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Egyptian Mau Cat and Kitten Information
The Egyptian Mau has tiny feet, a slim body and thin legs with the look of a wild cat. The coat is short, spotted and can be found in smoke, silver or bronze, black, blue and pewter, the first three colors are currently showing colors. The spots are random and vary in shape and size. Solid black cats cannot be shown but are allowed to be bred. The legs and tail are banded and the eyes are generally green.
Brief Egyptian Mau Cat History
The ancestor of all domestic cats is the African Wildcat, the genus Felis Lybica. This genus is comprised of smaller cats. Cats are thought to have been domesticated with the advent of farming and the storage of grain. The grain attracted rats and other vermin which naturally attracted wild cats. As time evolved, certain of these cats were domesticated for the mutual benefit of both cat and man. The African Wildcat has certain features which is obvious in the housecat of today.
The Egyptian Mau were brought to the United States by an exiled Russian princess named Natalie Troubetskoy. The matriarch of this breed was Baba, a silver female. Egyptian tomb paintings from over 3,000 years ago show a very similar cat and are believed to be ancestors. The Cat Fanciers Association recognized this breed in 1977.
Health
Cats who reside in the house should generally visit the veterinarian yearly, unless health problems are evident. Cats who enjoy the outdoors may need to see the vet as many as four times a year. When you take your cat to the vet, be sure to bring along a fresh stool sample so the vet can do a fecal exam to check for internal parasites such as tapeworm, round worm, whip worms and hook worms. The vet will also check for external parasites such as fleas, ticks and ear mites.
The vet check should include a dental examination and a cleaning. Cats who are eight years of age or older are considered geriatric and additional blood and urine tests may be necessary to screen for any health problems. At about six months of age, the kitten should also be examined for sexual maturity and decisions about birth control should be made.
Behavioral Traits
They seek out and enjoy the company of people
Are willing to be trained
Known as the fastest running cat breed, reaching speeds run up to 36 miles per hour
They prefer warmer temperatures
They are chemical and medicine sensitive
Have a longer gestational period than most house cats
Some terms used to describe the Egyptian Mau Cat include athletic, active, friendly, loyal, passionate, alert, good tempered and affectionate.
Egyptian Mau Registries and Clubs
Association Internationale du Mau Egyptian
Egyptian Mau Breeders and Fanciers Club
Cat Fanciers Association CFA
International Cat Association TICA
The Traditional Cat Association, Inc TCA
Canadian Cat Association CCA
The Australian Cat Federation Inc
The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts AACE
American Cat Fanciers Association ACFA
Cat Fanciers Association CFF
United Feline Organization UFO
Cats United International
Kitten Care
This is a rare breed and it may be difficult to find kittens. Kittens are generally available and the price depends upon bloodlines color and markings. Unlike puppies, kittens should not be separated from their mother until twelve to sixteen weeks of age. Some very important developmental stages occur during this period including emotional, mental and health. Curtailing this development may lead to any number of medical and behavioral problems.
Kittens that are separated from their mother at too young an age often fail to gain weight fast enough, have immune system problems because they have not had enough mothers milk. The may also develop eating and eliminating problems, and can have problems socializing with other cats and with people.
Every cat and kitten is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your cat or kitten. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
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