Abyssinian

🐱 Abyssinian: The hyperactive and stylish feline !

💡 Summary of the breed  

The Abyssinian is the ultimate athlete cat! Always on the move, super curious, and mega intelligent, it loves to climb, explore, and play. It’s also a very sociable cat that forms a real bond with its humans. Its wild look with a ticked coat and large expressive eyes makes it a true star. But be careful, if you’re looking for a calm and discreet cat, this is not the one for you!  

📊 Practical information  

- Size: Male 30-35 cm | Female 25-30 cm  

- Weight: Male 4-5 kg | Female 3-4 kg  

- Hypoallergenic breed? ❌ No  

- Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years  

📖 His story  

Originating from Ethiopia (formerly Abyssinia), the Abyssinian is one of the oldest domestic cat breeds. It is believed to have been brought to Europe in the 19th century by British explorers. Its appearance resembles the felines depicted in ancient Egyptian art, and it is thought to be descended from the African wildcat. Today, it is a very popular breed, valued for its intelligence and boundless energy.  

🎭 His character  

The Abyssinian is a true little genius. Very intelligent and curious, he loves to explore his environment and interact with his human. He is also an ultra-playful cat, who enjoys climbing and running everywhere.  

When it comes to cuddles, he is affectionate without being intrusive. He enjoys company but maintains a certain independence. If you're looking for a calm cat, keep looking! The Abyssinian is a true ball of energy, always on the move.  

- Intelligence 🧠 : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  

- Hugs 🤗 : ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

- Calm 😴 : ⭐☆☆☆☆

- Player 🎾 : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  

- Meower 🗣 : ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

- Fearful 😨 : ⭐⭐☆☆☆

- Hair loss 🧹 : ⭐⭐☆☆☆

- Fugitive 🚪 : ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

- Robustness 💪 : ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

- Independence 🚀 : ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

🤝 Compatibility  

The Abyssinian is an ideal companion for families and active individuals. It gets along well with children and can coexist with other animals if accustomed to them at a young age. However, it can be reserved with strangers.  

- Enfants 👶 : ✅ Très bon compagnon de jeu  

- Autres animaux 🐶🐱 : ✅ Compatible avec une bonne socialisation  

- Inconnus 👥 : ⚠️ Peut être méfiant au début  

- Appartement 🏢 : ✅ Possible, mais il lui faut beaucoup de stimulations  

🧼 Hygiène & Soins  

L’Abyssin est facile d’entretien. Son poil court ne demande qu’un brossage hebdomadaire pour enlever les poils morts et garder son pelage brillant. Son coût d’entretien reste raisonnable, surtout si on lui offre une alimentation de qualité.  

- Difficulté : Facile ✨  

- Coût : Faible 💸  

- Fréquence : 1 brossage/semaine  

💰 Budget  

Adopter un Abyssin représente un certain investissement, mais son entretien reste abordable.  

- Prix d’achat : Entre 800 et 1500€ en élevage  

- Coût d’entretien annuel : Entre 300 et 600€ (nourriture, soins, accessoires)  

📢 Pour qui est fait l’Abyssin ?  

✅ Idéal si tu cherches un chat joueur, intelligent et sociable  

❌ À éviter si tu veux un chat calme et indépendant