Features of cats with big ears
Almost all long-eared cats are natives of warm countries. Their large ears are covered with the thinnest skin, under which there are multiple vessels. Thanks to this structure of the ears, the blood quickly cools and accelerated heat exchange occurs. The higher the air temperature, the greater the volume of blood passes through the ear capillaries.
Interesting! In hot weather, the surface of a cat's ear turns red. But as the temperature drops, it acquires a natural shade.
The large size of the shell does not affect hearing acuity. Therefore, in all other respects, cats with long ears differ little from representatives of other breeds.
Cornish Rex
The cats resemble sphinxes, but unlike them, the body of representatives of this breed, which continues the “scary cats” rating, is covered with undercoat. Agree that a little fur is better than a naked body. Even if this “astrakhan” fur looks like it was cut to pieces with dull children’s scissors. The picture is completed by long thin legs, huge ears and the complex character of a tomboy.
Cornish Rexes are considered obsessive pets. Not only do cats prevent their owners from taking a step, but they also accompany every step with a loud “Meow!” Animals are very talkative; they have their own sound for every action. Smart pets are better than other cat breeds in learning to walk on a harness, follow commands, and surprise with tricks.
Price
In Russia – 15,000 – 45,000 rubles; 4,000 – 16,000 UAH.
Author's comment
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List of breeds with large ears and elongated muzzles
This list is quite large. It consists predominantly of animals of Asian or African origin. It also included several artificially created breeds with an exotic appearance.
The most popular cats with large ears and elongated muzzles are:
- Maine Coon;
- Somalia;
- oriental;
- Siamese;
- Canadian Sphynx;
- Ukrainian Levkoy;
- Abyssinian
Maine Coon
This popular cat breed with large ears and a long muzzle is distinguished by its impressive size. The weight of an adult can reach 12-15 kg. The Maine Coon's elongated, large body is covered with thick, semi-long hair with developed decorative hair.
The main distinguishing feature of these cats with long muzzles is their large ears with neat fluffy tufts at the tips.
Despite its impressive dimensions, you can keep a cat of this breed not only in a house, but also in an apartment. Although large Maine Coons may appear clumsy, they move with stunning grace.
In addition to their amazing appearance, fluffy long-eared cats with an elongated muzzle are endowed with a good-natured, affectionate disposition. Calm and patient representatives of the breed love to play and need the care of their owner.
Somalia
These floppy-eared cats are bred based on the Abyssinian. They received official recognition in the 70s of the last century.
The Somali's graceful body is covered with luxurious, elongated fur of a ticked reddish hue. But the main distinguishing feature of representatives of this breed is their elongated muzzle and movable large ears.
The shell, widened at the base, is cup-shaped. It gradually tapers to the ends, which can be decorated with fluffy tassels.
Oriental
This sophisticated, graceful cat with large ears was bred in the 60s of the last century. Kittens of this breed were obtained by crossing Siamese with short-haired individuals of a single color. Orientals are easy to recognize by their graceful, flexible body and beautiful head with a long muzzle.
The triangular large ears, reminiscent of fans, are considered to be a kind of calling card of the representatives of the breed. Slender, thin cats are covered with short hair of almost any color.
Long-eared Orientals are sociable animals and great lovers of being the center of attention. Representatives of the breed are devoid of aggression and easily get along with other pets. Cats with large ears and a long muzzle have developed intuition and can be offended by their owners if they leave them alone for a long time.
Siamese
The name of this breed to some extent reveals the history of its origin. It makes it clear that the homeland of these cats with large ears is Siam (now Thailand). The harmoniously built animal with well-developed muscles is covered with short, color-point fur.
Since Siamese cats belong to the oriental group, they are characterized by large triangular ears, slanted eyes and an elongated muzzle.
The character of these animals combines independence and selfless devotion to humans. Self-sufficient cats with large ears are very sensitive, temperamental and quite stubborn.
Under certain circumstances, representatives of the breed turn into real jealous people. Therefore, oriental cats with large ears should be the only pets in the family.
Canadian Sphynx
These owners of large ears and extraordinary appearance have been popular among exotic lovers for many decades. The graceful, muscular body of the Canadian Sphynx is covered with completely bare skin.
The hairless, spotted or plain skin of the animal is gathered into folds. And the long muzzle and large ears make the cat look like an alien creature.
Canadian Sphynxes are kind and devoted creatures that easily find a common language with all family members. Hairless cats with huge ears and a long muzzle need high-quality nutrition and special skin care. Since Sphynxes do not have a fur coat to protect them from the cold, they need clothing during the winter.
Ukrainian Levkoy
This young cat breed with large ears and a long nose was bred in Ukraine in 2004. The stretched, muscular body of the left-wing is covered with hairless folded skin that requires careful care.
But the main feature of the animal is not its bald skin, but its large ears with drooping tips. They are located at the very top of the head and have a wide set.
The big-eared Ukrainian Levkoy is endowed with a non-conflict, good-natured disposition. He doesn't hold grudges and never shows character. This hairless cat with large ears and a long muzzle quickly becomes attached to his owners and needs constant communication with people.
Abyssinian
The homeland of this long-eared animal, which has an ancient history, is Ethiopia. Abyssinians are small in size and weigh up to 4 kg. The cat's well-proportioned, slightly arched body with large ears and a long muzzle is covered in smooth, short, ticked fur.
Thoroughbred Abyssinians have a uniform color without spots or stripes. On a not too large wedge-shaped head with an elongated muzzle, there are large triangular ears.
