Ashera

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For the Semitic mother goddess, see Asherah.

The Ashera is an alleged domestic/wild hybrid cat, a hybrid between the African serval, the Asian leopard cat, and a domestic housecat. However, the authenticity of the breed has been challenged, as the only known examples of "Ashera" cats have been claimed to be Savannah cats, an existing breed.[1]

Allerca claims to be breeding hypoallergenic Ashera cats.[2] [3] Questions have been raised as to their authenticity,[4] after a Pennsylvania cat breeder told the San Diego Union-Tribune that several cats sold by Allerca and labeled "Ashera" were actually raised by him as another hybrid, "Savannah F1."[4][5]

These cats, can weigh up to 30 lbs and cost $22,000

[edit] References

  1. ^ Cat designer declares war, The Scientist, February 5, 2008
  2. ^ Company's new pet project: $6,000 exotic cats
  3. ^ 'Designer pet' founder guilty in British scheme
  4. ^ a b Dutch authorities, breeders question 'designer' cats, San Diego Union-Tribune, February 5, 2008
  5. ^ How much is the kitty in the window? $22,000

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