The Grey Abyssinian cat is a strange breed, thanks to its unique, tinted coat, often said to resemble wild cats found throughout North America. These gorgeous, powerful cats are impressive athletes of sharp minds and charming personalities.
Size
Weight of 6 to 8 pounds with wives weighing between 7 and 10 pounds, with small to medium
Coat
Medium
Color
Ruddy, red, blue, fawn
Grey Abyssinian cat us extremely intelligent and intensively inquisitive. They like to investigate and will not leave any designs or cranes uncracked.
These are sometimes referred to as “Aby-grabbys” because they accept things that attract their interest.
The intriguing Grey Abyssinian cat likes to jump and climb. Put different types of toys to hold him, including puzzle toys that challenge his intelligence.
While seemingly always on the move, he sometimes slows down to curl up beside you on the couch or in bed.
Although unique, Grey Abyssinian cat works best with another Abby companion to match his high activity levels while you’re away.
Abyssinians love attention from you and respectable children and are well-matched with other pets such as cat-friendly dogs, as well as big parrots and ferrets.
Lifetime
9 to 15 years
Colors
Grey Abyssinian cat has what is known as a “ticked” coat, which changes the light and dark band of each hair color
Shaft The warm luminosity of their coat is similar to that of wild cats like cougars. The coat of the Grey Abyssinian cat comes in four primary colors: uneven brown, red, blue and foam. Some associations allow for additional color.
Properties
Grey Abyssinian cat has a wedge-shaped, yet rounded head with wide ears and almond-shaped eyes in gold or green shades.
His body is muscular and athletic but is supported by thin and fine-woven legs.
History
An Abyssinian first appeared in the Crystal Palace Cat Show in 1871. He took third place.
There is no record of his origins, but his owner states that he imported from Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) during the war.
Although the story gives the nation its name, genetic tests suggest that the Abyss originated in British and Dutch traders from the coastal regions of Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean.
These were first imported to the United States in the 5th, but a further breeding program was not implemented until more Abyssinians were imported from Britain.
In Europe, only a dozen or more cats survived World War II casualties, but for their import into the United States, the breed has returned and has grown steadily in popularity.
Facts
Some call the Abyss “cats from the Blue Nile” who believe they are the pious cat of the Egyptian Pharaoh.
Others believe the breed was made in Britain by crossing silver and brown tabs with “tucked” coats.
Somali is a long-time Abyssinian
Taking care of the Abyssinians
The weekly decoration of the Grey Abyssinian cat is enough to maintain your abs coat, but you may need more frequent brushes and baths to quickly remove the hair.
Health
Although breeders responsible for testing and eliminating genetic health problems do their best, cats can still develop certain diseases or conditions. Grey Abyssinian cat may be at higher risk in the following cases:
- Early periodontal disease
- Hyperesthesia syndrome
- Patellar luxation
- Progressive retinal atrophy
- Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- Renal amyloidosis
