Abyssinian Cats and Kittens

When it comes to appearance, the Abyssinian cat has a look which is very similar to the paintings of cats which were depicted in Ancient Egypt. Not only are similar looking cats featured in Egyptian paintings, but they are also featured in Egyptian sculptures. These cats are known for their elegant bodies, which are quite muscular, and their impressive arched necks. The cats also have large ears and eyes which are almond shaped. Overall, these cats have a jungle like look, and it is believe by some experts that they are descendants of African wildcats.

One thing that most people agree on is that these cats originate in Egypt, however, there are others that believe that the cats come from either India or Southeast Asia. The name of these cats is derived from Abyssinia, which is the old word used for Ethiopia. It is believed that this breed was first introduced to Britain by English soldiers who had returned from the war there. The cat was featured in an 1872 issue of Harper's Weekly, and the third prize was provided to an Abyssinian Cat. British author Gordon Stables also wrote a book in 1874 that talks about Abyssinian cats.

To learn more about the true origins of these cats, a number of genetic studies have recently been conducted. These studies have concluded that more than likely, the breed originated somewhere in Southeast Asia or a country near the Indian Ocean. It is known that a cat very similar in appearance to the Abyssinian was introduced to Holland between 1834 and 1836. The cat was sold by a supplier who specialized in exotic wild cats. The seller made references to India, and it is very likely that the cat originated here rather than in Egypt. One thing that is certain is that this breed was refined in Great Britain.

The Abyssinian cat wasn't introduced to the United States until the 1930s, and it was during this time that the American breeding program started. High quality imported cats from Britain were used for these programs, and these cats eventually begin to gain more exposure among American citizens. The coat of these cats is ticked and tawny. Both the tail and paw will often have tabby like marks, and the body will not. The large almond shape eyes will often have a gold or green color. A dark line will be present around the eyes, and in most cases, the coat will have a gold like color. However, I should emphasize that Abyssinian Cats can also have red, blue, or cinnamon colors.

It should also be noted that the Abyssinian cat can also come in silver. When it comes to personality, the Abyssianian can be likened to a dog. It is friendly, playful, and very curious, but it cannot be described as a lap cat. The reason for this is because the cat will often be too busy playing or exploring to lay around in their owner's lap.

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