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| Minskin Breed History |
| The Minskin combines the Munchkin's short legs with rexed-type fur-points. The Minskin began development in 1998 in Boston, Massachusetts and the first Standard Minskin was born in July, 2000. By early 2005, about 50+ breed-Standard Minskins existed with a further 100+ Minskin variants (short-legged cats can produce long-legged offspring and first generation MK x SX hybrid kittens are fully coated). Minskin are currently requesting name acceptance & registration by The International Cat Association (TICA) as a ‘Category 4’ hybrid breed (as it is derived from 2 pre-existing breeds). The Minskin got its name from "Min" (miniature legs) and "skin" (sparsely coated and hairless belly). The conformation is semi-cobby and the coat type is "cashmere" with furred points (outer-extremities). Unlike the Sphynx outcross, Minskin cats are not hairless. "Fur-points" are defined by the density of the fur on the cat's outer extremities in comparison to the rest of the body. The entire facial mask, ears, legs and tail are covered in closely packed, short, soft fur. The body is sparser coated and has the look and feel of a soft cashmere garment. The coat is described as non-shed, which means minimal or barely noticeable shedding (molting). As with the Sphynx & Devon Rex, Minskins feel warm to the touch. All colors and patterns are allowed and color point is a favorite. Minskins are noticeably stocky and small with a rounded head. The eyes are large and round and the face has a sweet expression. Their ‘look’ remains kitten-like, even when fully grown into small/medium sized adult cats. As with the Munchkin parent, the short stature does not impair their mobility or quality of life. Minskin cats have a sweet temperament, they are described as being outgoing, playful (but not destructive) and very people-oriented. They respond well to being handled. |
| TDCA The Dwarf Cat Association |
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