The York Chocolate Cat

 

The York Chocolate cats are quite an intriguing breed of felines that have attracted many enthusiasts of cats all over the world. These cats are attractive in appearance and friendly in nature and are the best hybrids of their parentage. However, in this specific article, I will be discussing the most relevant information regarding the history, characteristics, Care and etc. of these fascinating cats.

 Origins and Development

The York Chocolate cat is quite a new breed of cat that has been developed only in the early 2000s. It is the progeny of two main breeds, among them the famous American Shorthair, and the second, Havana Brown, from which it originated, has the special chocolate color of the breed. The Havana Brown itself has an interesting history of development in the early Twentieth Century in America, whereby it was bred with a domestic black coat and the body of an American shorthair and the face of Siamese.

The intention of the crossbreeding of the American Shorthair was to improve the resistance and overall health of the breed as well as the dispositions of the Havana Brown. This kind of breeding has ensured the development of a very strong cat that still remains calm at the same time.

 Physical Characteristics

Perhaps the most noticeable thing that can be said about the York Chocolate cat’s appearance is it being sleek and full-bodied. It has a thick, soft, and silky coat with colors ranging from shades of chocolate brown. This rich, deep, and intensive shade of brown covers the whole body and the tail of the breed very effectively and is surely one of the aspects that distinguish this breed.

York Chocolates are medium-bodied cats with muscular bones that have a little more weight as compared to the York Whites. They have an oval body structure of average build; the chest is broad, which makes them have that good muscular appearance. Their head shape is triangular with a giving a prominent muzzle, round and luminous eyes of green or gold color, and high cheek bones. Small round tips to the ears are contributing to a friendly expression of the basenjis’ face.

One of the noticeable features of the breed’s extremities is that the paws are small and round, which adds to cuteness. The length of the tail is average; it is robust at the peg and slim to the end; this is evident in their body size.

 Personality and Temperament

York Chocolate is also friendly and outgoing and is associated with cats with similar characteristics. They are very attached to the owners and, more specifically, referred to as lap-cats because they like to sit on the laps of their masters. They are smart animals and equally enjoy playing, and therefore children and the whole family will enjoy having them around.

 These cats are characterized by their friendly nature, and they generally do not cause any form of aggression. They do not always vocalize, but they would only express themselves occasionally through purring or slight meowing sounds. Their friendly attitude towards humans makes them ideal partners for children and other animals, such as dogs, with the necessary introduction.

as to York Chocolates, York Chocolates are animals with congenital curiosity, which examines the surroundings with interest. They love to play and are also fond of toys that are more of the intelligence- or IQ-enhancing type. Nevertheless, they are happy to simply lie down on the soft couch or bed and do nothing but enjoy the warmth of their home.

 Care and Grooming

Nonetheless, the coat of York Chocolate cats is beautiful, and their grooming requirements are quite moderate. Its highly compacted hair is generally non-clumping, but still, the pet requires regular combing to remove dead ones. The essential grooming session with a softer brush should only be done once weekly to maintain their coat’s good condition.

Concerning the health aspect, York Chocolate is strong and rather disease-free given the inherent health problems in this breed. Nevertheless, as for any other cat, prophylactic visits to the veterinarian are obligatory to monitor their health and well-being. The following are some recommendations that can be advised to them as part of their basic health check and maintenance:

It is looking at York Chocolates as a residing facility that is flexible to make the transition to any living standard, from apartments to houses with yards. However, it is advisable to ensure that they are provided with many challenges in terms of toys, climbing apparatus, or other forms of play that will help in their mental and physical activity.

Breeding and Availability

Like many of the new cats, York Chocolate cats are not as numerous as some of the others, which have been developed for a longer time. Although there are irresponsible breeders out there, the responsible ones are always actively involved in enhancing the breed besides meeting such aspects as health, temperament, and other important factors. Before planning to adopt a York Chocolate, it is recommended that you find a selective breeder that practices different tests on its cats.

 Potentially, it is important for owners of York Chocolates that these dogs can become quite popular because of their look and character. Some of the concerns that can be found are that when searching for a Siamese kitten it may be worthwhile to join breed-specific forums and web sites so that the breeder can be notified of available kittens.