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Korat
File:KoratCatMessingWithGermanShepherd.jpg Korat cat with German Shepherd
Alternative names
Si-Sawat
Country of origin
Thailand
Breed standards (external links)
CFA, ACFA, TICA, CCA,GCCF, ACF, FIFe

The Korat is one of the oldest stable breeds of cat. Originating in Thailand, it is named after the Nakhon Ratchasima province, although in Thailand it is often known as Si-Sawat, which means good fortune. In fact they are often known colloquially as the "Good Luck Cat" and are given in pairs to newly weds or people of high esteem as a wish for good luck.

The first known written mention of the Korat was in "The Cat-Book Poems" authored between 1350 and 1767 AD in Thailand, now preserved in the National library in Bangkok. They first appeared in America in the 1950s and arrived in Britain from there in 1972.

Korats are a shorthair breed with a small to medium semi-cobby build and a low percentage of body fat, making them heavier than their size would suggest. As with other low-fat cat and dog breeds (such as the related Siamese as well as the greyhound or the whippet) this should be brought to a veternarian's attention prior to any surgery requiring anaesthesia. They are an active and intelligent breed and are reported to form strong bonds with their owners and other pets.

Korats have several characteristics that together distinguish them as a breed:

Firstly, they are one of a few breeds that have only one colour: grey, tipped with silver, that often has lavender undertones - generally called blue in the cat world, although it is notably different in viewing from other 'blue' cats.

Secondly, their eyes are a shade of yellow from shortly after birth (sometimes described as a "pale amber") but they change to peridot green at full maturity (2 to 4 years). This is in contrast to the other two true 'blue' cat breeds: the Russian Blue (emerald green eyes) and the Chartreuse (amber or orange eyes). It should also be noted that unlike other cats when viewed at night using a spotlight their eyes reflect green rather than the more common red.

Thirdly, Korats only have one coat (they lack a downy undercoat possibly due to their long history in a hot and humid climate) and consequently do not shed much hair.

fr:Korat (chat)

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+The '''Korat''' is one of the oldest stable [[cat breed|breeds]] of [[cat]]. Originating in [[Thailand]], it is named after the [[Nakhon Ratchasima province]], although in Thailand it is often known as Si-Sawat, which means good fortune.  In fact they are often known colloquially as the "Good Luck Cat" and are given in pairs to newly weds or people of high esteem as a wish for good luck.
-By Michael E. Kreca
+The first known written mention of the Korat was in "The Cat-Book Poems" authored between 1350 and 1767 AD in Thailand, now preserved in the [[National library]] in [[Bangkok]].  They first appeared in America in the [[1950s]] and arrived in [[United Kingdom|Britain]] from there in [[1972]].
-The '''Chartreux''' is an internationally-recognized [[cat breed|breed]] of domestic [[cat]]. Chartreux cats are from [[France]], reportedly originally bred by [[Carthusian]] Catholic monks at their monastery in [[Grenoble]] for the purposes of catching [[mice]] to preserve food storages from loss and damage. Legend has it the Chartreux's ancestors were feral mountain cats from what is now [[Syria]], brought back to France by returning [[Crusaders]] in the 13th century. The first documented mention of the breed was by the French naturalist [[Buffon]] in the 17th century. The first Chartreux were brought to the [[USA]] in 1971.
-Physically, the Chartreux is large and muscular with short but powerful limbs, big paws and very fast reflexes. They are known for their blue (grey) double-thickness fur coats and gold- or copper-colored eyes. Chartreux cats are known for their "smile"; due to the structure of their heads and long, tapered muzzle, they often appear to be smiling.
+Korats are a shorthair breed with a small to medium semi-cobby build and a low percentage of body fat, making them heavier than their size would suggest.  As with other low-fat cat and dog breeds (such as the related Siamese as well as the greyhound or the whippet) this should be brought to a veternarian's attention prior to any surgery requiring anaesthesia.  They are an active and intelligent breed and are reported to form strong bonds with their owners and other pets.
-Chartreux cats tend to be quiet, rarely making noises such as mewing or crying. Some are mute. They are quite observant and intelligent, with some Chartreux learning to operate radio on/off buttons and to open screen door latches. Chartreux cats are also fond of chasing and playing well into their adult years; some can be taught to fetch small objects in the same manner as a dog. Chartreux are good with children and other animals, are nonaggressive and affectionate, good travelers and are generally very healthy.
+Korats have several characteristics that together distinguish them as a breed:
-Historically famous Chartreux owners include the French novelist [[Colette]] and French general/president [[Charles de Gaulle]].
+*Firstly, they are one of a few breeds that have only one colour: grey, tipped with silver, that often has lavender undertones - generally called blue in the cat world, although it is notably different in viewing from other 'blue' cats.
-The Chartreux breed was advanced to championship status in 1987 by the Cat Fancier's Association (CFA.)
+*Secondly, their eyes are a shade of yellow from shortly after birth (sometimes described as a "pale amber") but they change to peridot green at full maturity (2 to 4 years).  This is in contrast to the other two true 'blue' cat breeds: the Russian Blue (emerald green eyes) and the Chartreuse (amber or orange eyes).  It should also be noted that unlike other cats when viewed at night using a spotlight their eyes reflect green rather than the more common red.
-== External links ==
+*Thirdly, Korats only have one coat (they lack a downy undercoat possibly due to their long history in a hot and humid climate) and consequently do not shed much hair.
-*[http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/chartreux.html CFA profile]
-*[http://www.chartreux-europe.com Chartreux d'Europe]
 [[Category:Cat breeds]]
-[[de:Chartreux]]
+[[fr:Korat (chat)]]
-[[fr:Chartreux (chat)]]