Standards

General  

Brazilian Shorthair is the original breed native for Brazil.  

Points 

Head:  

35 

Shape  

Top of head 

The small to medium sized head is a moderate wedge, longer than broad. 

10 

Muzzle and chin 

The muzzle is of medium width and clearly defined with a slight whisker break. Chin and lower jaw are firm. 

10 

Profile  

The nose is of medium length and broad. The profile is slightly curved. 

10 

Eyes 

The eyes are large and rounded. They are set wide apart (1,5 eye width between). Eye colour corresponds with the coat colour. 

5 

Ears 

The ears are large. They are higher than the width of the base.  They are set high and have tufts. 

5 

Body: 

30 

Size and boning 

The body is medium sized. 

10 

Torso 

Muscular, yet slender and elegant 

8 

Neck 

The neck is firm, but not strongly muscled. 

4 

Legs and paws 

The legs are of medium length, the paws slightly rounded 

3 

Tail 

The tail is of medium length to long, not broad at the base and slightly tapering 

5 

Coat: 

25 

Length 

Short  

5 

Texture  

Silky in texture and close lying to the body without undercoat. 

10 

Colour 

All colours and patterns, except pointed, mink and sepia colours, are recognized. Any amount of white is permitted.  

10 

Condition  

See General part 

5 

Total  

100 

Special breed faults 

Too strong boning. 

Narrow muzzle. 

Without certificates 

Disqualify 

Remarks 

The novice class is not permitted outside of Brazil 

Outcross 

None