As mentioned in a previous entry Himalayan cats are also known as colourpoint Persians. Usually in America they are called Himalayans while in Europe they are referred to as colourpoint Persians.

Himalayan cats were bred from Siamese and Persians so they share the characteristics of both breeds.

Himalayans always have a white body but they have points that come in many different colors.

Himalayan cats are quite rare and they can be quite expensive to buy.

Recently Himalayan cats have hit the big time in Hollywood in the well known movies Meet The Parents and Meet The Fockers. The cat known as Mr. Jinx in the movies is a Himalayan cat.

The movies Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey and Homeward Bound: Lost in San Francisco also feature a Himalayan cat. The cat in these movies is called Sassy and is voiced by Sally Field.

See a Himalayan cat pictured below:


Video of a Himalayan kitten playing with a ball:


Short video of a Himalayan washing their face:

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