THE Abyssinian

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The Abyssinian is a slender, fine-boned, medium-sized cat. The head is moderately wedge shaped, with a slight break at the muzzle, and nose and chin ideally forming a straight vertical line when viewed in profile. They have alert, relatively large pointed ears. The notably expressive eyes are almond shaped and are gold, green, hazel or copper depending on coat color. The legs should be long in proportion to a graceful body, with small oval paws; the tail is likewise long and tapering.
The Abyssinian are very energetic, and that takes some people by surprise,” says Linda Kay Hardie, who has lived with 19 Abys over 30-plus years. “I have one Aby I got from a breeder after she got him back from the woman who had taken him. She wasn’t prepared for the energy level.” 


With a ticked coat, large ears, wedge-shaped head and lithe but muscular body, the Aby resembles his far distant ancestor, the African wildcat (Felis lybica). Affectionate, fun loving and sociable, Abys can do well in many different types of homes with different types of people — with some caveats. Their quick movements and tendency to wend between legs can make them a hazard around people who aren’t steady on their feet, including seniors and toddlers. And they like to have company. If you’re not around during the day, an Aby will appreciate the company of another cat or a friendly dog.
“A good home is one with lots of love and attention to share with their Aby … and a love for a very athletic, high-jumping, counter-sitting, food-stealing, thrill-seeking, mischief-making, zany, lovable cat,” says Aby expert Jean Papo of Abytopia Abyssinians in Oregon.

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