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Singapura
Warm ivory with dark brown ticking; green almond eyes
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Feline breed atlas078 / SGP
Singapura
Origin
Singapore roots; developed in the USA
Coat
Very short, silky; sepia agouti
Named after the Malay name for Singapore, the Singapura is described as having roots in local street cats, although that ancestry is best expressed cautiously.
Named after the Malay name for Singapore, the Singapura is described as having roots in local street cats, although that ancestry is best expressed cautiously. American breeding work began in the 1970s, and CFA accepted registration in 1981. Its single recognized color is sepia agouti, not a longhaired or shorthaired variant of another breed; Kucinta is a local name.
02Singapura appearance and coat
Look for a rounded head, a medium-short broad muzzle, large deeply cupped ears and widely spaced almond eyes in green, hazel or yellow. The compact body is muscular, with legs tapering to small oval feet. A slender, blunt-ended tail accompanies a very short, close coat with dark brown ticking over warm ivory. Appearance alone cannot establish pedigree.
03Singapura temperament and interaction
Singapuras are often described as lively, curious and people-oriented, joining household activities and retaining an interest in play as adults. They may be confident in familiar surroundings yet need reassurance after significant changes. Lap preferences, vocal habits and tolerance for attention vary, so let each cat choose its pace.
04Grooming and everyday care
A gentle weekly comb usually suits the close, short coat; bathing is generally unnecessary unless the cat becomes dirty. Offer daily interactive play, safe climbing opportunities and measured meals to maintain a lean, muscular body. CFA advises asking breeders about progressive retinal atrophy in their lines and screening records. Genetic testing cannot exclude every illness; discuss changes in vision or behavior with a veterinarian.
Singapura · Common questions before choosing a cat
How big does an adult Singapura get, and does it stay kitten-like?
The Singapura is among the smallest pedigreed cats, but adults are fully developed, muscular cats rather than permanent kittens. FIFe gives an approximate weight range of 2–3.5 kilograms, with males generally larger than females. Size alone does not prove identity; pedigree requires documentation, and healthy body condition should be assessed individually.
Does the Singapura have only one color, and how is ticking different from stripes?
CFA recognizes only sepia agouti: individual hairs carry alternating pale and dark brown bands over a warm ivory ground. This creates fine ticking rather than broad body stripes. Some barring occurs on the inner front legs and rear knees, with dark facial lines. Green, hazel or yellow eyes fit the CFA standard.
Do Singapuras shed much, and which eye-health records should I ask about?
Its very short coat generally sheds modestly, and weekly gentle combing removes loose hairs, though shedding still occurs. CFA recommends asking about progressive retinal atrophy in the family line and available screening records. This does not mean every Singapura develops the condition, nor does a clear test guarantee lifelong health.
Sources and production notes
Text is based on the association sources below. AI-assisted original illustrations depict one coat variety, not every individual. Health and care information is general and does not replace veterinary assessment.
Based on the association sources listed on each profile. Illustrations do not establish pedigree. Independently produced by miaomap, without association endorsement. Numbers are catalog IDs, not rarity ranks.
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