetic and needs a lot of activity. He is also a very agile cat capable of making very high leaps. But it also adapts very well to apartment living.

She is a sensitive and affectionate cat who loves to be petted. He is also very curious and particularly enjoys playing. Gentle and docile, he is suitable for all types of families, especially since he is very sociable.

How to take care of your Californian spangled: its needs

No specific maintenance is necessary to maintain the beauty of the Californian spangled coat: brushing once a week is more than enough.

Feeding the Californian spangled

The Californian spangled does not require a particular diet. As with all cats, she should be of good quality and suitable for her age, health, and level of exercise.

Californian spangled health

The health of the Californian spangled is quite good. But there is still a lack of hindsight on whether he is affected by hereditary diseases.