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Pictures of Cats Abyssinian Cats Pictures and Abyssinian Cats Breed Informations

By Pictures of cats

on December 20, 2008

Pictures of Cats Abyssinian Cats Pictures and Abyssinian Cats Breed Informations

Abyssinian cat is a breed of domesticated cats, which is believed to have been originated in Egyptian port Alexandria. Despite the wide scale acceptance of its Egyptian origin, the origin of Abyssinian cat has always been a subject long debates and controversies. In USA, Abyssinian cat has become the most popular shorthaired cat. With its regal bearings and ruddy-coat, it is famous all over the world as a mistery cat.

Overall, Abyssinian cat has a strong, medium length, lithe, fine bone structure and well-developed muscular body. Its legs are slender proportionate to the body. It has a fairly long tail broad at the base and slightly tapering to a point. Its paws are small and oval, head is broad and wedge-shaped, eyes are almond shaped golden, green, hazel or copper colored, and nose and chin are in a straight line. Its ears are large and broad that are cupped at the base and moderately pointed at the tips. Coat is short, dense, and silky and possesses a beautiful sheen. Abyssinian cats are extrovert, intelligent and willful. They are generally preferred as show cats.