Napoleon cats: description and care features

The dwarf cat Napoleon has another name for the minuet. The breed is very small and cute. She has a special welcoming look. Anyone will like these pets. A detailed description of the breed is given in the article.

Napoleon cats appeared not so long ago - in 1977. The breed was bred by Joe Smith, who lived in the United States. He was a breeder. One day, while reading a newspaper, he came across an article about the Munchkins. He really liked the animals. He decided to breed a new breed of cats himself. He wanted to create a breed that would look similar to Persian pets and Munchkins.

He took the Persian mustache, because they seemed very cute and fluffy to the breeder, which is why Napoleons have such a special appearance. She resembles the Persians because of the flattened muzzle. The cat has a pretty majestic look. From the munchkins, this category of pets adopted a small stature and small paws. All attempts by the breeder to create a new breed were on the verge of defeat. The cats were completely unsuitable for further breeding due to serious defects.

Soon, the breeder's attempts to create a new breed of tailed beasts were crowned with success. The kittens were born completely healthy and without any defects. Breeding these cats was very expensive. The breeder soon decided not to experiment anymore and neutered all the cats of this breed. Only females of this breed remained. Other breeders decided to try and breed them with exotic short-haired cats. The appearance of the minuets was somehow special. In 2005 they became known as the Napoleon breed.

Napoleon cats have a very exotic appearance. They look like the Persians. This breed has a rather strong body.Due to their small stature, they weigh much less than other pet breeds. Their bodies are round and resilient. The coat varies. Some cats have dense, thick and short hair. Other types of cats have long coats. The color of the coat can also be completely different.

The Napoleon breed is bred of the following types:

1. ordinary Napoleon - he has a completely ordinary look, paws are large and long;
2. dwarf Napoleon - also called mini-Napoleon, its main difference is small paws, but there are significant differences between the Persian and Napoleon breeds, such as:
   • cat size - Napoleon's weight - no more than 2 kilograms, cats can weigh up to 3 kg;
   • the dignity of a cat is its miniature size - a large cat of this breed is about the same height as that of a kitten, which is only six months old;
   • from the Persian pet, Napoleon got a low body structure;
   • they have a special head shape, a flattened muzzle, a straight nose and a slightly long body.

Napoleons reach puberty at 6 months. If the cat needs to be neutered or neutered, then this must be done by 10 months. The best time for mating cats is considered to be between 1 and 1.5 years of age. In cats, mating begins a little earlier, at 1 year. They can be mated with pet categories such as:

• Himalayan;
• munchkin;
• exotic short-haired cats;
• Persian.

Females carry kittens for about 65 days. She is born about 5 kittens at a time. They take care of their kittens, feed them and lick them, which lasts up to a month and a half. Kittens are born in the same color as their parents. Cats live on average about 12 years. Napoleons are not centenarians.

Napoleon's appearance is quite outstanding. The head is large, round, with a powerful lower jaw. The cheeks are rather round. The chin is small, it looks very neat. The neck is in proportion to the body, although it is short in cats of this breed, but very strong. The large eyes are set quite wide and are round in shape.

The ears are at a great distance from each other. They are slightly rounded inward. There is a beautiful edge inside. Small ears look very neat. The nose is rather wide and short. They do not have a strong flattened nose like, for example, the Persian breed.

Cats have a straight back. The feet are very strong and quite wide. Cats with long hair have an edge between the toes. The tail is long in comparison with the body. It is evenly lowered along its entire length. The coat is very soft, short and fluffy. Their coat is mainly of medium length.

The color can be white or red. Other shades of wool are quite common. Often the breed can combine several shades at once (white, gray and peach). The weight of a classic Napoleon is the same as that of a normal cat. For the Napoleon Extreme breed, the pet's weight is about 2 kg. The cat weighs approximately 3 kg. They are very small in stature. It can reach 20 cm at the withers.

The following signs of the Napoleon breed are worth considering:

• short legs;
• smooth nose;
• increased lacrimation is not observed;
• there are sharp tips on the ears;
• legs in front are shorter than hind legs.

It is believed that Napoleons have a rather short coat, but this is not entirely true. They can be of the following types:

• with long hair - they have a well-developed undercoat;
• with semi-long wool - the wool is short;
• with short hair - they are also called "plush" because they have very short hairs, the down is upright.

This breed is becoming very famous among those families who have children in the house.Pets are very touching for children because they look like fluffy toys. Napoleons learn new commands very easily. They are good at thinking. There shouldn't be any problems with Napoleon's upbringing.

They jump very interestingly. Their jump seems a little awkward due to the fact that they have short legs and a long torso. Cats really do not like to be alone, on the contrary, they love to be in the center of observation. They really like it when a person is next to him. The cat very quickly gets used to its owner. She can also allow herself to be stroked by strangers.

Their character is very gentle and affectionate. The best activity for a cat is to lie in the lap of its owner. Sometimes they can be unnecessarily intrusive, requiring constant affection and attention. They are very friendly and peaceful. Small children are allowed to play with the cat, while Napoleon will not scratch the child.

Cats are very sociable, get along well with other pets. They are non-aggressive, good contact with other categories of cats and dogs. Napoleon trusts people very much, even too much. He can easily sit on the hands of a stranger. In no case should cats be left alone on the street. They must be walked on a leash.

