| Country of Origin |
USA & Canada |
| Date of Origin |
1963 |
| Weight |
3.5 - 5.5 Kgs (8 - 12 lbs) |
Main Characteristics
The Somali is a medium sized cat with a lithe, muscular build. Their medium length coat is extremely fine, very dense and it can be the following colours:
Tabbies (ticked): usual (or ruddy), chocolate, sorrel, red, blue, lilac, fawn, cream, usual tortie, chocolate tortie, sorrel tortie, blue tortie, lilac tortie, and fawn tortie.
Silver Tabbies (ticked): as above.
Temperament
The Somali is quiet but extroverted.
Suitability
If you are considering a Somali as a pet, consider the following points:
They require moderate grooming
They are gregarious
They are active
Interesting Facts
The Somali is also known as:
Longhaired Abyssinian
Fox Cat
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