I love Abyssinian Cats
The active, refined and curious Abyssinian.
Abyssinian Breed Description
The Abyssinian has a distinctly ticked, tawny coat. The tail and paws may show tabby markings, but the body must not. It has large almond-shaped green or gold eyes with a fine dark line around them, and large ears. The coat is generally a warm golden colour, but "Abys" can also be blue, fawn, cinnamon and red. There is also a Silver Abyssinian variant whose coat shows shades of white, cream and grey.Abyssinians are very active, friendly, curious and playful, but are usually not "lap cats", being too preoccupied with exploring and playing. They are "busy" cats, and can get bored and depressed without daily activity and attention. Many Abyssinians enjoy heights, and will explore their surroundings in three dimensions, from the floor to their owner's shoulders to the top of the highest furniture. They are highly intelligent, and probably the most independent of any domestic breed. There is a long haired version of the Abyssinian, called the Somali.
Abyssinian YouTube Plexo
Abyssinian coat color
Loading poll. Please Wait...
Abyssinian Blog Posts from Google
- Kitty Calling: Cat Championship & Show this Weekend
- ... judges will explain the different Cat Fanciers' Association breeds, like the Norwegian Forest cat (a heavy coat) and the Abyssinian (gorgeous colors). ...
- Pet Owners Eligible For $24 Million in Landmark Melamine Settlement
- "She can never be replaced because of her unique personality," Vicki said of her Abyssinian. That healthy cat suddenly became sick in early 2007 ? months ...
- Interesting Facts about Ethiopia - Top 10 of Everything 2009
- Did you know that the Abyssinian Cat ranks as #6 in the top 10 Pedigree Cat Breeds in the USA? According to catinfo.com, Abyssinian cat was brought to ...
- The search for Miss or Mr. Right
- Their activity level is usually moderate with some high-energy exceptions like the Abyssinian. - The Orientals -- Siamese, Burmese, Cornish rexes originated ...
Abyssinian Breed Origins
The Abyssinian is a natural breed of domesticated cat believed to originate from one Egyptian female kitten called Zula that was taken from a port in Alexandria, Egypt, by a British soldier and brought to England. The breed was developed when Zula was bred with an English tabby, and the most 'Abyssinian' looking kitten of her litter bred with its mother to splice the Abby gene. It is believed all Abyssinians in Europe, the Americas, and Australia are descended from Zula, but there has been at least one and possibly as many as three Abyssinians introduced from Libya (or less likely Egypt) into the existing Abyssinian gene pool in the USA. The Abyssinian has become one of the most popular shorthair breed of cats in the USA. There are said to still be wild Abyssinians in some parts of North Africa.
Abyssinian Photos
Moshe Deck
Iggy Chair
Moshe
Abyssinian
cat's eyes #1
Truman in the bookca...
John with Truman and...
Purring Ensues
Holding my boy, Trum...
Truman and watch
robin
robin
robin
CRW_9684.jpg
checkmate sucka
My cat is better tha...
So happy
yup
gizmo <3s electri...
we were watching Tra...
gizmo with is cranky...
Truman, portrait of...
Truman resting on th...
Truman in a sleep ba...
Red Cat
still missing
still missing
missing
Truman Lounging
Blue's pink nose
Blue close up
Blue close up
Abyssinian Temperament
Abyssinians are very active, friendly, curious and playful, but are usually not "lap cats", being too preoccupied with exploring and playing. They are "busy" cats, and can get bored and depressed without daily activity and attention. Many Abyssinians enjoy heights, and will explore their surroundings in three dimensions, from the floor to their owner's shoulders to the top of the highest furniture. They are highly intelligent, and probably the most independent of any domestic breed. There is a long haired version of the Abyssinian, called the Somali.
Abyssinian CFA Breed Standard
POINT SCORE
HEAD (25)
6 .. Muzzle
6 .. Skull
7 .. Ears
6 .. Eye Shape
BODY (30)
15 .. Torso
10 .. Legs and Feet
5 .. Tail
COAT (10)
10 .. Texture
COLOR (35)
15 .. Color
15 .. Ticking
5 .. Eye Color
GENERAL: the overall impression of the ideal Abyssinian would be a colorful cat with a distinctly ticked coat, medium in size and regal in appearance. The Abyssinian is lithe, hard and muscular, showing eager activity and a lively interest in all surroundings. Well balanced temperamentally and physically with all elements of the cat in proportion.
HEAD: a modified, slightly rounded wedge without flat planes; the brow, cheek, and profile lines all showing a gentle contour. A slight rise from the bridge of the nose to the forehead, which should be of good size, with width between the ears and flowing into the arched neck without a break.
