The best word to describe the Ojos Azules is 'breathtaking'. What makes this cat so spectacular is its intense blue eyes for which it was named. "Ojos Azules" means "blue eyes" in Spanish.

The Ojos Azules is one of the rarest breeds of cat today. As of 1992 only 10 were registered. For this reason, not much is known about the general temperament of this striking breed. It is said that the Ojos Azules makes a wonderful companion for any fancier, because he is always loving and affectionate towards his owners.

The Ojos Azules is acceptable in many colors (white is typically not encouraged) and is commonly seen in the Tortoiseshell pattern. The wide number of colors common to the Ojos Azules is highly unusual since most blue eyed cats are either white, or pointed (such as the Siamese). This breed can occur in both long and shorthaired variations. The name Ojos Azules is Spanish for 'blue eyes', and describes this breed perfectly. When judging this breed, the only point for consideration is their brilliant blue eyes. The eyes of the Ojos Azules are said to be so intense that they outshine even the sparkling blue eyes of the Siamese. It has been reported that Ojos Azules are also accepted when odd-eyed, but one of the eyes MUST be blue in color. The other eye may be green, gold, or copper.

This cat is the result of a new mutation, and has been developed mainly in New Mexico, United States, beginning in 1984. Unlike many blue-eyed cats, the dominant gene, which causes the blue eyes of the Ojos Azules, is not linked to deafness. Typically most blue-eyed cats are either descendants of the Siamese or they have been bred with a breed possessing the blue-eyed gene associated with deafness. Similar mutations, however, have been found in the UK and New Zealand. One of the reasons for the rarity of this breed is that it is still experimental due to a possibility that the mutations, which cause the stunning blue eyes, might also be linked to a lethal gene. Also for this reason, the breed is not widely recognized.

The only recommended special care for the Ojos Azules is regular brushing.

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