Abyssinian cats, also known as Aby, make popular pets. These friendly smart cats earned their name in the 19th Century when British soldiers fighting in Abyssinia (modern day Ethiopia) brought home kittens bought from local trades. The cats were bred in England and soon became a popular breed in Europe and America.
These medium-sized cats have dark, usually reddish brown coats with distinctive ‘ticked’ patterns (dark and light shading). They have almond-shaped eyes that are gold, green hazel or copper in colour and perky ears. They have slender and fine-boned bodies and their triangular faces have M-shaped marks.
These cats are considered to be most intelligent. They are highly curious and energetic. They explore their surroundings endlessly, and seem to show absolutely no fear. Since they love heights, they perch on the highest spots in the house. They love bird-watching and have been known to befriend other cats, dogs, birds and ferrets.
They enjoy human contact and tend to get upset it left alone. They get along best with children. The Aby, as these cats are affectionately named, make lovely pets.
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