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Breed information
Length range : 30.0-38.0 cm
Height range : 20.0-25.0cm
Weight range : 4.0-7.0kg
Coat : Short to short-medium , short & silky , dense , resilient , smooth , glossy coat with spotted or marbled misted pattern.
Life expectancy years : 15-17 (depends on health situation)
Colors: brown, blue, chocolate, lilac, caramel, gold, peach, spotted, marbled.
Eye Colors: Green
Activitity Level : Medium
Origin: Australia
Similar Breeds : Burmese, Abyssinian, Burmilla, Egyptian Mau, Cornish Rex
History
The breed was developed in Australia by Dr Truda Straede beginning in the mid-1970s using Burmese , Abyssinian , and domestic shorthair foundation cats. It was first created as a short-coated spotted cat called Spotted Mist and the name changed to Australian Mist in 1998 when the marbled pattern was accepted. The breed later spread from Australia to the UK , US , Germany , and Norway.
Temperament
Affectionate
Personality
friendly, sociable, affectionate, playful, intelligent, adaptable, quiet, even-tempered, lively, inquisitive, relaxed, loyal, people-oriented, tolerant
Needs
Needs regular companionship , interactive family life , balanced feeding to prevent overweight , and benefits from low-maintenance grooming and routine veterinary care.
Social Needs
Very people-oriented and companionable. Fits well with families , couples , singles , and elderly owners. Usually tolerant of handling , children , other cats , and dogs , and is happy as an indoor cat when given companionship.
Grooming
The coat is low maintenance and usually needs little grooming. A quick weekly brush may help keep the coat glossy and healthy. Routine nail , ear , and dental care are also useful.
Nutrition
A high-quality diet matched to age , weight , and activity is recommended. A mix of wet and dry food may provide balanced nutrition and water should always be available. Food intake should be watched because the breed may enjoy eating and become overweight.
Breed Standard
The breed standard describes a medium to large substantial muscular cat with a balanced wedge-shaped head , large lustrous green eyes , broad-based ears , slender legs , neat oval paws , and a long tapering tail. The coat should show a distinct misted spotted or marbled pattern in seven recognised colours.
Did you know?
The breed was originally called Spotted Mist and its full adult coloration may take about two years to develop.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Dental disease , Obesity , Pyruvate kinase deficiency , Progressive retinal atrophy , Diabetes mellitus
Symtoms
Dental disease
Halitosis 2. Red , swollen , bleeding gums 3. Tartar , drooling , dropping food , chewing on one side , reluctance to have mouth touched
Obesity
Loss of visible waistline 2. Ribs hard to feel 3. Reduced play , grooming difficulty , lethargy , barrel-like shape
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
Often no signs 2. Lethargy , weakness , poor appetite 3. Pale gums , enlarged spleen may appear in more severe cases
Progressive retinal atrophy
Night blindness 2. Hesitation in low light , bumping into objects 3. Dilated pupils , more reflective eyes , progressive vision loss
Diabetes mellitus
Increased thirst 2. Increased urination 3. Increased appetite with weight loss , lethargy , dull coat , plantigrade stance
Onset of symptoms
Dental disease
Mild gingivitis may begin around 1 year
Many cats may show dental disease by age 3 to 4 without prevention
Probability Of Onset:
Very high
it may affect most cats without preventive care
Obesity
Weight gain may begin after neutering around 1 year
Often becomes significant at 4 to 8 years
Probability Of Onset:
High
A good appetite and indoor lifestyle may increase risk
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
Detectable by DNA test from birth
Clinical anemia may appear in young adulthood or at any age
Probability Of Onset:
Very low
Responsible breeders may greatly reduce risk through DNA testing
Progressive retinal atrophy
Often begins at 2 to 4 years and progresses over years
Probability Of Onset:
Very low
DNA testing may help breeders reduce the gene in breeding lines
Diabetes mellitus
Usually appears in middle-aged to senior cats over 7 years especially when overweight
Probability Of Onset:
Low to moderate
Risk may be higher because of Burmese ancestry and rises with obesity
Reasons
Progressive retinal atrophy
This is genetic and not caused by dietary deficiency
Obesity
Excess calories
Caloric control and activity may be lacking
Diabetes mellitus
Insulin may be lacking or poorly used 2. A high-carbohydrate diet may contribute
Dental disease
Mechanical abrasion may be lacking with soft-food-only feeding
Some diets may lack tartar-reducing ingredients and antioxidant support
Pyruvate kinase deficiency:
This is a genetic enzyme defect rather than a dietary lack
Dental disease:
- Daily tooth brushing may help prevent plaque buildup
- Professional dental cleaning under anesthesia may be needed
- Extractions may be needed in severe cases
Obesity deficiency :
- Portion-controlled calorie management may help
- High-protein feeding and scheduled interactive play may improve body condition
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- Prevention through DNA testing of breeding cats may reduce risk
- Most affected cats may need only monitoring
- Severe anemia crises may require transfusion
Progressive retinal atrophy:
- There is no cure
- Management may focus on safe indoor living and helping the cat adapt to blindness
Diabetes mellitus:
- Insulin therapy may be needed
- Low-carbohydrate high-protein diet and glucose monitoring may help and remission might occur in some cases. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Dental disease :
- Seaweed extract Ascophyllum nodosum can,might be helpful for plaque and tartar support.
- Water additives can,might be helpful for plaque reduction.
- Dental treats can,might be helpful for plaque or tartar control
Obesity
- L-carnitine can,might be helpful for fat metabolism and lean muscle support.
- Omega-3 fatty acids EPA,DHA can,might be helpful for joints stressed by excess weight
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- Iron can,might be helpful for red blood cell support under veterinary supervision.
- B-vitamins can,might be helpful for red blood cell production under veterinary supervision
Progressive retinal atrophy
- Antioxidant blends with lutein , zeaxanthin , vitamin C , and vitamin E can,might be helpful for overall retinal support
Diabetes mellitus
- Chromium can,might be helpful for insulin sensitivity under veterinary supervision.
- Vanadium can,might be helpful for insulin-like metabolic support under veterinary supervision
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