Egyptian Mau
The spotted coat of this breed is a result of ancestry and not selective breeding. This sturdy, well-muscled cat is of medium size. They have dark, expressive eyes and long, thin tails. The Egyptian Mau is graceful with a noble stance.
Country of Origin
Egypt
Colour
This breed features dark markings with silver, bronze and smoke coloured bases.
Cost
Size
Medium
Health
Teeth, liver and kidney function should be checked along with their general health during their adult life. There are no breed specific health issues related to the Egyptian Mau.
Life Span
12 -15 years
Intelligence
This active breed needs to be stimulated and enjoys walking on a leash.
Suitability (Children)
Medium
Feeding
The Egyptian Mau can follow a regular cat diet and tend to self-regulate their eating.
Feeding Cost
Hair Shed
Little
Ailments
Teeth, liver and kidney function should be checked along with their general health during their adult life. There are no breed specific health issues related to the Egyptian Mau.
Grooming Requirements
Using a soft brush will be welcomed by your Egyptian Mau although they tend to groom themselves.
Worshipped by the noble class of Egypt, this breed was depicted in historical art from around 1550 BC. They are believed to be a distant relative of the African Wild Cat. Hieroglyphs portray them as domestic cats around 2200 BC.
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