Ocicat vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Ocicat	Abyssinian
Origins	United States	Ethiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Crossbreed	Natural
Popularity Rank	17	10
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Oci	Abys
Price Which one is cheaper, Ocicat vs Abyssinian cat?	$800 to $1200	$900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership	Moderate	High
Breed Recognition	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Ocicat vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Ocicat or Abyssinian cat?	Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Ocicat or Abyssinian cat?	Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds	Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite Force	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI	Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type	Semi-foreign Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.	Foreign (Oriental) Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape	Large Pointed Wide-set	Large Pointed Wide-set
Eye Color	Green	Gold Green
Hair Color and Pattern	Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver.	Ruddy Red Blue Fawn
Coat What is the difference between Ocicat and Abyssinian coats?	Short	Shorthair
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Short
Musculature	Muscular	Lean
Head Shape	Triangular	Triangular
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Almond-shaped	Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Long and Narrow	Straight
Neck Length	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Short Shaggy	Fine Short Silky
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High
Bone Structure	Sturdy	Slender Fine
Tail Length	Long and Tapered	Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns	Moderate Sleep	Active Less Sleep

Ocicat vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Ocicat vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

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

Ocicat vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

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

Ocicat vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding	Moderate	Low
Grooming Tools Needed	Brush Nail Clipper Comb	Brush Nail Clipper Comb
Dental Care	Low	High
Grooming Which is easier to groom, Ocicat or Abyssinian?	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ocicat coat in good condition.	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding Which cat sheds less, Ocicat or Abyssinian?	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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Erica
Apr 13, 2024, 5:57:22 AM:
My cat looks like both cats but personality wise, she’s totally an Abyssinian mix and this article made it clear. Great information!