This breed behaves quite brazenly when it wants to be petted. They quite easily get used to a new place of residence, are very loyal to people and at any age are very curious and playful. They are very patient when it comes to children. They allow themselves to be stroked, touched, carried on their hands, while they do not release their claws.

Before you buy a kitten of the Napoleon breed, you need to carefully look at its appearance. It is best to acquire this breed from a reliable breeder. If such an opportunity is not presented, then you should buy an already grown kitten. It will immediately show whether it complies with the standard of this breed or not. Pedigree kitten Napoleon must have the following characteristics:

• there should be no tearing;
• paws are small;
• the head is wide;
• the nose is rather long;
• walnut-shaped eyes;
• eye color depends on the color of the animal's coat.

He should have a soft and shiny coat, the fluff should not fall out. The eyes must be clean. There should be no delamination on the claws. They must be very energetic and playful, and also have a good appetite.

It is also necessary to look at the pedigree of the kitten. Do his parents have any diseases, as they can be inherited. The cat can be bought in cities such as Moscow and Voronezh. A kitten costs on average about 80 thousand rubles. The price may vary from high to low, depending on the external data of the pet. Miniature kittens are much more expensive than kittens with standard paws.

Cats really need affection and love. Napoleons do not live long, but if properly cared for, they can live much longer. They are intended to be kept in a house or apartment, but not outdoors. They will not be able to run as fast down the street as other breeds of cats, due to their small paws, they can also be attacked by dogs. The health of this breed is not very good. The main diseases are as follows:

• polycystic kidney disease;
• cardiomyopathy;
• violation of the mobility of the spine.

It is necessary to monitor your pet's health very well. If something is found wrong, then you should immediately take the cat to the veterinary clinic. So that the pet does not get sick, it is necessary to deworm the cat once a quarter, treat it daily from fleas and other parasites with special means.

In the house, it is necessary to ensure that the cat does not jump from a great height. This can be a threat to her little paws.When taking a mustachioed friend for a walk, it is necessary to walk only in quiet and peaceful places. Avoid crowding too closely together. You need to walk with your pet on a leash. Napoleons are very shy. They may be frightened by the barking of a dog or some other sound, they may climb a tree or run away somewhere far away.

This breed of cats requires special care, despite the fact that they are unpretentious. They love to wash themselves. The owner need not focus too much on their hygiene. If the cat has short hair, it should be brushed once a week to remove fluff and excess hair. If the cats have long or medium-length hair, then it must be brushed daily.

It is recommended to bathe them up to four times a year. But it is better to discuss the frequency of bathing with your veterinarian. Cats don't like water very much. It is necessary to accustom them to water procedures from a young age. Basically, they are washed once every three months. The best shampoos for them are "BioVax", "Velvet" and "Tar Celandine". They protect the cat from parasites, give the coat shine.

You need to clean your pet's ears twice a week. But it would be better to clean your ears daily. At the pharmacy, you need to buy cotton swabs with a stopper. You can use vegetable oil to clean your ears or buy a special product from the store.

The eyes and muzzle also need to be thoroughly cleaned. This is done with a cotton pad. It is better to moisten it with plain water or tea leaves. And you also need to monitor the pet's nails. For this purpose, you can buy a special scratching post. You need to choose its coverage is not too hard. Claws are rarely cut for cats.

Napoleons love to eat very much. It is necessary to control how much the pet eats. If this is not done, then the cat can quickly put on weight. They need to be fed only with specialized feed. They can be ProPlan, WellKiss, Hills, Royal Canin, Grandin. You need to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the amount of food eaten per day. For each age and weight category, a different amount of food will be the norm. It is necessary to draw up a daily diet for your pet.

Manufacturers recommend giving wet food every day in a proportion of 5% of the pet's total weight. Spiders, stews, or canned foods can be good foods. Dry food should be given in the amount of 25 grams if the weight of the animal is 3 kilograms. And also don't forget about water. The animal should drink about 80 grams of water per day. The number of feedings can vary from 2 to 4 times a day.

You can also give natural products. They can be low-fat meats or dairy products. You can give sea boiled fish, liver, egg yolk, vegetables.

In general, it is better not to give food from the table. At the moment there is no information on how the animal will react to this or that product. Care should be taken to ensure that the pet consumes both dry and wet food. It is recommended for cats with long hair to be given a special paste every day, which helps to dissolve hair that can enter the esophagus.

Even very good food cannot fully provide a cat with vitamins, minerals and trace elements, which are very necessary for health. A very large number of vitamins are now sold. But they are not always effective. You need to take a responsible approach to the choice of vitamins. The most popular vitamins are Agrovetzashchita, Farmaks, 8 in 1, Beaphar. They improve the coat and skin of the animal. The molt time is greatly reduced.

It is necessary to create optimal conditions for the pet for its maintenance, then the cat will be healthy and strong. It is necessary to follow such rules as:

• carry out timely vaccination - it needs to be done only with the appointment of a veterinarian;
• clean your ears every day;
• purchase a special scratching post for the home;
• give food up to 4 times a day;
• comb the cat's fur;
• comb out excess accumulated fluff;
• it is necessary to keep the pet tray clean;
• you need to play and caress animals.

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