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Breed information
Length range : 30-41 cm
Height range : 20-25cm
Weight range : 3.6-5.4kg
Coat : Short to medium-length, soft, silky, fine, yet dense and resilient coat with a distinct ticking pattern and a glowing color. Each hair has dark bands.
Life expectancy years : 9-16 (depends on health situation)
Colors: Ruddy, red, cinnamon, blue, fawn, golden, glowing, ticked shades.
Activitity Level : High
Country: Ethiopia
Similar Breeds : Bengal,Oriental Shorthair
History
Although the name suggests Abyssinia or Ethiopia, genetic research cited by CFA indicates origins in coastal areas of the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia with later development in Britain. Cats shown in England included Zula at the Crystal Palace show in 1871. The breed reached the United States in the early 1900s and was among the original CFA registered breeds in 1906. The breed survived major declines in Europe during the world wars through renewed breeding programs.
Temperament
playful
Personality
Busy, active, agenda-driven, affectionate, sociable, super-inquisitive, intelligent, playful, friendly, loving, loyal, energetic, social, relatively vocal, curious, people-oriented.
Needs
High activity level, climbing, perches, cat trees, toys, hunting games, and companionship. Indoor and outdoor suitability with supervision and regular interaction.
Social Needs
needs company and does not like being left alone for long periods of time. When well socialized, he is usually affectionate with owners, good with children and other pets, and adaptable to changing environments.
Grooming
Needs little grooming. Comb or brush a few times per month to control shedding. A chamois rub may improve sheen. Baths are generally unnecessary unless for showing. Regular tooth care is important.
Nutrition
Needs little grooming. Comb or brush a few times per month to control shedding. A chamois rub may improve sheen. Baths are generally unnecessary unless for showing. Regular tooth care is important.
Breed Standard
The ideal Abyssinian is a colorful, medium-sized cat with a distinctly ticked coat, a lithe, muscular body, a modified wedge-shaped head, large, alert ears, almond-shaped, expressive eyes, slim, fine-boned legs, and a lively, balanced temperament. It stands well off the ground and appears poised on its tiptoes.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Dental disease / Pyruvate kinase deficiency / Progressive retinal atrophy / Patellar luxation
Symtoms
Dental Disease
can cause bad breath, red, swollen, or bleeding gums, and other issues. Tartar buildup, drooling, dropping food, chewing on one side, and hesitation to eat hard food.
Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PKD)
lethargy, weakness, and pale gums.
Poor appetite and poor coat quality.
Signs may come and go. Jaundice may occur during a crisis.
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
can lead to night blindness, dilated pupils, and shiny, reflective eyes. There will have a gradual loss of daytime vision.
Patellar luxation
intermittent lameness and a skipping gait
The subject experience difficulty jumping, stiffness, and a crouched posture in the hind limbs. It is possible that the leg will kick out and then return to its usual position.
Onset of symptoms
Dental Diseases
The initiation process can commence within a timeframe ranging from one to two years. This condition is prevalent in cats older than four years if plaque control is not managed effectively.
Probability Of Onset:
Very High
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
The onset of symptoms may occur within six months. However, symptoms may not manifest until over five years old, and there is a possibility of exacerbation during periods of stress or illness.
Probability Of Onset:
Low in responsibly bred cats only
Progressive retinal atrophy
typically begins around one and a half to two years of age. The progression to total blindness may take two to four more years.
Probability Of Onset:
Low in responsibly bred cats only
Patellar luxation
may be found in young cats during routine examinations.
Signs may become more obvious with age, activity or arthritis
Probability Of Onset:
Moderate
Reasons
Dental Diseases
plaque and bacteria are the main drivers
Progressive retinal atrophy:
due to genetic disorders
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
due to genetic disorders
Patellar luxation
congenital (inherited) anatomical defects or physical trauma
Dental disease:
- daily brushing with feline toothpaste may be helpful.
- Professional scaling / polishing / anesthesia-based dental care / and tooth extraction may be needed in advanced disease
- Antibiotics alone are not recommended as sole treatment
Pyruvate kinase deficiency :
- unfortunately, there is no cure for this disease
- Supportive care and low-stress management may be used
- Blood transfusion may be used during severe crises
- Splenectomy may be considered in persistent cases
Progressive retinal atrophy
- unfortunately, there is no cure for this disease
- Home adaptation / consistent layout / and indoor living may be used to support blind cats. As the process is slowly preceeding, many cats can adapt welling.
Patellar luxation:
- Mild Grade 1 cases may not need surgery and weight control may help
- Surgery may be recommended earlier in higher grades
- Techniques may include trochleoplasty / tibial tuberosity transposition / soft tissue adjustment / or implant placement
- Anti-inflammatories / Solensia / joint supplements / mobility diets / and rehabilitation may be helpful for arthritis or recovery.
Dental diesease :
- Dental probiotics can/might be helpful for supporting a healthier oral microbiome.
- Seaweed extract Ascophyllum nodosum can/might be helpful for reducing plaque and tartar.
- Water additives with enzymes or chlorhexidine can/might be helpful for plaque control
Pyruvate kinase deficiency
- B-vitamin complex can/might be helpful for supporting red blood cell production during anemia episodes.
- Iron can/might be helpful for confirmed deficiency support only if testing indicates need
Progressive retinal atrophy
- Omega-3 fatty acids DHA/EPA can/might be helpful for general retinal support.
- Antioxidant blends with lutein / zeaxanthin / and vitamin E can/might be helpful for overall eye health support
Patellar luxation
- Glucosamine / chondroitin / and MSM might be helpful for cartilage and joint support
- Omega-3 fatty acids EPA/DHA can/might be helpful for inflammation support
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