About this coloring page
This long-haired cat sits with its fur puffed out. The bottom of its coat has a bumpy, scalloped edge, two curved lines across its chest show the thick fur, and a big tail sweeps up on the right side. Its face has round eyes, whiskers, and pointed ears.
The scallops along the bottom edge are the trickiest part, so this page suits kids who can slow down for curves. The inner ear lines reach down into the face, which makes a few small slivers between the ears and eyes. Kids can fill those in or leave them blank.
Color ideas
- Color each fur layer between the curved chest lines a slightly different shade to make the coat look deep and soft.
- Make the tail darker at the tip and lighter near the body, blending one color into the next.
- Use smoky gray or silver for the whole cat and add touches of white to the scalloped edge.
Did you know?
- Persians and Maine Coons are two well-known long-haired cat breeds. The Maine Coon is named after the U.S. state of Maine.
- Long-haired cats need regular brushing so their fur does not tangle into mats.
- Cats use their tails to help them balance when they climb, jump, or walk along narrow edges.
Try this
Glue a few cotton balls or bits of yarn onto the tail after coloring, so your child can feel how fluffy the cat is supposed to be.
