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CLEAR ALLThe unique and distinctive look of the Lykoi causes different reactions whenever people first see them. Most people concur that they look like little wolf cats – where the name Lykoi is from, a play off the Greek word Lycos which means wolf. They also have a strong prey drive that is evident when they play. This cat will stalk their toys, other pets, and even people before they leap.
Lykois are a very loyal cat breed that tends to bond deeply with their human companions. They are highly intelligent and are awesome problem solvers, which shows when they play. They like to be with their families but can find fulfilment playing alone with any toy or object.
This fun-loving cat breed loves human interaction, as well as other animals such as cats and dogs. When there is more than one Lykoi, these cats interact wonderfully. They sometimes seem like they have dog-like qualities because they will play fetch and chase like a wolf would on a hunt. Lykois love a warm lap but would actively play and hunt with their unlimited supply of energy.
Lykois are medium-sized cats with somewhat slender legs and muscular bodies. They are known for their facial “mask”, which is considered to be their most striking feature. Their coat ranges from nearly coated to nearly hairless, especially during “moulting”, which happens twice a year.
Lykois will always lack an undercoat, regardless of the density of their coat, giving way only to their top guard hairs. However, despite their sparse hairs, Lykois are not considered hypoallergenic as they shed a lot.
Their coat appears coarse, but it is actually very soft and silky. The most usual and striking colour of their coat is black roan – a mingling of black hairs accented with individual white hairs that gives a very intense appearance of the facial “mask” and colour contrast. While Lykois can appear in other colours, black roan is only the accepted colour in The International Cat Association championship status.
Considered a new breed, Lykois continues to fascinate many cat fanciers and lovers worldwide for their unique appearance.
The unique and distinctive look of the Lykoi causes different reactions whenever people first see them. Most people concur that they look like little wolf cats – where the name Lykoi is from, a play off the Greek word Lycos which means wolf. They also have a strong prey drive that is evident when they play. This cat will stalk their toys, other pets, and even people before they leap.
Lykois are a very loyal cat breed that tends to bond deeply with their human companions. They are highly intelligent and are awesome problem solvers, which shows when they play. They like to be with their families but can find fulfilment playing alone with any toy or object.
This fun-loving cat breed loves human interaction, as well as other animals such as cats and dogs. When there is more than one Lykoi, these cats interact wonderfully. They sometimes seem like they have dog-like qualities because they will play fetch and chase like a wolf would on a hunt. Lykois love a warm lap but would actively play and hunt with their unlimited supply of energy.
Lykois are medium-sized cats with somewhat slender legs and muscular bodies. They are known for their facial “mask”, which is considered to be their most striking feature. Their coat ranges from nearly coated to nearly hairless, especially during “moulting”, which happens twice a year.
Lykois will always lack an undercoat, regardless of the density of their coat, giving way only to their top guard hairs. However, despite their sparse hairs, Lykois are not considered hypoallergenic as they shed a lot.
Their coat appears coarse, but it is actually very soft and silky. The most usual and striking colour of their coat is black roan – a mingling of black hairs accented with individual white hairs that gives a very intense appearance of the facial “mask” and colour contrast. While Lykois can appear in other colours, black roan is only the accepted colour in The International Cat Association championship status.
Considered a new breed, Lykois continues to fascinate many cat fanciers and lovers worldwide for their unique appearance.
The Lykoi is a medium sized cat, weighing 6 to 12 pounds. They have slender, toned bodies and wedge-shaped heads. When you look at their face, you’ll notice hairless patches around their eyes, nose and backs of the ears. These areas will have a leather texture and will be a shade of pink. Another distinctive facial feature is their large ears, pointed and set wide on their heads.
Lykoi cats can have a full coat of fur on their body or be partially hairless with patches of missing hair on their belly, legs, or paws. Although this makes them look similar to other hairless breeds, like the Sphynx and Devon Rex, DNA testing confirms Lykoi cats do not carry the Sphynx/Devon Rex gene.
Most Lykois will have black fur, which will feel fine, short, and coarse. Those with full coats may have some white hair too, which makes them appear silver. Moreover, because they have no undercoat, where their hair is patchy, they can look like they have mange, but this is not the case.
Lykoi cats are certainly not fluffy kitties and don’t win awards for the most aesthetically beautiful breed. Even so, if you can see the uniqueness of this wolf cat, you’ll see past their superficial appearance.
While Lykois are a domestic cat breed, they originated from feral cats and have solid hunting instincts. They are pretty playful, but they are happy to play on their own. They are most content as indoor-outdoor kittens due to their feral heritage. Still, as they lack a warm coat, keeping them inside during the winter is essential.
At first, Lykois can seem aloof, but that is not the case at all. The truth is Lykois just take a little while to warm up to new people. But once they accept a human, they will quickly build a solid, lasting bond with them.
They are too busy being on the lookout for prey to follow you around as some breeds do, but they will show you affection nonetheless. They will happily sit on your lap or curl up by your feet, and when they’re in a relaxed mood, they will welcome petting.
They display a good amount of independence, and they are happy to stay at home during the day while you are out working. Compared to many other domestic cat breeds, they don’t have high social needs, making them easy-going companions. However, as they are very playful and intelligent, make sure you have plenty of toys, cat trees, and cardboard boxes around to keep them entertained.
A Lykoi cat will do best in a predictable home and peaceful environment as they do not handle change very well. Lykoi owners should establish and stick to a regime and honour their need for space and alone time. Therefore, they are more suited to young working couples or older retirees rather than a family with young, loud kids. That being said, they are very friendly towards children once they get to know them.
Lokis will stay away from strangers as they size them up from a distance, so if many new people come in and out of your house, this could stress out your wolf cat. However, it’s not a problem with friends and family as once they meet someone a few times and realise they are not a threat, they will let their guard down.
The same goes for animals. While they can become friends with other cats and dogs, a slow introduction is vital for success. However, if you introduce them to other pets from a very young age, creating a multi-pet household will rarely be a problem.
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