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American Wirehair

American Wirehair Complexion (based on 99 cats)   Activeness   sleepy very active     Intelligence   silly genius     Curiosity   not curious very curious     Friendliness   timid affectionate     Vocal   not vocal very vocal

American Wirehair Breed Description The American Wirehair is a breed of domestic cat that originated in upstate New York. The unique wirehair coat is genetically dominant over a normal coat, unlike the gene that creates rex fur. The fur is springy, dense and coarse, and even their whiskers are often curled. Many find it pleasant to the touch. Apart from the wiry coat, they are strong, muscular cats, built similarly to American Shorthairs. They come in a variety of colors. They are described to be intelligent, affectionate, calm, reserved, wild, playful, and inquisitive cats. [Much more on this breed can be learned at the wonderful Wikipedia.]

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