Cat breeds: Abyssinian cat

Elimination of the breed "Abyssinian cat" began yetin the XIX century, when military expedition brought this cat to the UK. In the XX century, in the 80's, this breed of cats was officially registered.

Abyssinian cats have smooth short hair of unusual color. Each hair of Abyssinian cat hair has 2-3stripes of different colors (this is called ticking), so the wool is as if poured, without forming a picture. The back of the cats of this breed is darker, and the stomach, chest and inner surface of the paws are lighter.

This breed of cats has a special grace, and the structure of the body makes an Abyssinian cat look like a wild puma. The cats of this breed have a well developed musculature, these cats are flexible and strong.

The sizes of cats of the Abyssinian breed are average, males usually are larger than females. Cats tend to behave more actively than cats.

Abyssinian cat differs affectionate temperament, easily gets along with the owners, it is easy to train. Like a dog, the Abyssinian cat follows the master everywhere, shows sincere love. This cat quickly learns the rules of behavior in the house and will not spoil the master curtains or sharpen the claws on the furniture.

Abyssinian cat seemed to have absorbed all the best feline qualities, its elegance and grace will not leave anyone indifferent. Wherein caring for an Abyssinian cat is a pleasure.. Short, closely fitting to the body, the fur of the Abyssinian cat does not require special care, in food the cat is unpretentious.

Feed the Abyssinian cat can be quality dry food of industrial production, natural products such as fresh meat (chicken, turkey, lamb, veal), by-products (chicken liver, kidneys, heart).

For balanced nutrition, these cats need marine fish (it is better not to feed the Abyssinian cat with fish, since helminths can be contained in such fish). Useful for Abyssinian cats dairy products: cottage cheese, kefir, sour cream, yoghurt (without fillers!).

Abyssinian cats (and cats of other breeds as well) should not be given sweets, smoked products, potatoes are useless and even harmful for them. Fried food, sausages, spicy dishes, "human" canned food - all this is contraindicated for consumption by cats.

Abyssinian cat - a true friend, assistant, ready to give the owner all his affection and love. But we must not forget that the cat also needslove and care of the owners, requires an attentive and respectful attitude towards oneself. If this beautiful woman has settled in your house, be ready to share with her at least a drop of your leisure time and the Abyssinian cat will fully reward you!