Whitney Veterinary Hospital and
Cat Care Clinic

Mr. Purpal is a Domestic Short Hair kitten!

The Domestic Short-Haired cat is a self-sufficient, easy-going, no-nonsense cat. They are often seen in the show-ring in the USA and Canada, but not so much in other countries.

American shorthairs can become quite large and muscular. They arrived on the ships of the first European settlers - being used as rat catchers on board and "slipping off" after arriving. These early pioneers developed thick coats and increased in size from their European counterparts as a measure to protect themselves from the native predators.

All pet cats need a territory of their own - even if it's just its own sleeping or eating space! The Domestic Short Haired cat is usually more active than their long-haired cousin and requires less coat maintenance on the part of its' owner.