Group Classification: long hair
Date of Origin: 1990s
Weight (M): 16-20 lb Height (M):
Weight (F): 12-18 lb Height (F):
Life Expectancy: unknown at present (breed is too new)

History
As the name suggests, the Desert Lynx Cat is the exotic result of pairing the wild, feral bobcat with the domestic cat. Three or more generations removed from their wild ancestors, Desert Lynx cats are bred to resemble their wild cousins as closely as possible, with ear tufts, ruff, coat pattern and size very much like the wild bobcat.

General Description
Imagine a bobcat and you've imagined the looks of a Desert Lynx. They have large round heads. Slightly slanted, almond-shaped eyes under a heavy brow highlight the face; males will have jowls. Nose leather is pink outlined in black except for ebony cats: their nose leather is black. Ears are tufted, feet are large and they are often polydactyl, having six toes with tufts. Belly spots, eye striping and horizontal leg and tail stripes all contribute to the wild look of this cat.

Desert Lynx cats have large, muscular bodies with powerful hind quarters. They look and move very much like their wild counterparts.

Colors:

LEOPARDS: Snow, Silver, Blue, Charcoal, Lavender, Chocolate, Red, Copper, Beige, Ebony. MARBLES: Same as Leopards but the pattern is swirled instead of spotted.

CLOUDED LEOPARDS: A mixture of spots and swirls. Spots can be large, and are of different shapes, can also have reverse spotting.

Coat
All types (smooth, plush or long)

Notable Features
Resemblance to the wild bobcat.

Health and Care
In contrast with their wild looks, the Desert Lynx gets their sweet, laid back personality from their domestic heritage, and is selectively bred to maintain and continually improve this gentle disposition. They are very intelligent and almost dog-like in personality. Although they can be reserved around strangers, they are very friendly and outgoing with people they love.

Resources
The International Desert Lynx Cat Association at www.idlca.com