The distinctive feature of the American Curl is their uniquely attractive curled ears. Shulamith, the first American Curl, was first noted in Southern California in 1981. Selective breeding began in 1983.
Curls are well balanced, moderately muscled, slender rather than massive in build.
They are alert, active, with gentle, even dispositions. Females weigh 5 to 8 pounds, males weigh 7 to 10 pounds. Proper proportion and balance are more important than size. Allowance is to be made for normal male characteristics. Size is medium and in proportion to body.