Kitty Breeds: Somali KittensPosted by Gade Downs on January 18th, 2021 No one is completely sure how Somali kittens were first bred, but we all do realize that they first appeared around World War II and come from Abyssinians. Experts on cat breeds think that they are offered from Abyssinians having a recessive longhair gene. dig this was probably due to decrease in Abyssinians around that time which resulted in crossbreeding sticking with the same long haired cats to be able to rebuild the Abyssinian breed. This is one of several kitty breeds that has been also piled up unintentionally when some Abyssinian breeders in different countries such as the United States and Canada got long haired kittens which they decided to dub Somali cats. As you are able to guess from the good reputation for Somali kittens, they look being a longhaired version of the Abyssinian. They share the existence of white fur around the bottom of these chins as well as the appearance of wearing dark eyeliner. All Somali cats possess a mark on the forehead seems as an "M." Because of the bushy tail and coloring and ears resembling that regarding foxes, in some ways Somalis look more like other animals compared to they do like other cat breeds. Like many kitty breeds, they use a medium build. You might worry that because from the long coat of Somali kittens they require lots of grooming, but luckily that isn't the case. They only need weekly brushing to keep their coat healthy and unlike many kitty breeds, they don't shed much. Female Somali cats generally weigh 6 to 9 pounds and males of the breed weigh 10 to 12. While Somalis are not generally unhealthy, they are at risk of dental conditions like gingivitis so make sure you brush its teeth regularly to be able to maintain healthy gums. This is one of many cat breeds with a very common coat color (golden brown with black ticks) but a majority of other color options that are more uncommon (you'll find 28 as a whole). Somali cats are extremely energetic and athletic, loving to learn with their humans and with their toys (even fetching them). They are also one of many intelligent cat breeds meaning they could be trained fairly easily although be wary of their strong will. Somali kittens have become curious, attentive and loving. They are also among the kitty breeds that although loyal for their humans loves the business of youngsters and other pets. They are not very talkative but do enjoy kneading laps. Because with their personality, Somalis are great for all families when they have been children or other pets.Like it? Share it! More by this author |