The Abyssinian is a playful, curious cat with a good-natured disposition. She has high intelligence and a developed hunting instinct. This oriental cat with large ears and a long muzzle gets along well with children and other pets.
Maine Coon
Maine Coons are giants in the world of domestic cats. These are massive animals, with thick, luxurious fur coats and a strong build. The weight of an adult cat can reach up to 15 kilograms. But don’t think that Coon is an aggressive predator. Every kilogram of the pet is filled with patience and calmness. This is a wonderful pet.
In addition to their luxurious fur, Maine Coons have a memorable face, the zest of which is, of course, added by the ears. The cat's locators are located at the very top of the head. They are pointed and pointing upward. The tips of the ears are decorated with wonderful tassels.
Maine Coon
Maine Coon in the house - the end of peace. This pet's antics never stop. However, they are practically harmless and cause trouble. These cats are friendly and loyal.
Rare and non-standard cat breeds
Less common cats with large ears include:
- poodle cat;
- Havana;
- toyger
Poodle cat
These curly cats with large ears appeared quite recently and have not yet become popular. Their curly coat makes them resemble a poodle. Representatives of the breed are not only straight-eared, but also lop-eared. These unusual cats have a friendly and easy-going disposition.
Long-eared poodle cats easily adapt to any conditions and tolerate loneliness well.
Havana
The breed, called Havana Brown, was developed in the UK by crossing a Siamese and a domestic black cat. Despite the fact that Havana was registered in the middle of the last century, it was not widely used.
These elegant short-haired cats with large ears and a long muzzle are easily recognized by their unusual ellipse-shaped head and shiny dark brown coat.
Toyger
These long-eared cats with a long muzzle were bred in America in 1993. Outwardly, they resemble miniature tigers. The toyger's long body is covered with short, spotted fur. And a “domestic tiger” weighs only 7-9 kg.
Spotted cats with large ears are endowed with a calm and friendly disposition. Toygers quickly become attached to their owners and easily adapt to apartment living.
Savannah
The Savannah was bred by breeders to create a cat similar to the African Serval. It was he who was used as the progenitor of the breed, crossing with domestic cats suitable for the parameters. As a result, the world received an excellent breed that combines a predatory appearance and a domestic temperament.
Savannah is a domesticated exotic of the cat world. This is a beautiful spotted murka of silver, golden or sand color. The muzzle is expressive, slightly elongated. And, of course, big beautiful ears. Their base is wide, the locators become sharper towards the tips.
Shroud
The Savannah cat breed is actively bred in America and Europe. Thanks to its gentle disposition, this mug made it possible to shelter a small indoor predator at home.
Wild cats with big ears
Among the non-domesticated representatives of the cat family there are also animals with large ears:
- The serval has the largest ears. This long-eared cat grows to 60-65 cm at the withers. And the length of its “locators”, decorated with black fluffy tassels, can reach 5-5.5 cm.
- The sand or dune cat is inferior in size to its domestic counterparts. And her large ears are set so wide that they protrude beyond the contours of her head.
- The Chinese mountain cat has large ears with tufts like a lynx.
- The head of the long-tailed margay is crowned with large, practically non-tapering “locators”. The wide-set, large ears of this cat are almost circular in shape.
Abyssinian
Representatives of the breed are real record holders for the largest ears. A cute but powerful cat, she is active and cheerful even in hot weather.
Few cats can boast of such a striking, unusual appearance:
- Oriental color “savannah”;
- Muscular strong physique.
- Dark eyeliner around the eyes.
Wide-set ears give the appearance a special charm. These are cats with round ears. A distinctive feature of Abyssinians is restlessness. They are very playful and active, and are by no means couch potatoes.
Canadian Sphynxes
Representatives of this breed have very large, widely set ears with rounded tips. Sphynxes have a round body, a wide chest, a thin long tail and widely set forelimbs. The unusual appearance is added by smooth skin with many folds on the neck, forehead and limbs. At the same time, they can be completely bald or have a thin, almost invisible fluff.
Prices for Sphynx kittens start from 5,000-8,000 rubles.
Ukrainian Levkoy
I would like to finish the conversation about cats with non-standard ears with a description of this new breed. These are loyal and affectionate animals. Some may find the Ukrainian Levkoy scary, while others see it as the epitome of cuteness. One of the ancestors is considered to be the sphinx, from whom the levkoy received its perfectly bare skin, completely devoid of fur.
It is distinguished by a muscular, harmoniously built body, a wedge-shaped head, covered with an abundance of wrinkles. The ears are folded in the middle and decorated with horizontal folds. The eyes are almond-shaped, medium-sized, any color is acceptable.
Semi-erect ears are considered a disqualifying fault, and their owners are not allowed to participate in exhibitions.
These are the cat breeds with the largest ears. They will become faithful and devoted pets, surround the owner with true love, and give tenderness.
Kanaani
A small cat with a bright leopard color, long limbs and tail, an elongated body and a small head with high-set, deep ears, which are characterized by increased mobility. They are easy-going, easy to care for, but have a clearly defined hunting instinct, so they need regular walks and sometimes agree to walk even on a leash.
This is a young and very rare breed, which is not yet bred in Russia, and on foreign sites the price is 650-1000 euros.
Serengeti
The cats are similar in appearance to the Savannah breed, but are smaller in size. They have high protruding ears that take up most of the head, honey-colored eyes, a strongly built body with smooth short hair with a beautiful spotted pattern. These animals are very sociable, non-aggressive and prefer an active lifestyle, so they need space and a place to play.
The price of kittens varies between 30,000-35,000 rubles.
