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Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke" Compare Egyptian Mau and Toyger. Which is better: Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
 
 
 
Name Egyptian Mau Toyger Sokoke
OriginsEgypt flagEgypt United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Denmark flagDenmark
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank614427
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pharaoh Cat Toyger Cat Sokoke Forest Cat, African Shorthair Cat, Khadzonzo, Kadzonzo
Price
Which one is cheaper, Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke cat?
$1000 to $1200 $2000 to $3500 $1,000 to $2,000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA) The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds Male: 6 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Toyger are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Sokoke have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Slightly forward-tilted
Eye Color Green Gold
Copper 		Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke. Bold, dark, and uniform broken vertical stripes on a bright orange background, mimicking the coat pattern of a tiger. Tabby pattern with a "blotched" appearance; colours include shades of brown with dark brown or black markings.
Coat
What is the difference between Egyptian Mau, Toyger and Sokoke coats?
Short to medium Short Short, Thin
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Robust Solid
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 Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Sturdy Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Average

Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, alert and active Moderate, playful and friendly Moderate, curious and independent
Guarding Instinct High High High
Protection Instincts High High High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Good Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Poor

Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Independent
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate High
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High 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 Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
18-20 years 12-15 years 15-20 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke cat?
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
The Toyger cat has a very high energy level.
The Sokoke cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Toyger cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Sokoke cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Toygers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Heart Murmurs 		Periodontal Disease
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and melodious meows Playful and friendly meows Quiet and curious sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys company of other pets Good, playful and friendly Moderate, can be independent
Facial Expression Graceful and alert Playful and friendly Independent and curious
Tail Behavior Graceful and alert tail movements Playful and friendly tail movements Independent and curious tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Toyger are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sokoke are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Difficult to Train: Toyger cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Challenging to Train: Sokoke cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Agile Playful Playful, Social
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Toyger cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sokoke cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke?
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Toyger cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sokoke cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Toyger cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sokoke cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Toyger owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Sokoke cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke?
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Toyger is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sokoke is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Egyptian Mau vs Toyger vs Sokoke Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareLow Low Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Toyger coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sokoke coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Egyptian Mau or Toyger or Sokoke?
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.
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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