MUZZLE: not sharply pointed or square. The chin should be neither receding nor protruding. Allowance should be made for jowls in adult males.
EARS: alert, large, and moderately pointed; broad, and cupped at base and set as though listening. Hair on ears very short and close lying, preferably tipped with black or dark brown on a ruddy Abyssinian, chocolate-brown on a red Abyssinian, slate blue on the blue Abyssinian, or light cocoa brown on a fawn Abyssinian.
EYES: almond shaped, large, brilliant, and expressive. Neither round nor oriental. Eyes accentuated by fine dark line, encircled by light colored area.
BODY: medium long, lithe and graceful, but showing well developed muscular strength without coarseness. Abyssinian conformation strikes a medium between the extremes of the cobby and the svelte lengthy type. Proportion and general balance more to be desired than mere size.
LEGS and FEET: proportionately slim, fine boned. The Abyssinian stands well off the ground giving the impression of being on tip toe. Paws small, oval, and compact. Toes: five in front and four behind.
TAIL: thick at base, fairly long and tapering.
COAT: soft, silky, fine in texture, but dense and resilient to the touch with a lustrous sheen. Medium in length but long enough to accommodate two or three dark bands of ticking.
PENALIZE: off-color pads. Long narrow head, short round head. Barring on legs, dark broken necklace markings, rings on tail. Coldness or grey tones in the coat. White undercoat on blue or fawn Abyssinians.
DISQUALIFY: white locket, or white anywhere other than nostril, chin, and upper throat area
HEAD (25)
6 .. Muzzle
6 .. Skull
7 .. Ears
6 .. Eye Shape
BODY (30)
15 .. Torso
10 .. Legs and Feet
5 .. Tail
COAT (10)
10 .. Texture
COLOR (35)
15 .. Color
15 .. Ticking
5 .. Eye Color
GENERAL: the overall impression of the ideal Abyssinian would be a colorful cat with a distinctly ticked coat, medium in size and regal in appearance. The Abyssinian is lithe, hard and muscular, showing eager activity and a lively interest in all surroundings. Well balanced temperamentally and physically with all elements of the cat in proportion.
HEAD: a modified, slightly rounded wedge without flat planes; the brow, cheek, and profile lines all showing a gentle contour. A slight rise from the bridge of the nose to the forehead, which should be of good size, with width between the ears and flowing into the arched neck without a break.
MUZZLE: not sharply pointed or square. The chin should be neither receding nor protruding. Allowance should be made for jowls in adult males.
EARS: alert, large, and moderately pointed; broad, and cupped at base and set as though listening. Hair on ears very short and close lying, preferably tipped with black or dark brown on a ruddy Abyssinian, chocolate-brown on a red Abyssinian, slate blue on the blue Abyssinian, or light cocoa brown on a fawn Abyssinian.
EYES: almond shaped, large, brilliant, and expressive. Neither round nor oriental. Eyes accentuated by fine dark line, encircled by light colored area.
BODY: medium long, lithe and graceful, but showing well developed muscular strength without coarseness. Abyssinian conformation strikes a medium between the extremes of the cobby and the svelte lengthy type. Proportion and general balance more to be desired than mere size.
LEGS and FEET: proportionately slim, fine boned. The Abyssinian stands well off the ground giving the impression of being on tip toe. Paws small, oval, and compact. Toes: five in front and four behind.
TAIL: thick at base, fairly long and tapering.
COAT: soft, silky, fine in texture, but dense and resilient to the touch with a lustrous sheen. Medium in length but long enough to accommodate two or three dark bands of ticking.
PENALIZE: off-color pads. Long narrow head, short round head. Barring on legs, dark broken necklace markings, rings on tail. Coldness or grey tones in the coat. White undercoat on blue or fawn Abyssinians.
DISQUALIFY: white locket, or white anywhere other than nostril, chin, and upper throat area
Abyssinian YouTube Plexo
Abyssinian Stuff on CafePress
Abyssinian Blog Posts from Google
- Hot info on Clearly Charming Abyssinian Cat Silver and Enamel Pin ...
- ATTENTION: I have discovered a great website to buy Clearly Charming Abyssinian Cat Silver and Enamel Pin by Zarah. There are many places on the web where you can search for information on Clearly Charming Abyssinian Cat Silver and ...
- Lysosomal storage disease in Abyssinian cats
- Lysosomal storage disease in Abyssinian cats is apparently well documented. I do not know the frequency of occurrence. Studies indicate that it is inherited through an autosomal recessive gene. The disease is difficult to describe as ...
