History of the Bramble

There are many types of coats that I have seen from the Peterbald. One such coat is called a "brush coat". Now, even the brush coat looks and feels different from cat to cat. Some brush coats are soft and sparse and some are wiry and thick. After 2 years of studying the wire coat on the brush coated Peterbalds, I learned that the trait bred true. Any time you cross a certain type of wire brush coat Peterbald with another, you will get all wire coat Peterbalds. Now, all during this time and over the years, I have become enamored with the beauty of wild cats. The hybrid breeds, sich as the Bengal and Savannah, are stunning! My love of all those breeds came together in a standard that I wrote of the perfect cat for men. That is how it all started. After careful deliberation and choosing just the right cats for the program, the Bramble came into existence. Since that time, it has taken off and seems to be growing by leaps and bounds in interest. Below is a description of this wonderfully unique cat - a cat that will fetch, sit beside you more than on you, hunt toys in the house like they are wild game, yet love the gentle hug of a child. A trustworthy companion! Just watch the water, because these cats will jump in the shower or sit in the water bowl and make a mess. That trait has carried forward from the Bengal side of the family tree and is a delight to watch, but it can be a mess, if you aren't careful. This is one reason that many have labeled the breed as "The Man's Cat", although women seem to love the cat, as well. Over the years, there have been several different coat types seen on domestic cats. This has paled in comparison to the dog world, however, with three times as many variations in texture of the coat. That is changing, however. The Bramble has a wire coat that is similar to a Wire Haired Fox-Terrier dog. Using influence from the Peterbalds, Bengals, and a few other breeds, the Bramble has a predictable wire coat that is unmatched in the cat world. By using select breeds for their temperment, personality, and size, the Bramble is a wonderfully unique cat that is certain to grow in popularity. Named after the short underbrush found in natural settings, the Bramble is an exceptionally striking cat. The coat is a wire coat that does not shed and is accepted in any pattern and color, although, it is certain that the most popular will be the rosette-patterned skin under the thin wire coat. In the sunlight, the pattern will show through. No special grooming is needed for this striking coat. The Bramble is unique in other ways than the coat texture, though. This breed is a large size and has a very strong personality, while maintaining a people focus. Gaining the eyes and natural instincts of the Bengal cat, the Bramble is a fearless cat that acts in most ways much more like a dog. They can be leash trained with minimal effort, love water, and have a true confidence to their nature. The play of a Bramble is much like that of a cat found in the wild. They will stalk pretend prey in the home and toys are treated in a serious manner. It is not unusual for a Bramble to grab a toy and take it to their food bold to protect it or walk right up to a large dog and growl. They are quick, confident, and lightning fast. This is different than most domestic cat breeds. Although this cat is a strong muscular cat that carries the instinctual habis of it's distant cousins from the wild, the personality of the Brambe is very prominent, as well. This brings in the focus on the relationship with people. The Bramble is non-aggressive and wants to be part of the family. The personality is just as important as the look on the cat. Although friendly with strangers, this cat has a strong desire to pick one person as a favorite in the household. The bond is strong between cat and man with this breed. Larger than most average house cats and much more muscular, the Bramble has no known health problems and appears to be hardier than most breeds of cats. If you are looking for a cat with the personality of a dog, instincts of a couger, an unusually striking coat, and the friendliness of a lap dog, this cat fits that description. The Bramble is now accepted in the "Experimental Class" in TICA. The thought was to get enough reputable breeders involved before jumping too far into TICA. At this time, the cat is registered with Rare and Exotic Feline Registry, as well, and impeccable records are kept, so that when it is time to move toward championship status, the breed will not miss a beat and be ready. Just don't be mistaken, the Bramble is very different than the Peterbald or the Bengal. Different look and different personality. Please contact me with any questions. I love to talk about the Bramble. Take a look at the gallery of pictures for more information. Plus, take a look at the collection of videos and photo montages.