LaPerm
USA · 1982Curly, cuddly, quiet and gentle
LaPerms have a soft, loose curly coat, short or long, from a natural mutation found on an Oregon farm in 1982. They are affectionate, gentle and curious.
At a glance
Life with a LaPerm
They love being held and stroked and often seek out laps, and they are active without being wild. They are quiet and adaptable. Kittens may go bald or change coat before the adult curls come in.
- People who want a cuddly but not demanding cat
- Families
- People who want less cat hair around
- You hope for allergy-free — they still make the allergen
- You need a kitten soon — the breed is rare
Often suggested for people with allergies — but no cat is allergy-free. All cats make the main allergen (Fel d 1), and the amount varies from cat to cat. Spend an hour or more with the kitten and its parents before you pay.
- Comb lightly once a week; wet the coat to refresh the curls.
- Avoid heavy brushing.
- Play and climbing.
Health
Generally healthy. Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PK-def) has been found in the breed.
- PK-def DNA test
- Parents’ vet records
Prices are rough ranges from registered breeders and vary by line, color and region. A much cheaper “purebred” kitten is a common scam sign.
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Sources: breed standards and profiles from CFA and TICA, DNA tests listed by the UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory, and veterinary breed profiles.