Colonel Meow revealed as cat with the longest fur

The Guinness World Records have revealed a sneak peak of their upcoming 2014 edition with the introduction of Colonel Meow, the cat with the longest fur.

The Himalayan-Persian cross-breed has fur reaching an amazing length of 22.87 centimetres (9 inches).

The two-year-old cat lives in Los Angeles, with owners Anne Marie Avey and Eric Rosario after being adopted by them as a rescue cat from the Himalayan and Persian Society.

He needs his fur brushing two to three times a week, although the couple say they never use any products on Colonel Meow’s fur, except water and brushes if he is dirty.

His owner Anne, said: “We already knew that he was the best cat in the world, but to be recognised in the Guinness World Records book takes it to the next level.”

Colonel Meow, who was given his interesting name because of his “epic frown and fur”, has already become an internet sensation this year with the launch of his own website, Facebook page and YouTube channel that has received over two million views.

His appearance in the records book will just top off his fantastic year, although his owners recognise a downside to the cause of his fame, commenting: “Literally everything in the house has hair on it, including us! I feel like I’m always vacuuming!”

Guinness World Records editor-in-chief, Craig Glenday, said: “Colonel Meow is being groomed for stardom, and I know the furry feline will be a big hit with readers. He’s an incredible creature, and he’ll undoubtedly inspire people all around to whip out their rulers and start measuring their own cat’s fur.”

Just one of many world records, Colonel Meow joins many others in the latest Guinness World Records 2014 Edition that will be available from Thursday September 12.

Image courtesy of Guinness World Records