Snowshoe
Developed in the US in the 1960s from a Siamese with white feet, the Snowshoe combines point coloration with white markings on the paws and face.
Le saviez-vous ?
- Snowshoes inherit a Siamese 'colorpoint' pattern.
- The white pattern is highly variable - no two are alike.
- Recognized by TICA in 1994.
- Kittens are born white and develop points over time.
- Famous Snowshoe 'Grumpy Cat' wasn't actually a Snowshoe but resembled one.
⚡ Faits en bref
Taille
Moyen
Poids
7-12 lbs (3-5.5 kg)
Espérance de vie
14-19 years
Niveau d'énergie
Moyen
Adapté aux enfants
Oui
Adapté à l'appartement
Oui
💖 Personnalité et comportement
Active, intelligent, and chatty - but softer-voiced than a full Siamese.
🍖 Alimentation et friandises
Balanced diet; they can be selective so transitions should be slow.
⚠️ Informations générales uniquement — pour des besoins alimentaires spécifiques, consultez un vétérinaire.
🧶 Jeux et activités
Jeux et activités favoris:
- Fetch
- Puzzle toys
- Water play
- Hide and seek
Engaged play sessions twice a day work well.
🏡 Cadre de vie
Best with companion pets or owners home most of the day.
✨ Anecdotes
- Snowshoes inherit a Siamese 'colorpoint' pattern.
- The white pattern is highly variable - no two are alike.
- Recognized by TICA in 1994.
- Kittens are born white and develop points over time.
- Famous Snowshoe 'Grumpy Cat' wasn't actually a Snowshoe but resembled one.