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LaPerm cats are known for their curly fur, friendly personality and loud, proud purr. Learn more about living with the affectionate LaPerm cat breed. LaPerm cats are charming, curly-haired cats with friendly and affectionate personalities. Their wavy coat is the result of a mutated gene that was discovered in the 1980s, making them a relatively new breed.
The affectionate tendencies of this breed, which is a lap cat, and its low-maintenance coat make it an easy and cuddly breed to live with. LaPerms make wonderful companion pets and love every moment with their beloved humans.
LaPerm cats typically cost between $300 and $600 from a reputable breeder. LaPerm cats are known for their curly coat, which is usually a mixture of soft waves and springy curls, resembling the human perm hairstyle. Most LaPerms have tight curls near the stomach, neck and ears and relaxed waves on the rest of the body. Their unique coat is the result of a genetic mutation found in rex breeds, although the LaPerm is not actually related to any other variety of rex cat. Because its breed standard is the result of a mutated gene, the mixed-textured coats of this breed can be short or long and come in every colour and pattern available, including tortoiseshell, tabby, red, calico or black LaPerm cats. Although you might think that LaPerm cats shed a lot, this curly cat is usually easy to groom, thanks to its low-shedding, mat-resistant undercoat.
Some claim that LaPerm cats are hypoallergenic, but in reality no cat is truly hypoallergenic. However, since LaPerm cats do not moult much at a time, they are a good breed for potential parents of cats with allergies.
These curly-haired cuties are medium-sized cats, usually weighing between 2.5 and 3 kilos. The LaPerm has long legs, large ears and a long, feathered tail. Their almond-shaped eyes can be any colour and they have an alert, lively expression. LaPerm kittens usually take 2 to 3 years to reach physical maturity, with females maturing slightly slower.”