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SafraNika Ernesto Talisman Gitano 2rd Best of Somali International Division.
SafraNika Cleopatra - Best of the Best.
SafraNika Esenyia - Best of the Best.
SafraNika Ernesto Talisman Gitano - Best of the Best.
СFA 2011-2012- SafraNika Ayiana 2rd Best of Somali International Division.
СFA 2010-2011- SafraNika Ayiana 3rd Best of Somali International Division.
Odaiko of Kumasasa "КИС-ОМСК 2011".
WCF 2010 Hillstblues Aileen - Best of Breed Somali.
WCF 2010 Odaiko of Kumasasa - Лучший кот Somali.
WCF 2010 Sunny Maks Delight - Лучший котёнок Somali.
"Actually, I think that short-haired cats are friendlier; they adapt themselves to the environment more quickly than their long-haired congeners. But, at the same time, I have to admit that, in spite of these characteristics, long-haired cats are charmingly beautiful and have higher level of intelligence that is even comparable to that of a dog. I made this conclusion after long, careful and deliberate consideration." (Harrison Weir)
Very smooth, silky, flowing fur does not require special grooming. Because of its fine structure, it never becomes matted and can be easily combed out during the shedding, giving no trouble. The shining guard hair has zonary colouring (ticking), an alteration of dark and light bands along the full length of a hair – the more rings the better. The chest, belly and inside of legs have the color of the down hair. The down hair is of clear, deep hue. Being bright, it can be seen when the cat moves and creates the impression of inner glow, as if a sun has hidden. Large, expressive, magnetic almond-shaped eyes range in color from green to rich copper.
Nowadays the breed is recognized by all largest feline organizations, though with small differences in the standards. Thus, CFA recognizes only four colors in the Somali: Ruddy (tawny), Sorrel (red), Blue, and Fawn (beige).
Blue: Warm blue-grey color. Undercoat is light-cream or light-beige. Nose leather is tile red, paw pads are mauve-blue. Fawn: Ivory color, ticked with beige. Nose leather and paw pads are pink |