Whether they are monochromatic or with shades, light gray or dark gray in color, many cats are known for their gray fur.
Il gray cat it is part of the most popular and widespread cats. Because of their elegant fur, gray cats are often chosen as the stars of commercials for cat food or accessories. We present to you five breeds of cats with gray fur.
What character do gray cats have?
Gray cats are generally said to be the quietest, although they are still very alert and curious. And perhaps it is precisely this curiosity that gives him the wise air of someone who has seen a lot!
How to call a gray cat?
There are several names that therefore adapt to this wise and mysterious attitude of theirs. In our article on names for gray cats you will find many ideas for all tastes.
1. Gray British cat
The British Shorthair is an ancient cat breed that was known as early as the 19th century and has since been bred to be one of the most popular cat breeds in the world.
The specimens of this breed have the short, dense and soft coat. The round face with large eyes gives the British Shorthair cat a friendly appearance.
Very often it has a monochromatic gray colour, even if there are specimens with a gray or gray tabby (ie brindle) fur with white paws. This feline breed comes in many other colors, although the gray-coated variety is the most sought after.
2. Gray Carthusian cat
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The Chartreux cat is also known as Chartreux. It is one of the oldest existing breeds, known since the 16th century.
The Chartreux has gray fur with a bluish tinge, which is why the color is also known as blu. There are no signs of fur in the purebred cat, it has monochromatic and short gray fur.
This breed exhibits a clear difference in appearance between a male and a female specimen. While the male has a strong, imposing build with a round face, the female Chartreux is significantly smaller and with a narrower face.
3. Russian Blue gray cat
The Russian Blue is not a “simple” gray cat. The monochromatic fur of this elegant kitty is of a uniformly shimmering gray and is characterized by a silvery sheen.
The Russian Blue owes its graceful appearance to the contrast between the gray fur and the intense green of the eyes. Coat color varies from black/dark brown, gray/blue, or white.
4. Long-haired gray cat: the Nebelung
A lesser known gray cat is the Nebelung. This beautiful gray longhair cat breed is related to the Russian Blue. Like him, the Nebelung also has a splendid gray-blue coat color, as well as elegant silver reflections.
Il long, voluminous and silky coat has the characteristic of never get knotted and makes the Nebelung look larger than other gray cat breeds.
5. Scottish Fold: An unusual looking gray cat
The Scottish Fold is available in different colors, such as gray, black, white or tan and in different fur patterns: it can be monochromatic, brindle (tabby) or spotted (tortie).
The round head and large wide open eyes of the Scottish Fold make it look like a cat stuffed toy!
The name of this animal is no accident: Scottish means “Scottish”, e Fold, which in English translates as “bent”. In fact, this breed has very particular ears: they are lean forwardand this is due to a genetic mutation.
All beautiful cats! And you, which of these gray cats do you prefer?