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   We are located in: Knoxville, Tn. Our cattery is registered with TICA and REFR.  
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Hello and welcome to Northshore Cats. The Origin of Highland Lynx/Highlander: The Highland Lynx was developed by crossing two existing breeds, the Desert Lynx and the Jungle Curl. The Jungle Curl is a curled eared African Jungle Cat hybrid, and the Desert Lynx is a Bobcat hybrid. The Highland Lynx has many of the characteristics of the Bobcat with the distinctive curled ears of the Jungle Curl. These cats are definitely family cats. They are inquisitive and want to be a part of household activities. They come in both long and short hair and require the same care as any domestic cat. Many are polydactyl (extra toes). If you are looking for a large cat with a distinctive wild appearance and a dog-like personality, you need to look no further than the Highland Lynx. Highland Lynx cats are strong, muscular cats, medium in length, with longer hind legs. Their toes may be tufted. They are very alert, intelligent cats. Males are larger than females and slower to mature. These cats come in both long and short hair. The head is large but not round, with a full, well-developed muzzle that is almost square in appearance, with prominent whisker pads. The curled ears are smaller than in the Desert Lynx and set wide apart, usually with feathering and tufts on the tip. Ears curl backwards at the tips. The degree of the curl may be slight or extreme, with the tip of the ear actually curling back and touching the back side of the ear. The gene which causes the ear to curl actually hardens the cartilage in the ear dwarfs the ear size. The gene for curled ears is a dominant gene. The wide set eyes are large and expressive, set at an angle, with colors ranging from gold to green, with blue eyes in the snows. Highland Lynx are affectionate and very outgoing to people they know. The Highlander is basically the same cat as the Highland Lynx. Highlanders are a breed recognized by TICA (The International Cat Association). Cats that can be shown at cat shows as Highlanders have straight feet, a natural short tail, and a slight curl to the ear. The Highland Lynx cats were developed by Joe Childers at Timberline Cats.
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