Himalayan Rescue Information: The Himalayan is a fluffy cat with very long hair. Hiamalayans are smart, active cats. Himalayans are loving, companionable pets. Himalayans should be checked by a veterinarian for polycystic kidney disease. Himalayans are one breed of cat that should be bathed.

Himalayan Trivia: In Europe, Himalayans are called Colorpoint Persians. A Himalayan is a cross between a Persian and a Siamese. Martha Stewart owns seven Himalayans. Himalayans are popular in the media. For instance, the cat belonging to the Robert DeNiro character in Meet the Parents is a Himalayan. In the Homeward Bound children's movies, Sassy the Cat is a Himalayan voiced by Sally Field.