Himalayan Cats - Colorpoint Persian Cats

'Himalayan cats' is the American term used to refer to a special breed of cats. In Europe, they are mostly referred to as colorpoint Persian cats.
Himalayans are the result of a breed between Persian and Siamese cats.
This combination gives this breed their very special look that is a mix of what both of its parents are famous for. Himalayan cats have a very long fluffy fur (like the Persian ones), as well as dark-colored extremities (Siamese characteristic).

Why are they called Himalayans? One has the right to ask himself this question, given that both parents do not originate from that place.
But technically, the name was given to this breed because their fur color is close to that of rabbits and goats that live in the heights of the Himalayan Mountains.

A summary of the Himalayan cats' body looks can be given as follows: they have a rather rounded chubby body with usually a white or grayish fur (sometimes brown, chocolate or even dark red), with a rounded big head. Their ears are pretty small and their legs are rather short compared to the average among other breeds.

Himalayan cats are one of the most calm tampered breeds you might come across. They like to play and to be cuddled. Despite the fact that Persians cats are not that active, this special breed actually takes on from its Siamese genes, and one can notice how young Himalayan cats are actually quiet active and like to run around the place. But this level of activity tends to become lower as they grow up older.
Himalayan cats are usually non-violent, and they make good companions (though it is always recommended that pets are kept at distance from little kids, no matter how peaceful they are).

It is to be noted that Himalayan cats, and due to their long fur, tend to develop what is known as 'hair balls'. This is why it is quiet recommended that they get groomed daily.
As for their personal hygiene, just like any other cat, Himalayans tend to lick and clean their body by themselves.

Local pet shops tend to breed them in-store, and thus inbreeds are very common, which leads to a higher risk of genetic diseases (quiet similar to why humans are always discouraged from marrying a close relatives). The pet shops also reminds me of my last visit to a local pet shops, when I saw some very cute Dogs on sale there. I wish I could take them all home with me.