In the world there are a large number of cat breeds. They differ from each other not only in external characteristics, but also in character, behavior and intelligence. One of the most beautiful representatives of domestic cats is the Asian tabby. The article will give a detailed description of this breed and consider the content rules.
Origin history
The birthplace of Asian tabby is Great Britain. The breed belongs to the group of Asian cats with short hair. To breed this species, several breeds were used at once. According to one version, a pair of burmese and a Persian chinchilla were used, the offspring of which were crossed with Abyssinians and again with Persian chinchillas.
Another version says that such species as sacred burma, Persian chinchilla and Abyssinian cat were used for breeding. The goal was to obtain an animal with developed muscles and aristocratic habits.
Officially, the Asian tabby was isolated in a separate breed in 1990. In Russia, such cats are not widespread, and therefore the cost of them is quite high.
Features
Asian tabbies combine power and grace. Cats of this species have rather developed muscles. The body of animals is medium-sized, and the total mass of an adult can range from 4 to 7 kilograms. Girls usually have a lower mass, since initially they are smaller than males.
Despite the muscularity of animals, their body does not have sharp lines and transitions, but, on the contrary, differs in soft outlines. The legs of Asian tabby are as powerful as the body, and are medium in size. The proportions of the limbs in relation to the body of animals are observed.
The tail of medium length has a regular straight shape, without any bends. A small brush is allowed at the end. The ears of the Asian tabby are small and slightly rounded at the ends. On the forehead there is a pronounced “sign of scarab”.
The head of cats is round and visually looks like a dull wedge. The lines on the face of the animals are also smoothed and have smooth outlines. The nose is small and straight, and the eyes are a little slanting and have an almond shape. The shade of the iris can vary from light yellow to saturated amber.
The coat of Asian Tabby is short and dense. By structure, you can compare it with a fur coat. The coat is pleasant to the touch and has a strong shine, which is especially clearly visible in the sun.
The color palette of Asian tabby is quite wide, it contains both light and dark colors. If we talk about patterns on wool, then the following types of colors are distinguished.
- Marble - There are symmetrical patterns on the sides of the case. In shape, they resemble spirals or stains on marble.
- Spotted - Dark spots of different sizes are randomly scattered throughout the body, which usually has a light shade.
- Ticked - It is characterized mainly by monophonic wool without sharp transitions. Hair has a contrasting color at the ends. The eyes, nose and mouth of cats are usually highlighted by a thin line.
- Tiger - the shade of the coat is most often light. On the case are dark vertical lines that are parallel with respect to each other.
Nature and behavior
Representatives of the Asian Tabby breed are distinguished by a mild character, a good disposition. Animals willingly make contact with people, confirming their friendliness and sociability. Despite their calm nature, Asian tabbies love active pastime and various games.
Cats easily find a common language not only with people, but also with other animals that live with them in the same territory. The breed has no habit of keeping evil and taking revenge. Also, representatives of this species are quite obedient and flexible, and therefore will not spoil the decoration, furniture and other things in the house.
Asian tabby are highly intelligent and do not need educational work. The animal by its nature is extremely restrained, and in dealing with people shows upbringing and tact.
If you wish, you can teach your cat various teams and tricks, as they lend themselves well to training.
Asian tabbies do not require much attention from others and are quite self-sufficient. This breed is suitable for busy people who can not devote so much time to their pet. Cats get along well with children and are patient with their excessive attention.
Asian tabbies love not only their main owner, but also every member of the family. Cats have a hard time tolerating a bad attitude towards them, as a result of which they may begin to have mental problems. Animals appreciate the owner’s love and care and are happy to reciprocate.
It is not recommended to take cats with you on trips or give them to other people. The pet can quickly get used to the new habitat and people.
Therefore, upon returning home, he will again have to adapt to the old situation. It is better to leave the cat on its territory and ask someone to visit her.
Small kittens are usually more active than adults. Dimension and calm appears in a cat only with age. Asian tabby is the ideal breed for home maintenance. These cats are suitable for people of any age.
Maintenance and care
Asian tabbies value peace and comfort. Although cats do not need the constant attention of the owner, but in their complete absence they can begin to feel sad. If there are no other animals in the house that the cat could play with, It is recommended to equip a game complex for it.
Representatives of this breed do not really like to be on the street, so arranging a cat for walks is optional. As for pet care, in many ways he himself copes with this task. The hair of such cats is short and has no undercoat, therefore it does not need special care. It will be enough to comb the animal no more than once a week.
For hair care, you can use a special glove to comb out old hairs or a massage brush. During the molting period, the procedure is recommended to be performed at least twice a week. The eyes, ears and teeth of the animal should be examined regularly for contamination.
The auricles must be cleaned of excess sulfur, otherwise the animal may begin to have hearing problems. As for the oral cavity, domestic cats have a risk of calculus formation. It is recommended that you periodically brush your teeth mechanically or use more gentle cleaning methods.
For example, you can buy a special liquid at a pet store that is added to a cat in his drinking water.
It is also recommended to introduce more solid feed into the animal’s diet or purchase special treats in the form of sticks or bones.
Feeding
In order for a pet to grow up healthy, it is necessary to take a responsible approach to the issue of nutrition. Food from a person’s table is not suitable for cats, so you don’t need to feed him with leftover food from his own diet. It should also be remembered that nutrition should be balanced.
No need to overfeed your pet. Care must be taken to ensure that the products consumed contain all the necessary elements for growth, development and a healthy life. Best of all, if the diet of the cat will contain both natural products and prepared feeds.
Since cats are predators, they need protein food. The pet menu should contain meat and fillet of sea fish. It is better to give the animal raw beef, boiled chicken and boiled offal. Do not often give the cat a fish, otherwise the animal may have kidney problems.
Milk can only be given to small kittens, as this product is not digested in adults and can cause serious health problems. In addition to meat food, it is recommended to include vegetables and cereals in the diet.
As for ready-made feeds, it is important here not to save on a pet. Cheap feeds do not contain useful elements in their composition, and therefore the cat will not receive the components necessary for life. Such products are not useful, but only temporarily causes the animal to feel full. Excessive consumption of poor-quality feed with an excessive content of plant components can cause obesity.
It is important not to forget about clean and fresh water. It should always be poured into a cat's bowl, and the animal should have access to it at any time of the day.
Health and Life Expectancy
Representatives of the Asian Tabby breed do not have any hereditary pathologies. Animal health is usually good and largely depends on proper maintenance. Despite the strong immunity, Asian tabby need timely vaccination.
At home, it is necessary to regularly treat the animal from fleas and ticks, as well as solder from helminths. Not a single cat is safe from the attack of parasites, even if it does not go outside and does not come into contact with other animals.
A person can bring fleas and ticks into the house on his clothes or shoes, as well as helminth eggs. Worms can appear in a pet after eating raw infected meat, fish.
As for life expectancy, it also depends on the care of the animal. Under favorable conditions, Asian tabby can live up to 20 years and even more. On average, individuals live 15 years.
About the features of the breed, see below.
