Rasstandard (FIFe 2002-01-01)
General
The European can be compared to the kind of domestic cat, which has developed naturally, i.e. without having been subjected to special rules for breeding.

AppearenceThe ideal European is presumed to be totally free of any admixture of other breeds. Breeding should be based on the fact that it is a robust and supple cat, which is not different, from the point of view of anatomy, from the European domestic cat.

SizeMedium to large.
Head
ShapeFairly large. The face gives the impression of being rounded but is a little longer than its breadth.

ForeheadForehead and skull slightly rounded.

CheeksWell developed.

NoseStraight, of medium length and uniformly broad throughout its length. The transition between the nose and the forehead is marked by a shallow indentation between the eyes.

ChinFirm
Ears
ShapeMedium in size, slightly rounded at the tips and may be tufted. The height of the ears corresponds to the width of the base.

PlacementSet well apart and fairly upright.
Eyes
ShapeRounded and open; widely separated and set slightly oblique.

ColourClear and pure colour. Green, amber, blue Odd eyed: one eye blue, the other one amber
Neck
Medium long and muscular.
Body
StructureRobust, strong and muscular, not cobby. Chest round and well developed.
Legs
Strong and sturdy, medium in length and narrowing steadily into firm, round paws.

PawsFirm and round.
Tail
Medium long, rather thick at the base, tapers gradually to a rounded tip.
Coat
StructureShort and dense; springy and glossy.

ColourFor colour varieties refer to the following tables.
Condition
Perfect physical condition, well balanced physically and temperamentally.
Remarks
Colour varieties as a result from cross breeding with other breeds are not permitted.
Faults
HeadHanging jowl-pouches.
Faults precluding the certificate
HeadDefinite stop of the nose.

Body- Too cobby
- Too slender

Coat- Long or woolly coat
- Any appearance of cross breeding (hybrid)