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CLEAR ALLKnown as the cat with a smiling face, Somalis have a medium-sized body with a unique appearance. Somalis are highly intelligent, good-natured and they genuinely enjoy human company. They are even more friendly and loving than their Abyssinian cousins.
Somali cats are a mix of beauty and disposition. They are the essence of everything most cat lovers want in a feline companion – intelligent, energetic, attentive and enthusiastically engaged in everything that catches their curiosity.
Somalis are devoted, affectionate, brilliant and very interactive with their human companion and their environment. Their high energy and inquisitiveness make them extremely interested in everything around them and what their family is doing. They like having a great view of their surroundings, so expect them to find them perched on top of the refrigerator, furniture, and bookcases.
The Somali is an incredibly beautiful cat. They have a ticked coat that comes in two lengths, short-haired and semi-longhaired and a range of colours. The combination of their ticked fur, stunning facial markings, large ears and bright, expressive eyes gives the Somalis a wild look that easily captivates many cat lovers.
Considering their origin, it’s easy to say that they are “just” a long-haired version of the Abyssinian cats. But any Somali cat owner will tell you differently!
Known as the cat with a smiling face, Somalis have a medium-sized body with a unique appearance. Somalis are highly intelligent, good-natured and they genuinely enjoy human company. They are even more friendly and loving than their Abyssinian cousins.
Somali cats are a mix of beauty and disposition. They are the essence of everything most cat lovers want in a feline companion – intelligent, energetic, attentive and enthusiastically engaged in everything that catches their curiosity.
Somalis are devoted, affectionate, brilliant and very interactive with their human companion and their environment. Their high energy and inquisitiveness make them extremely interested in everything around them and what their family is doing. They like having a great view of their surroundings, so expect them to find them perched on top of the refrigerator, furniture, and bookcases.
The Somali is an incredibly beautiful cat. They have a ticked coat that comes in two lengths, short-haired and semi-longhaired and a range of colours. The combination of their ticked fur, stunning facial markings, large ears and bright, expressive eyes gives the Somalis a wild look that easily captivates many cat lovers.
Considering their origin, it’s easy to say that they are “just” a long-haired version of the Abyssinian cats. But any Somali cat owner will tell you differently!
The long, bushy tail is usually the first thing you notice when you see a Somali cat. In addition, the soft, fine fur, large almond eyes, and wide-set large pointed ears are all distinctive features of this breed.
They are medium size and usually stay pretty light, between 6 to 10 pounds. The reason for this is because their bodies and legs are long but slender, and their fur is typically fine, despite the fluffy appearance it gives.
Somali cats have ticked coats, meaning their hairs contain multiple colours from shaft to tip, giving off a glistening effect. Most Somalis will have a “ruddy” colouring, which is an orangey-red, with black ticking. However, there are 28 coat colours that this breed can have, but these are much rarer than the ordinary ruddy Somali.
The texture of their fur can also depend on their coat colour, but most have very soft and fine hairs. Furthermore, their eyes will likely be gold, amber or green. Plus, they usually have a dark ring and then a lighter ring around their eyes, giving them an alert look and showing the intelligence of this beautiful breed.
Somali cats are full of energy and curiosity and love to play. Therefore, if you’re considering getting a Somali, you’ll need to stock up on plenty of toys and games beforehand.
Plus, as they are so intelligent, they require some more challenging toys. For example, puzzle feeders are great for Somali cats as they make them work their brains, then reward them with a treat. Moreover, once they get bored of their toys, they will make toys out of anything else they find, whether it’s your phone charger, shoelace, or hairband.
Somali cats also need regular play and interaction with their owners to stop them from getting bored. But don’t worry, you’ll never forget playtime with a Somali as they are not afraid to demand your attention when they need it.
Somalis won’t only hang around when they want to play, though. They will follow you around and stay by your side often, revelling in the company of their favourite human. Even so, they are much more likely to be on the move than curl up on your lap.
Somalis are confident cats who love to be the centre of attention, so they prefer to be the only pet in the home. Some Somalis can see other cats as competition, so you may struggle to socialize them with new pets.
These cats love people of all ages but prefer an owner who is home often. As they have high social needs, you should only consider this breed if you have plenty of time to play with this fox-like cat. They will also do best with someone who makes an effort to train them and keep their smart brain in good working order.
Because they are such attention seekers, most Somalis prefer no other animals around that could steal the limelight. Therefore, Somali cats are generally much happier when they are the only pet and have your undivided attention. However, this isn’t the case for the entire breed, as plenty of Somali cats are perfectly friendly towards other kitties.
They are great with older children, especially if they are interested in playing with them and training them. Moreover, they are smart enough to stay away from small children that could potentially hurt them.
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