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The York Chocolate cat is often referred to simply as the York. The cat was developed in New York in 1983 by breeder Janet Chiefari. The American breed of cat came about by selecting certain colors for breeding.
The breed isn’t recognized by cat registries, however, in March 1990, the Cat Fanciers’ Federation of the New England area recognized York Chocolates as an experimental cat breed.
By 2016 no registry carried its breed standard and it looks as though the cat is now extinct. Later is was also established that the International York Chocolate Federation was founded in 2003 but that the site seems to be archived.
Today the breed is still under development and in the experimental stages. It is a medium to large cat, both robust, sturdy, and muscular.
He can weigh up to 7 or 8 kg. The head is medium-sized with a rounded muzzle and the ears fairly large, pointed and tufted and broad at the base.
The eyes are medium in size, almond-shaped, and slanted slightly. The color of the eyes is a striking gold, green, or hazel.
The legs are also medium to long in length and well-muscled with the hind legs being a bit longer than the forelegs. The coat is medium to long, smooth and glossy with no undercoat. Color of the coat is mainly a rich chocolate color or silver, black and white.
The York Chocolate is a loyal and friendly cat. He is independent and although he loves his human family, he is perfectly happy on his own as well. They make wonderful pets as they get on well with children and also with other pets in the home.
They’re even-tempered and adapt well to all kinds of lifestyles. What is notable about this cat is that even if you tend to ignore him, he wants to lavish you with his attention. He is a cat that just loves to spend time with his human family.
The York Chocolate is an ideal breed for families but he will get along well with single people too who are willing to make a fuss of him.
He is the kind of cat that makes himself at home indoors or outdoors. He has such an amicable nature and wants to be your friend. In return for this friendship, he needs to be given a whole lot of love and attention.
York Chocolates are generally considered to be healthy cats, but always schedule regular wellness visits with the vet if you suspect even the smallest illness.
The insides of the cat’s ears should be examined regularly for signs of dirt and wax build-up that can lead to an infection.
The trend these days is to brush your cat’s teeth. This can absolutely traumatize your cat. When you take your cat for a check-up he will in any case look inside your cat’s mouth to make sure there aren't any bad teeth.
As a cat owner, it is a good idea to recognize the signs and symptoms of common illnesses in your cat. Cancer
Cats can get different kinds of cancer – where cells grow uncontrollably and spread to all parts of the body.
When a cat doesn't produce insulin, his blood sugar levels elevate and this can result in hyperglycemia.
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It's a deadly disease that can be prevented by vaccination.
Vomiting is a common problem with cats with many different causes. The danger with vomiting is that it can lead to dehydration,
A cat’s upper respiratory tract is susceptible to infections caused by a variety of viruses and bacteria.
The coat of the York Chocolate is fairly short and it doesn't shed heavily. A weekly brush will suffice to help remove dirt and loose hairs as well as to maintain the coat’s sheen.
A high-quality diet high in protein and animal meat must be provided for your cat Cats are carnivores and are not plant eaters.