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The '''Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals''' ('''SPCA''') is any of a number of societies whose operations include protecting and providing shelter to [[animal|animals]] in danger. The SPCA is a non-profit organization that takes in stray animals, and helps them to get adopted. See:
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|[http://www.aaceinc.org/pages/breeds/kor.htm AACE], [http://www.koratworld.com/home.html KCA],
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[http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/standards/korat.html CFA], [http://www.acfacat.com/breeds/standards/koratstd.html ACFA], [http://www.tica.org/binary/pdf/publications/standards/ktstd.pdf TICA], [http://www.cca-afc.com/standardsKorat.html CCA], [http://www.acf.asn.au/Standards/Korat.htm ACF],<br> FIFe
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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 newlyweds or people of high esteem as a wish for good luck.
  
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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]].
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Korats are a shorthair with a small to medium build and a low percentage of body fat; their bodies are often described as semi-cobby, and are surprisingly heavy for their size.  They are an active cat and form strong bonds with people.
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Korats have several characteristics that together distinguish them as a breed:
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*Korats are one of a few breeds that have only one colour: a silvery gray that often has lavender undertones - generally called blue in the cat world, although it is notably different in viewing from other 'blue' cats.
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*Their eyes are a shade of yellow from birth (sometimes described as a "pale amber") but change to an emerald or peridot green at full maturity (2 to 4 years).  During this change the eyes are green in the centre with a yellow at the edges.  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.
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*Korats only have one coat (they lack a downy undercoat possibly due to their long history in a hot and humid climate) and do not shed much hair.
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*Korats are best kept in pairs.  A single Korat will tend to be unhappy, especially if they are not getting enough attention.  They truly love spending time grooming, sleeping and playing with another Korat.
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*Korats can be taught simple, repetitive tricks like "sit" and "retrieve".
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*Korats are intended to be indoor cats.
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*Korats are easily startled by loud noises.
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*Korats seem most at ease living with a quiet household.
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Jean Johnson first introduced Korats to the US in 1959. She had lived in Thailand, where she first encountered the breed. Her first pair were named Nara (male) and Dara (female).
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==External links==
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*[http://www.catfacts.org/korat-cat-facts.htm Korat Cat Photos]
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[[it:Gatto Korat]]
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Revision as of 12:21, 19 August 2006

For the city Korat in Thailand, see Nakhon Ratchasima
Korat
Image of a Korat breed cat
Alternative names
Si-Sawat
Country of origin
Thailand
Breed standards (external links)
AACE, KCA,

CFA, ACFA, TICA, CCA, 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 newlyweds 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 with a small to medium build and a low percentage of body fat; their bodies are often described as semi-cobby, and are surprisingly heavy for their size. They are an active cat and form strong bonds with people.

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

  • Korats are one of a few breeds that have only one colour: a silvery gray that often has lavender undertones - generally called blue in the cat world, although it is notably different in viewing from other 'blue' cats.
  • Their eyes are a shade of yellow from birth (sometimes described as a "pale amber") but change to an emerald or peridot green at full maturity (2 to 4 years). During this change the eyes are green in the centre with a yellow at the edges. 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.
  • Korats only have one coat (they lack a downy undercoat possibly due to their long history in a hot and humid climate) and do not shed much hair.
  • Korats are best kept in pairs. A single Korat will tend to be unhappy, especially if they are not getting enough attention. They truly love spending time grooming, sleeping and playing with another Korat.
  • Korats can be taught simple, repetitive tricks like "sit" and "retrieve".
  • Korats are intended to be indoor cats.
  • Korats are easily startled by loud noises.
  • Korats seem most at ease living with a quiet household.

Jean Johnson first introduced Korats to the US in 1959. She had lived in Thailand, where she first encountered the breed. Her first pair were named Nara (male) and Dara (female).

External links

de:Korat-Katze fr:Korat it:Gatto Korat he:קוראט sk:Korat fi:Korat sv:Korat

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