The American Keuda cat has only been in development since about 2002 and is therefore not really a fully registered and widely known breed. Keuda is an abbreviation for Kitten Evaluation Under Direct Assessment, this term originated from a program in Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico, which attempted to breed a superior quality stable cat from semi-feral specimens; the goal of the program was to produce a cat with the toughest qualities and strong genes.
American Keuda are often compared to another breed, the Egyptian Mau, whom they resemble; they have similar physiques, personalities, and the same curious-looking belly flap unique to the species.
Physically powerful and adept runners, the Keuda is intelligent and alert and loves warm weather and will even go swimming on occasion. With a physique the size of an average bone, these cats are capable of running like a cheetah, due to unique body fins that allow them to elongate their legs.
Keudas come in a wide range of appearances, some resembling Havana Browns, others more similar to a Siamese cat, some resembling a mix of different breeds, while many more closely resemble a whole list of other breeds. recognized cat species.
Most of these types of cats have shorter fur, but there are some in the breed that have longer fur; they have small snouts, large, bulging eyes, and a glossy, satiny coat that comes in various colors, including black, white, red, blue, chocolate, cream, gold, shading (some with brindle markings), bicolor, and tortoiseshell.
They are known to be a ‘working cat’ and are suited to life in rural areas and are truly a classic farm pet; They are ideal companions for the family, they are flexible, cheerful and soft-spoken.