Somali, the most playful cat

Intelligent, cheerful, lively, but above all the most playful cat in existence: the Somali, with its appearance that resembles a small fox, is always up for a good time. This begins with its movements and the acrobatic leaps it can perform anywhere, without causing any damage: here it is, darting to the tops of cupboards, over kitchen cabinets, and even onto the shoulders of the people who live in the house.

The name of cat The Somali, unlike other cats, does not derive from its place of origin but from the Abyssinian, of which it represents the medium-long haired version. While the Abyssinian takes its name from ancient Abyssinia, now Ethiopia, the term Somali derives from nearby Somalia. The Somali began to be bred in 1967, and the first registration of a Somali was due to a Canadian breeder and judge. cat as the Somali. While it was thanks to Evelyn Mague, an American breeder, that it obtained official recognition in 1979 by the CFA. In 1981 the FIFe also recognized it. The Somali cat was introduced to replenish the cat breed Abyssinians that were lost during World War II. In fact, the first specimens of this breed were long-haired Abyssinians. It was Janet Robertson who exported the first Abyssinian kittens to other countries, including North America, in the 40s, and their descendants produced long-haired specimens, which were then exhibited by Mary Mailing. It was at that point that, recognizing their difference from Abyssinians, judge Ken McGill requested recognition.

Appearance

The Somali is distinguished above all by its hairy and striking tail, which makes it resemble a fox. Its fur is also quite long. Other distinctive characteristics of the Somali Razz are the large ears and the multicolored fur.

• Il cat The Somali is of medium size: 6 kg for the male and 4 kg for the female
• Its body, agile and compact, is quite long and has robust and defined muscles.
• The back is slightly arched.
• He has almond-shaped amber eyes and a particularly proud look.
• The ears are medium-large in size.
• The head is broad, of medium size, with a relatively elongated muzzle and a not too long nose.
• The tail is long and hairy, similar to that of a fox.
• The legs are long and thin, well proportioned to the body, with small oval feet.
• The coat is long and reddish, fine, with little undercoat. It can have warmer shades like hare, sorrel, and fawn, or cooler shades like blue or silver.

Character

It's an cat Curious, lively, active, and playful. He's also very intelligent, well-balanced, and somewhat stubborn. He's a true explorer, loving to explore everywhere, spending time with children and other animals, with whom he gets along well. He needs plenty of stimulation and daily exercise, and it's best not to leave him alone for too long. He's initially a bit shy with strangers.

Health

It is very important to take care of yourself care Its long, hairy coat: brushing every 2-3 days is therefore recommended to prevent the formation of clumps of hair. Ailments that can affect it include:

• progressive retinal atrophy
• hip dysplasia
• patellar dislocation
• renal failure
• respiratory diseases due to the cold
• dental problems

Adoption

To adopt a Somali cat we recommend you take a look at sites like FindPuppies, where you can find cats of different breeds for adoption.

Somalis are relatively rare, but sometimes adult or young specimens end up looking for a new family through:

• Feline recovery associations.
• Groups dedicated to feline breeds.
• Shelters and catteries that post ads online.