Jianzhou cat

Cat breed

Overview

Jianzhou cat (Chinese: 簡州貓, jiǎn zhōu māo), also known as Shen Mao(神貓), Si-Er Mao(四耳貓), Sichuan Jianzhou cat(四川簡州貓), is a local cat breed in Jianyang City, Sichuan Province, China., the locals call them Nia Mao(丫猫).

Appearance

Description: The Jianzhou cats is tall and sturdy, with well-developed muscles but not bulk. Its coat color is varied and mixed, rarely showing a single solid color, and lacks distinct markings.

The ears overlap and may be attached. There is a distinct gap in the ear outline, and a mid-point inflection point, giving the appearance of having two extra ears.

Jianzhou cats have a keen sense of hearing, capable of hearing frequencies up to 60,000 hertz, and can detect the footsteps of a mouse 20 meters away. Jianzhou cats are loyal to their owners and only allow them to approach, as others approaching them may cause accidental injury. To maintain their health, Jianzhou cats regularly eat cat grass and supplement with folic acid to promote growth and development.

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Sources (reused under open licences, with thanks): Wikipedia — “Jianzhou cat” (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikidata (CC0) · Compiled by OC Pets Veterinary Clinic, updated 15-06-2026.