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Havana Brown

ORIGIN & HISTORY

Developed in the UK in the 1950s by crossing Siamese with black shorthairs. Named after the Havana cigar due to its rich tobacco-colored coat, it is now a distinct and rare breed.

IDEAL FOR

  • + Owners seeking a rare and elegantly colored feline companion
  • + People who want a 'velcro cat' that stays close and communicates frequently
  • + Fanciers who appreciate unique physical details like colored whiskers and corn-cob muzzles
WEIGHT
2.7 - 4.5KG
LIFESPAN
12 - 15YEARS

THINK TWICE IF

  • - Owners who work long hours away from home and cannot provide companionship
  • - People discouraged by the high costs and long waiting lists for a rare pedigree
  • - Environments where an independent or less demanding pet would be a better fit

MORPHOLOGY STUDY

Havana Brown cat frontal morphology study
01 / Frontal Face
Havana Brown cat 90-degree profile
90° PROFILE
Havana Brown cat full body lateral line
LATERAL LINE
Havana Brown cat eye macro focus
EYE MASTER
HEALTH RISK ADVISORY
Urinary Tract Stones
Severity: Moderate
Variant study
VARIANT STUDY

The Havana Brown is a rare breed well known for its rich chocolate brown coat and striking emerald green eyes.

CARE INDEX

GROOMING
SHEDDING
ACTIVITY

ECONOMICS & ORIGIN

PRICE RANGE
$2,000 - $4,500+ (Rare breed standard)
ORIGIN & BIOLOGY
United Kingdom / semi_foreign

SOCIAL COMPATIBILITY

KIDS
OTHER CATS
DOGS
STRANGERS

RECOMMENDED CARE ITEMS

Cigar-Shaped Catnip Toy
A playful nod to the breed's namesake while providing mental enrichment
Premium Shallow Ceramic Bowl
Accommodates their unique muzzle shape and prevents whisker fatigue during meals

IDENTIFICATION TIP

"Check for brown whiskers and a unique 'corn-cob' or 'lightbulb' muzzle shape that sets them apart from other brown cats."

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Q. Are their whiskers really brown?

A. Yes, the Havana Brown is the only breed that should ideally have whiskers that match the color of its coat (brown).

Q. Is every chocolate cat a Havana Brown?

A. No, while other breeds can have chocolate coats, the Havana Brown is distinguished by its specific 'corn-cob' muzzle and vivid green eyes.

OFFICIAL RECOGNITION

CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association)
Championship
TICA (The International Cat Association)
Championship Breed

REFERENCES & SOURCES

CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association)
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
TICA (The International Cat Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD

* This guide describes general breed characteristics. For medical decisions, always consult a professional veterinarian.