Himalayan Cats 101 : Fun Facts & Myths

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In today's video, we are going to talk about some interesting facts and myths about the Himalayan Cat.

Himalayan cats have been jokingly labeled Persians in a Siamese costume. While that’s an adorable image, of course it isn’t true. Whether or not Himalayans are a distinct breed.

Himalayans are a medium-sized sub-breed of longhair cat. They are almost identical to Persians except that they have brilliant blue eyes and the colorpoint markings of a Siamese. That means they have creamy bodies with a darker face, ears, feet, and tail.

The cats have the gentle and calm disposition of the Persian and the energy and friendliness of the Siamese.

Calm and devoted, Himalayans make excellent companions, though they prefer a quieter home.

Here are some interesting facts about Himalayan Cats that will make you admire them even more!

1. Himalayan Cat's History.

It’s commonly believed the breed got its start at Harvard in the 1930s when researcher Clyde Keeler, with the help of enthusiast Virginia Cobb, conducted a study on combining Siamese and Persian traits. They named their first success Newton’s Debutante. Keeler’s research was picked up again in the 1950s as people longed for longhaired feline friends with those classic Siamese blue eyes and colorpoint markings.

In the U.K., in 1955, Brian Sterling-Webb successfully crossbred what he named Longhaired Colourpoints. Two years later in the U.S., Margaret Goforth had similar success and named the breed Himalayans, after the Himalayan rabbit who has similar markings.

2. They Even have a Nickname.

The Himalayan cat has garnered many nicknames over the years like the Long-haired Colorpoint, Persian-Siamese and Himalayan Persian among others.

But the one nickname that they are widely known by is “Himmies”, a name given to them by cat enthusiasts and pet lovers.

3. Himalayan Cat's Temperament.

Himalayans are remarkably pleasant. They are smart, affectionate, and devoted. Himmies consider their pet parent’s lap to be a little piece of heaven, and while they can be left for long hours if you have to work, a Himalayan won’t be afraid to tell you if you’re neglecting them.

These kitties can be shy, and they prefer a calm environment. If you have children, be aware that Himmies love getting attention from kids. Some will even let children push them around in buggies, but they do not like rough housing. They dislike loud noise and are timid around houseguests.

4. Himalayan Cat's Attributes.

Himmies have what is known as a “cobby” body type. This means that despite their round appearance, these kitties are sturdy and strong. They have short, thick legs and tail and a broad chest and shoulders.

Aside from those expressive blue eyes, a Himalayan’s face is distinct in that it can either be traditional or extreme. Traditional, also called doll face, is round with a longer, lower nose. Extreme, or peke-face, is that adorable squashy look similar to that of a Pug.