- Kitty Calling: Cat Championship & Show this Weekend
- There's also the Parade of Breeds, where judges will explain the different Cat Fanciers' Association breeds, like the Norwegian Forest cat (a heavy coat) and the Abyssinian (gorgeous colors). Hundreds of cats in need of a home from ...
- Abyssinian cats can inherit renal amyloidosis
- Renal amyloidosis a disease that is apparently well established as being associated with Abyssinian cats. In medicine, amyloidosis refers to a variety of conditions in which amyloid proteins are abnormally deposited in organs and/or ...
New Del.icio.us bookmarks
- YouTube - Ninja cat comes closer while not moving!
- moderncat :: cat products, cat toys, cat furniture, and more...all with modern style " Unbelievable Cat-friendly House Design from Japan
- Crappy Cat
- YouTube - Pussy versus Printer
- Modern Cat
- 神速('・ω・)VIP:おいおまいらぬこの画像貼っていけ!!!
- Lolcats n' Funny Pictures of Cats - I Can Has Cheezburger?
- In the Arms of Strangers " Blog Archive " Tracking your Cat with GPS - Alex Lee's Blog
Great Stuff on eBay
Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
Abyssinian Videos
Abyssinian Amazon Plexo
Abyssinian Embroidery on a Ultimate Cotton Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt
Garment Name: Abyssinian Embroidery on a Hooded-Pu more...0 points
Garment Name: Abyssinian Embroidery on a Hooded-Pullover-12 in White
Garment Description:
Super heavyweight hooded 90 percent cotton 10 percent polyester fleece sweathshirt. Sweatshirt features a 10oz double-ply hood, matching drawcord, metal grommets, coverseamed armholes and relaxed bottom band with Spandex. Includes a front muff pocket and ribbed cuffs and bottom band..
Availability: Usually ships within one to two weeks.
0 points
Abyssinian Cat Adult T-Shirt
100% preshrunk cotton with design printed on the f more...0 points
Abyssinian Link List
- Abyssinian Cat, Breed History
- Cat Breed Information about Abyssinian .. Extensive information about the breed, Description, Origin, History, Temperament, Height, Weight, Exercise, Life, Group, Articles, Health, Books, Photos, Posters, Training, Cat names, Links and more.
- Abyssinian Breed Information, Abyssinian, Abyssinian Cats
- Learn about the Abyssinian cat breed and locate Abyssinian breeders to find the perfect cat for you.
- Abyssinian Breeders International Cat Club (CFA)
- Breeders International ABI is a CFA, Southwest Region(5) - affiliated cat club whose purpose is to promote the Abyssinian and Somali breeds
- Abyssinian Cat Association
- The website of the Abyssinian Cat Association, an association for all owners, breeders and lovers of this elegant, affectionate and intelligent variety of cat.
- Abyssinian cats, Abyssinian cat information, care of Abyssinian kittens, aby kittens pictures, list of breeders, standards and history of breed
- All about Abyssinian cats, kittens pictures, care and health articles, standards, history of Abyssinian cats, lists of the Abyssinian breeders
- Abyssinian Cat Club of America
- Abyssinian
Cat Club of America Welcome to the home page of the Abyssinian Cat Club of America (ACCA). The ACCA exists to promote informed breeding and ownership of Abyssinians, and membership is not restricted to US residents - in fact, overseas members are made particularly welcome! - Abyssinian Cat Lovers Forum
- Welcome to Abyssinian Cat Lovers. Here you can interact with others who love these cats, upload pictures and so much more
- Abyssinians.org
- Click Here To Visit The National Abyssinian Cat Rescue Website!
- Cat Fanciers' Association: Breed Profile: Abyssinian
- An in depth look into the Abyssinian breed, one of the world's oldest recognized breeds.
- Breed Article: Abyssinian
- CFA Breeds Abyssinian
New Del.icio.us bookmarks
What is your view on declawing cats and what are some alternatives you have found for reducing destructive scratching?
|
BillieO
Hi: Posted September 16, 2008 |
|
Staff_Member
Great blog on Abys. I'll link to your blog. Look at mine: www.squidoo.com/queenjulia to see if you want to link to mine. Posted August 04, 2008 |
Virginia
In Europe, where I live, you go to jail for declawing a cat. But American views on torture seem different....
Posted June 30, 2008
New Guestbook
Like this lens? Want to share your feedback, or just give a thumbs up? Be the first to submit a blurb!
License
Some of this work is licensed under a
Creative Commons License.
and
Copyright (c) 2007 Cinnamon.
Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document
under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License, Version 1.2
or any later version published by the Free Software Foundation;
with no Invariant Sections, no Front-Cover Texts, and no Back-Cover Texts.
A copy of the license is included in the section entitled "GNU
Free Documentation License".