Highlander

The Highlander cat, also known as the Highland Lynx, is a breed of cat that is known for its distinctive appearance and gentle personality. Highland cats are relatively new, having been developed in the 1990s.

Highlanders are characterized by their long, flowing fur and large, tufted ears. They have a muscular body and a long tail. Highland cats come in a variety of colors and patterns, including tabby, calico, and solid colors.

Highlanders are known for their friendly and playful personalities. They are intelligent and easy to train. Highlanders make excellent companions for families with children.

The Highlander cat was developed in the 1990s by a breeder named Joe Childers. Childers crossed a Maine Coon with a Persian cat, and the result was the Highlander. Childers sought to create a cat that had the long, flowing fur of a Maine Coon and the gentle personality of a Persian.

The Highlander cat quickly gained popularity, and it is now recognized by several cat registries, including The International Cat Association (TICA) and the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA).

Interesting facts about the breed

• The Highlander cat is the only breed of cat that has tufted ears.
• Highlanders are relatively new breed, having been developed in the 1990s.
• Highlanders are known for their distinctive appearance and gentle personality.
• Highlanders make excellent companions for families.
• Highlanders are intelligent and easy to train.