Do you love both cats and dogs? Then the Highland Lynx is the perfect companion for you! Breeders often compare this unique breed to dogs due to their loyalty and affectionate nature. They’ll greet you with excitement when you come home and even fetch a ball or their favourite toy when you throw it!

At the same time, they possess the charm of a classic feline, enjoying nothing more than curling up beside their favourite human. With them, you can expect calm moments, gentle affection, and long naps together.

While the Highland Lynx can adapt to apartment living, they thrive when given plenty of attention and quality time with their owner.

A Muscular Cat with Big Paws

As an adult, the Highland Lynx develops a strong, well-muscled body with a broad chest, making it a medium to large-sized cat. One of their standout features is their short tail, a breed standard, though some kittens are born with longer tails.

Fun fact: Highland Lynx cats are often polydactyl, meaning they have extra toes, giving them notably large paws!

Coat and Patterns

Highland Lynx cats have either medium-length (Longhair) or short (Short hair) coats, and their coloration is incredibly diverse. Options include solid, tabby, snow, leopard, sepia, bronze, silver, marble, and more.

Grooming

Caring for a Highland Lynx is simple! Brushing their coat once or twice a week is enough to remove loose fur. Their ears should be cleaned weekly with a suitable ear-cleaning solution. And with their extra toes, trimming their nails might take a bit more time, but it’s well worth the effort.

Dental Care

Dental hygiene, like tartar removal, is important for your Highland Lynx. Consider using prevention-focused care budgets, such as those offered by SantéVet, to cover grooming and health maintenance costs.