{"product_id":"raising-a-american-shorthair-cat-rex-lewis-9798324867119","title":"Raising a American Shorthair Cat: The Complete Guide to Raising and Caring for American Shorthair Cats","description":"The history of the American Shorthair (ASH) cat breed is extensive and stretches back to the country's early colonial era. Here's a quick rundown: \u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eColonial Era: \u003c\/b\u003e The American Shorthair breed's progenitors may have traveled aboard ships to keep vermin under control as the early European settlers brought their descendants to North America. Because of their exceptional hunting abilities, these cats were highly valued and were a vital component of colonial families.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBreed Development: \u003c\/b\u003e These cats interbred with different cats that immigrants brought with them over time, resulting in a diversified population. Only the cats with the strongest hunting and survival instincts survived through natural selection, which helped to create a resilient and adaptive breed.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003e19th Century: \u003c\/b\u003e Cat shows gained popularity in America and Europe by the 19th century. The American Shorthair, once referred to as the \"Domestic Shorthair,\" became recognized as a separate breed at this time. Cat breeders began to carefully breed their animals in order to standardize particular characteristics, like coat color and pattern.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003e20th Century: \u003c\/b\u003e Throughout the 20th century, the breed's popularity grew. In 1966, the American Shorthair was formally acknowledged as a breed by the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA). The cat's unique characteristics and heritage were taken into consideration when renaming it. Families loved this breed because of its well-known for being kind and versatile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/b\u003e Round faces, medium to big sizes, muscular builds, and short, dense coats are characteristics of American Shorthairs. They are available in an extensive range of hues and designs. They are popular as pets because of their amiable and laid-back dispositions.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eCurrent Situation: \u003c\/b\u003e The American Shorthair cat breed is still among the most well-liked in the country today. It is prized for its exceptional health, adaptability, and pleasant temperament in addition to its historical value. The breed is still popular among families looking for a loving, low-maintenance companion and is still shown in cat shows.\u003cbr\u003eThe history of the American Shorthair breed illustrates how it developed from a useful working cat during colonial times to a beloved and highly esteemed breed in modern pet society.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Rex Lewis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798324867119\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.17d","brand":"Rex Lewis","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48851245662463,"sku":"9798324867119","price":8.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/raising-a-american-shorthair-cat-rex-lewis-9798324867119","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}