Exotic Shorthair

Breeders crossed the American Shorthair with the Persian in the United States around 1960.

Thus were born shorthaired Persians, called Exotic Shorthairs and recognized by the C.F.A in 1966. During the breeding program, crosses were also made with the Russian Blue and the Burmese.

Since 1987, the only allowable outcross breed is the Persian.

The F.I.Fe. recognized the Exotic Shorthair in 1986. They have nearly the same body as the Persian, but a thick, dense short coat.

They appeal to people who like the personality of a Persian but do not want the hassle of grooming a long-haired cat.

They are also known as "The Lazy Man's Persian"

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