Origin
The Javanese cat is not from Java nor Indonesia. Genetically they are long-haired Oriental.". The term "Javanese cat" was coined by a Helen Smith of MerryMews Cattery circa 1950. It is unknown if she had ever traveled to Indonesia.
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