How to Identify a Havana Brown Cat

The Havana Brown cat is a human-engineered breed. People designed these types of cats with the goal of a completely brown-colored cat in mind, since brown is such a rare color for felines to have. Known as playful medium-sized cats, Havana Browns are people-oriented and very gentle.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Check the coat's color. Most Havana Brown kittens are entirely brown, including their whiskers. A few have hints of temporary coloring that fades over time. The shade of brown is frequently described as a reddish chocolate brown.

2. Feel the coat. The fur tends to be very smooth, thick and close-lying.

3. Hold the cat. Havana Browns have a dense body structure and are muscular.

4. Examine the face. The head should be longer than it is wide. The nose has a ridge by the eyes. The eyes tend to be large and oval shaped. The ears frequently tilt forward, and the muzzle tends to be rounded with a square chin.

5. Pay close attention to the weight of your Havana Brown cat. The dense body can make it more difficult to recognize weight change.

Tips & Warnings

• Changes in coat gloss are a good indicator of health, but they are also common during season changes. Notify a veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns.
• If you are not sure about the breed, a vet or specialty group can assist you with identification.
• Grooming your Havana Brown will keep the coat glossy while also reducing hairballs.

Resources

• Register your cat at the Havana Brown Breed Council website.