Domestic European Cat

Origin
It is considered to be the second oldest breed in the world because it is a mutation of Abyssinian that is known for over 3000 years. It is believed that –for the variety of colors-it's the foundation of breeds: short-haired, British Blue, American Short-haired, Blue Russian and Chartreux.

Due to their history and great population, they are not considered a pure breed but Creole, still in beauty expositions they can participate like other breeds.

They were given this name once they were taken to Europe.

Characteristics
It is the most common cat with all the varieties of colors. There is no color that defines them, although some models exist like the spotted ones, also called tabby tiger striped.

Cats that present three colors are always females, known as tortoise shell, tortoise white shell or blue cream. On the other hand yellow tabby are always males.

It is believed that their character is associated with the color of their hair. Black are mysterious, calmed and philosophical; the tortoise shell and tortoise white shell are believed beautiful and they demonstrated openly; yellow tabby are nice of strong personality, possessive and jealous with their family; blue are impatient and frequently aggressive; bicolor are shy and very affectionate and the brown tabby are amicable, patient and very good rat hunters.

The head is wide, short and well developed cheeks. The medium sized nose separates the eyes. The snout is squared and a little long. The ears are medium sized and rounded. Robust body with a slight curly tail at the base and rough. Rounded paws.

They are strong, agile, intelligent and amicable cats. Good companion and an excellent mice hunter.