Arabian Mau is a short-haired cat breed originating from steppe cats that lived in the territory of Arab countries. They perfectly adapted to the extremely warm climate of the Arabian states. In search of food, they gradually moved closer to people, and then completely chose to exist nearby with a person.
The origin and description of the breed
For a long time, society was not at all interested in this type of cat. Only at the end of 2003 a project for breeding such a breed began. To date, the number of Arabian Mau has increased, and manufacturers are only improving. Arabian Mau is a fairly large feline with a well-developed muscle structure. Males are larger than females, and their mass is approximately up to 8 kilograms. Representatives of the breed have their own external distinctive features.
- The head visually looks round, but actually slightly longer in length, with well-developed mustache pillows. The muzzle is slightly curved, the chin is slightly protruding.
- The ears are large, sheer, looking slightly to the side.
- Eyes are rounded, their tone is mixed with color (usually greenish or yellowish).
- The body is strong, the muscles are powerful.
- Paws are large, with rounded pillows.
- The tail is of a typical length, tapering towards the end.
- The coat is short, closely adjacent to the body. To the touch, the fur of older cats is not very silky, the hardest.
The color of the outlined breed may be different. The most common shades of wool: white, bright red or red with white spots, black, black and white with bright spots, gray.
Character
Arabian cats adore small family members.If the house already has other pets (for example, hamsters or rats), then it is not recommended to start a cat of this breed with them.
The Arabian Mau is considered an excellent hunter, since its ancestors in the wild hunted for their livelihood.
Their extraordinary hunting instincts are great for living in a large private courtyard. If a cat is purchased for living in an apartment, it needs daily walks like air. Mau prefer to make high jumps, like their counterparts from the savannah. Having a pet, you should be prepared for this.
Mau is characterized by a love of freedom and independence. Such traits are also characteristic of their wild tribesmen.
Arabian cats are distinguished by high intelligence. They are easily trained, which is why they are often compared with the best friends of a person - dogs. Such qualities as curiosity, a sharp and inquisitive mind, non-conflict make this breed one of the most beloved. Mau cat easily finds a common language with other pets and children. However, the animal will not tolerate too familiar relations with itself.
They choose one owner to whom they give their tenderness and affection. These cats are sociable and friendly, they are perfect as a companion for a lonely person. Their loyalty knows no bounds. Mau will always and everywhere with pleasure accompany the owner - on vacation, at home, while watching her favorite TV shows, cooking, fixing, and entertainment.
One of the features of this breed is their silence. In this quality, they are somewhat similar to the Burmese cat. Mau will not be disturbed by the owners with excessive meow. However, the animal of this breed will not recline and purr in the owner’s hands for several hours, most likely, it will settle down nearby. With strangers, cats behave with curiosity, they are not afraid and willingly go to their arms.
Another animal can adapt perfectly to everything new and spend a lot of energy on exploring an unusual place.
Care Rules
This individual is considered completely self-sufficient, since cats belonging to this breed have been taking care of their own nutrition for a long time. Thanks to the ancient roots, the described breed stands out for its hardenedness, cleanliness. These cats are located to gain weight, because they do not know the measures in food. The owner of the animal of this breed is recommended to control the amount of food consumed by him.
It is best to feed Mau a dry, full-fledged formula or home-made foods rich in protein and fiber. Sweets, pickles, fatty, spicy and fried foods are prohibited.
Keeping track of their hair is not at all difficult. To do this, comb them with a special brush, periodically wash with specially selected washing gels and shampoos. In case of contamination, it is necessary to clean the auricles, make sure that parasites - mites - do not appear in them. At least twice a month, it is necessary to trim the claws, as they quickly grow out and become quite ground, which increases the risk of damage to animals' furniture and possible wounds to family members.
Still need to carry out preventive treatment of cats from parasites. To maintain the health of the animal and prevent serious illnesses, you should regularly show Mau to the veterinarian. In the clinic, the pet will be examined and, if necessary, vaccinated. In general, the Arabian Mau has inherent excellent health, which provides a strong immunity, given by nature. Subject to the rules of care and maintenance, Arabian cats can live at least 10-15 years. This cat does not require much attention and time to care, but it should be walked at least once a day.
You need to play with her: good animal activity is a prerequisite for health and her well-being.You can build a small cat house where a pet can frolic in plenty.
The Arabian cat becomes a real true and reliable friend.
Where to get a kitten?
Many are interested in what price a kitten can be purchased for. Given that the breed is young and small, some difficulties may arise when acquiring a pet. On the lands of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, nurseries that are directly involved in the breeding of Mau are not available. The main nursery is in Dubai. Buying and buying an Arabian Mau kitten will be quite expensive, since transportation is included in the price. The total price can reach $ 1000.
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