History
Colorpoint Shorthair resemble Siamese. They come in the untraditional colors of red, cream, tortoiseshell, and lynx (tabby) points. Traditionallt Siamese comes in four colors only: seal, blue, chocolate, and lilac points. In 1940s American and British Breeders started an effort to produce a Siamese-type cat in colors other than the traditional four. They carried a cross between Siamese, Abyssinian, and the red domestic shorthair. In1974 the breed was accepted for CFA championship.

Appearance
Colorpoint short hair is very much like Siamese cat in Appearance. It is essentially a Siamese cat in colors other than the traditional four.

Personality
They are active, outgoing, intelligent and affectionate. They are talkative and enjoy petting and pampering. They are very sensitive towards owner's moods and needs.