This cat breed was originated in Oregon in a farm the parents of this breed were adopted as farm cats to control mice and rodents. The mom was a Tabby cat with short hair she gave birth to five fur-coated kittens and one bald female who later also gave birth to five bald little kittens a few week after they born they developed a soft curly coat. The farm owners though this cat was really unique and rare and later on they work with a feline geneticist to create LaPerm Society of America in 1997.
The LaPerm is a medium-sized cat with a distinctive appearance: It has a curly, wavy coat that is the result of a spontaneous mutation.
Personality
This is a very lively and curious cat breed that is inquisitive and loves climbing. It demands a lot of attention and will go to great lengths to get it from you. It is friendly towards children, other cats and dogs.
Breed Characteristics
| Origin: | US, 1980s |
| Life Span: | 12-15 years |
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The LaPerm is a medium-sized cat with a distinctive appearance: It has a curly, wavy coat that is the result of a spontaneous mutation.
| Size: | Medium |
Behaviour and Personality
This is a very lively and curious cat breed that is inquisitive and loves climbing. It demands a lot of attention and will go to great lengths to get it from you. It is friendly towards children, other cats and dogs.
| Activity Level: | High |
| Affection Level: | High |
| Kid Friendliness: | Very |
Appearance
| Grooming: | Minimal (Weekly brushing, nail trimming, ear and tooth cleaning) |
Laperm Common Health Conditions
Laperm Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.