The American Wirehair Cat Profile
Your guide to the history, characteristics and personality of the American Wirehair Cat

History of the American Wirehair Cat
What is an American Wirehair Cat? The American wirehair has a coarse, wiry coat that makes it different from other cat breeds. Original wire-haired cats have been around since American Colonial times but have died out with natural breeding. This rare breed was discovered in contemporary times through a litter of 6 barn cats in 1966 New York.  Every American Wirehair cat can trace its ancestry back to one of the kittens of that litter: Adam, who had sparse, wiry, crimped hair that coiled, even on the whiskers.

Appearance of the American Wirehair Cat
The American wirehair grows to be a medium to large sized cat: it is well-boned with well-developed muscles and has large, round eyes and a pronounced muzzle and chin.

Personality of the American Wirehair Cat
The American Wirehair Cat Temperament can be described as friendly and gentle. It is closely related to the American Shorthair Cat and gets along well with children and other animals, including dogs.  Quiet, reserved and extremely lovable, the American wirehair requires just an occasional light brushing.

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