{"id":40218,"date":"2025-06-28T12:26:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T11:26:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.viva-lanzarote.com\/exotic-cats\/"},"modified":"2025-06-28T12:26:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T11:26:14","slug":"exotic-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.viva-lanzarote.com\/en\/exotic-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Exotic cats"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><em>The Exotic Shorthair is a sturdy, medium-sized cat, developed by crossbreeding British and American Shorthairs with Persians. It was officially recognised as a pure breed in 1967<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Originating in the United States, exotic shorthairs are characterised by their robust build and short, dense coat. They have broad, rounded heads, small, widely set ears, large expressive eyes, a snub nose and a flattened face. Their muscular, short legs end in large, rounded paws, while the tail is short and plush with a rounded tip.<br \/>\nExotic shorthairs come in the full spectrum of Persian and tabby coats and patterns. The most common colours include white, black, blue, red, cream, chocolate, and lilac. You\u2019ll also find chinchilla varieties with darker extremities, or colourpoints, both striped and spotted tabby patterns. Despite their perpetually grumpy expression, these cats are famously extremely affectionate, a trait which earns them the nickname the \u2018teddy bear cat\u2019. They&#8217;re sweet and cuddly, and although sociable, they also appreciate their own space.<br \/>\nA curious fact about this designer breed is that it is also sometimes referred to as \u2018the lazy man\u2019s Persian\u2019 because it shares all the best qualities of a Persian but with a shorter, low-maintenance coat that requires far less brushing and grooming (out of shedding season). Aside from fur length, there\u2019s little to distinguish it from its long-haired cousin.<br \/>\nWhile a slightly flattened face is part of the Exotic\u2019s charm, an overly flat nose can lead to respiratory issues. What really sets exotic shorthairs apart is their proud, good-natured, and charming personality, coupled with a remarkably calm disposition. They\u2019re perfectly suited for apartment living and are known for their soothing effect on people. In fact, they love nothing more than relaxing with their humans and having the occasional foray into the outdoors, as long as it\u2019s not too far from home, their food bowl, and their cosy blanket. Truly, a living, breathing Garfield!<br \/>\nPersonality-wise, they are highly sociable and easy-going and get along easily with children and, after a reasonable adjustment period, with other pets too, both feline and canine. Aside from their coat, which needs brushing only once or twice a week outside of shedding season, they\u2019re remarkably low-maintenance. Be sure to feed them a high-quality diet formulated for their species to prevent obesity and other health issues.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Exotic Shorthair is a sturdy, medium-sized cat, developed by crossbreeding British and American Shorthairs with Persians. 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