Identify an American Wirehair

Cats are beautiful. They can be found pretty much anywhere there is fish, which is everywhere. However, many cats are hard to distinguish, and American Wirehairs are no exception!

If You Own One Or Think You Own One

 * 1) Ask the breeder or retailer you got the cat from. If you just recently obtained one as a kitten, wait until it matures a bit more. Much like birds, cats tend to looks very similar when young.
 * 2) Ask the breeder or retailer to view the cat's pedigree. Hopefully, they will allow you to do so, and you can view the basic genealogy of the cat, as well as confirm the truthfulness in the breeder or retailer's claims.
 * 3) If you wanted an American Wirehair but that is not what you got, do not return it. Instead, check it in with a vet and have a giveaway.

If You Saw a Feral Cat

 * 1) Take a picture. Turn off flash, as this is almost sure to scare it away. If possible, try to mute the shutter sound as well.
 * 2) Try feeding it. American Wirehairs quite enjoy anything with meat. They are not as picky as some other cats, and actually enjoy people. If you can get the cat to stay around after feeding, this may mean you have found an American Wirehair.
 * 3) Check for injuries as it feeds. Feeding time is the perfect opportunity to take a cold, hard look at it.
 * 4) Leave it alone if no injuries are found. If you do find injuries, however small, take the cat to the vet.

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