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PersonalityAs varied as their multicolored exteriors, domestic shorthairs come in all types of temperaments. Since the ancestry of the domestic kitten is generally not known and (as a rule) they don't breed true as most purebreds do, it's difficult to predict what the cat will be like as an adult. It may be quiet or vocal, large or small, outgoing or withdrawn. While purebreds do have their own unique personalities, they are more likely to follow the pattern of their breed and therefore produce predictable offspring. With the random-bred domestic shorthair, anything is possible. Generally, however, shorthairs are a bit more lively than their longhaired counterparts. If you were able to see the parents -- which is often difficult - their temperaments would give you an idea of what the kitten would be like as an adult. Remember, however, that a cat's temperament depends greatly on his early socialization and care.
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