The Black-and-White Cat should have the same general conformation, head, set of ears, and carriage of tail as has already been given for the Tabbies.

Eyes

The eyes vary somewhat from an orange-yellow to a green, or that rich green called "sea-green."

Coat - Color And Quality

The black of the top of the head, body, and tail should be a dense, bright, rich black, and the white markings should be distinctive. It has a white nose running somewhat to a point between the eyes, and the white extends down the throat, forming a shield on the breast. There should be no black on the lips. The feet are white, as are the pads underneath them. There should be a perfectly clear, distinctly curved outline at the point of juncture of the two colors. The coat should be thick, silky, and glossy. Sometimes it is slightly ticked with white, which, if it occurs evenly, is not a serious blemish. Black-and-White Cats are usually large, with stout legs, and the ankles of the white ones somewhat close, which gives them great power of movement. According to the care which the Black-and-White Cat receives, it tends more than any other cat to become fat and indolent, or ragged and wretched, as the case may be. The Black-and-White Cat is affectionate and cleanly, but is a selfish animal, and is not one for children to play with.

Fig. 19. - Black-and-White Cat.