Singapura Cat Information

The Singapura is a smaller-than-average breed of cat that first appeared in the U.S. around the 1980s and was accepted for registration by the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) in 1982. Since then, breeders and experts have speculated that Singapura is not a natural breed and was "made" rather than discovered.

  1. History

    • In 1975 an American couple returned to the U.S. with three "drain cats" that would become the ancestors of the original Singapura, named after Singapore, where they caught the eye of a breeder in 1981.

    Appearance

    • Singapura have a muscular build and ticked sepia coat. They come in only one color of brown/beige and are noted for their large green or amber eyes. They have a silky, short coat that requires minimal grooming.

    Temperament

    • Singapura are affectionate, active and playful. They are intelligent and seek human interaction, however they are also very quiet and make excellent house cats. Naturally inquisitive and mischievous, Singapura have been known to open cabinets and doors.

    Health Concerns

    • Uterine inertia, or an inability to give birth due to weak muscles, appears in some Singapura females and causes deliveries via Caesarean section. Lack of diversity of the breed caused by a limited gene pool is also a concern among breeders.

    Other Facts

    • Another theory of the origin of the Singapura is that an American cat breeder mated an Abyssinian and Burmese and took the hybrid to Singapore. The Singapore Tourism and Promotion Board promoted the breed (under the name Kucinta) to cultural mascot in 1991.