Group Classification: Longhair
Country of Origin: U.K.
Date of Origin: 1981
Weight (M): 11-14 lbs.
Weight (F): 8-10 lbs.
Life Expectancy: years

History
Like a steamy romance novel, it must have been a romantic evening, with love in the air. Perhaps the lovers met in secret, afraid of the consequences of their desire. In any event, a Chincilla Longhair Persian cat mated with Baroness Miranda von Kirchberg's Lilac Burmese and no one was more surprised than the Baroness! The kittens were pretty and a breeding program developed to bring the best of the hybrid forward. Today, there are several distinct and diverse lines of Tiffanies, making it a hearty member of the Asian group.

General Description
Tiffanies are medium size cats with well proportioned features. Ears gently round at the tips and are somewhat wide set. Their wedge shaped head as a distinct nose thanks to a break in the profile. Large eyes are not quite round, in shades from yellow to green. They have medium length legs and round paws and a plumed tail.

Colors
Self (Solid, Sepia): Black, chocolate, red, blue, lilac, cream, caramel, apricot, black Tortie, Chocolate Tortie, Blue Tortie, Lilac Tortie, Caramel Tortie
Shaded (Solid,Sepia): as for self
Tabby Colors (Solid, Sepia and all patterns): Brown, chocolate, red, blue, lilac, cream, caramel, apricot, black Tortie, Chocolate Tortie, blue Tortie, Lilac Tortie, Caramel Tortie.

Coat
This is the only Asian cat with long hair, which comes from the Persian side of the family tree. Their coat is semi-long, fine and silky.

Notable Features
Oriental pointing combined with long hair has made the Tiffanie a popular cat in its native England.

Health and Care
Regular brushing keeps Tiffanies looking their best. Their fur is silky to the touch and does not tangle readily. Tail plumes need weekly brushing to remove debris. These are lively affectionate cats fairly unknown outside the U.K.

Resources
The Australian Silvertails Cat Club at www.silvertails.com.au