The most expensive cat in the world

The wall paintings of Ancient Egypt came to life! It is this thought that comes at the sight of Asher, the graceful, majestic queen of domestic cats. Today Asher is the most expensive cat in the world. And the rarest. Not surprisingly, she received such a name (Asher is an ancient Semitic goddess).

This cat is the largest and most powerful of domestic: with an increase of one meter it weighs 14 kg. Very similar to a leopard. But the similarity is not accidental. Biotechnology company Lifestyle Pets said that it has received a hybrid based on the genes of three breeds of cats: African servants, Asian Bengali cats and homemade cats.

A DNA test was performed showing that Ashera was a representative of the Savannah breed, which was bred in the early 80's by crossing the African Serval, the Bengal domestic cat and the wild Bengal cat.

Chris Shirk, a breeder of the Savannah breed, found out in the photos of his pets. Cats purchased from K. Shirk representative of Lifestyle Pets and were issued for a new breed. And of course, without the permission of the breeder. This was the beginning of the scandal.

US company "US Fish and Wildlife" conducted an investigation: the blood of the alleged parents "Ashera" was given for DNA analysis in the state judicial laboratory, located in the Netherlands. The results confirmed Chris's statement.

Whatever it was, the most expensive cat is known now under the name of Asher. Wishing to buy a kitten (despite the fabulous price) is very much and waiting list - a few months.

This cat, so similar to a leopard, very compliant and affectionate. Excellent with the children. The content is unpretentious. Quite comfortable feels, walking with the owner on a leash. But she has one property that causes anxiety: she is capable of causing allergies. Allergy is caused by the presence of protein contained in dead cells of the epidermis.

Initially, it was planned to modify the genetically animal in order to reduce their allergies. But then the idea had to be abandoned, since the appearance of side effects appeared. Despite the high demand, the most expensive cat can live far from every family. And it's not at all in price. Recently, researchers came to the conclusion that the presence of this cat doubles the risk of eczema in young children. According to other sources, work in this area is still going on. Indeed, there is something to work on: the most expensive cats in the world should be sold. Agree, the temptation is great.

Attitude to the new breed in humans was divided. Asthmatics, of course, were wary of the news. Someone is waiting for the experiments to end in the hope of a favorable outcome, and someone is very critical.

Representatives of the British analytical center RSPCA are categorically against selection, as this may affect the future generation of animals, because such experiments should take into account not only the convenience of possible owners, but also the benefit of cats. And the latter is put to great doubt. The fact is also underlined that much fewer individuals are put up for sale than participate in experiments. The question is asked: what do the owners of the "non-faulty genome" do with the others? Why are they not shown if they are killing, do they die as a result of experiments?

Biologists, however, expounded extensively that selective work has been conducted by mankind for thousands of years.

Disputes are on, and the most expensive cats are still being sold. People wait for up to a year from the moment of ordering. And they are not afraid of allergic and poorly understood breed (and therefore unpredictable). The most expensive cat has become another means of self-expression.

Want such a kitty? No problem. Cook 22000 USD. (Or 28000 USD for a hypoallergenic option) and be prepared to wait a year. In addition, cook another 1500 cu. for delivery. For the total cost of 29500 USD. You promise:

- vaccination with marks in the veterinary passport;
- castration (strange, but true);
- microchip (identifier);
- Insurance from Pets Best (if you are a US citizen);
- equipped container for transportation;
- a set of care (including claw nozzles);
- a guarantee for a year;
- a ten-year consultation with Ronald Tripp.

Here such here it is the most expensive cat. And the most famous, thanks to the continuing scandals. A cat named Asher-Savannah. Why not? Maybe it's worth the competitors to make peace and work together for the benefit of the breed, until it was completely and irrevocably modified?