The American Wirehair is a breed of domestic cat originating in upstate New York, which is characterized by its wiry fur and crinkly whiskers caused by a genetic mutation.

[2] It first occurred as a random mutation among a litter of five born to a pair of barn cats in 1966 in Vernon, in upstate New York.

The wirehaired male was named Council Rock Farms Adams of Hi-Fi ('Adam' for short),[6] and the female Tip-Top.

Wirehairs are of a moderate, sturdy build, with round heads, high cheekbones, and a pronounced muzzle.

[2] American Wirehairs display the full spectrum of possible cat coat colors, although Himalayan, Chocolate and Lilac are not accepted for competition.