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 Cat Breeds - There are a variety of different cat breeds. Read about the many domestic cat breeds, including the Maine Coon and Siamese cats. And view the many cat breeds pictures to see how each breed differs dramatically in coat length and overall look.
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Ocicat. Although Wild-looking, the spotted Ocicat is a domesticated cat which makes an excellent family pet. Read all about this exceptional looking cat and view the many pictures of this breed.
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OCICAT
The Ocicat, a wonderful family cat, looks like a cat
out of the wild but actually has no relation to any wild cat.
Ocicats are very intelligent and devoted cats, they love to play, and
love to be loved.
History
The Ocicat is an agouti spotted cat of moderate type. Originating from
interbreeding of Abyssinian, Siamese and American Shorthair cats, it is
the only spotted domestic breed selectively bred to emulate the cats
of the wild.
The Ocicat was the result of the crossing of a ruddy coated
Abyssinian with a seal point Siamese. The one kitten became a large,
ivory coloured cat that had golden spots and copper eyes.
Other breeders used the same cross but later the American Shorthair was
included in the breeding for the purpose of broadening the genetic
base. In 1986 the Ocicat was granted acceptance for Championship
show
Description
Qualities of the Abyssinian, Siamese, and the American Shorthair will
be seen in the Ocicat as this is the Ocicats ancestry.
The ideal Ocicat is a large, active animal with an athletic
appearance. It is very solid and well-muscled and has a short, tight
coat with a satin sheen that shows off muscles and spots to their
best advantage.
The Ocicat has a large, long, muscular, strong
body with medium to long legs.
Ocicats are
distinctly marked with round spots running in rows along the spine
from the shoulder blades to the tail.The belly also will exhibit
these spots.
The Ocicat always has spots but comes in a number of color varieties
from tawny, the brown-spotted tabby, to lavender silver and fawn
silver with chocolate and cinnamon combinations seen as well.
The Ocicat is a large, well-spotted cat of moderate type. It has the
look and feel of a very muscular, athletic wild animal.
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Characteristics and Temperament
The Ocicat looks wild and displays the characteristics of the wild
cats in the jungle, but the temperament of the Ocicat is that of a
true "pussy cat."
It is not a demanding
cat by will become a part of the family. It will get along quite
well if your household already has other cats or dogs.
Ocicats are easily
trained and very sociable but do not like to
spend too much time alone.
They are very playful, and this playful inclination coupled with an unmatched curiosity often
result in humorous and comical antics. Ocicats are
extremely playful, but when playtime is over, they curl up on their
owner's lap.
They are happy indoors if space is not restricted, and like to have access
to outdoors.
Special Requirements
Regular brushing is all that is required in order to keep the coat in good
condition.
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