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Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat" Compare Abyssinian and Somali. Which is better: Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Somali Ocicat
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia Somalia flagSomalia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank106217
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Fox Cat, Long-Haired Abyssinian Oci
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat cat?
$900 to $1500 $1000 to $1500 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-foreign
Somali have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Green
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		No data available Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver.
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Somali and Ocicat coats?
Shorthair Long Hair Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Slender Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense 		Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Moderate Sleep

Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, focused and curious Moderate, playful and affectionate Long, playful and intelligent
Guarding Instinct Moderate Moderate High
Protection Instincts Moderate Moderate High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Moderate Moderate
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate Good

Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs Balanced diet High protein, raw diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
14-15 years 12-16 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Somali cat has a very high energy level.
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Somali cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Somalis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Hard

Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet meows and chirps Soft and gentle meows Moderate and varied sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, playful and friendly Good, playful and social
Facial Expression Alert and curious Active and playful Energetic and friendly
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when excited Active and playful tail movements Energetic and friendly tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate High
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low High
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Somali are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Challenging to Train: Somali cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Difficult to Train: Ocicat cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Active Mischievous Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Somali cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ocicat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat?
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Somali cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ocicat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Somali cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Dog-friendly: Somali cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat?
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Somali is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Abyssinian vs Somali vs Ocicat Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareHigh Moderate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Somali cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ocicat coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Abyssinian or Somali or Ocicat?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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