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Arabian Mau

Cat breed

Arabian Mau cats are social and energetic. Due to their energy levels, these cats do best in homes where their owners will be able to provide them with plenty of playtime, attention and interaction from their owners. These kitties are friendly, intelligent, and adaptable, and will even get along well with other pets and children.

More about the Arabian Mau

The Arabian Mau is a domestic cat breed developed from a naturally occurring short-haired population with distant ancestry from the early African wildcat. It is a landrace and formally recognized breed by a number of prominent cat registries, such as the World Cat Federation (WCF) and the Emirates Feline Federation (EFF). This cat is native to the Arabian Peninsula, which it has inhabited for over a millennium.

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Living with a Arabian Mau

A tough, street-smart survivor of the desert turned into an affectionate, energetic homebody who wants to be wherever the action is.

Personality & fit

Arabian Mau cats are social, curious, and deeply loyal to their people, often following them from room to room just to stay in the loop. They're generally easygoing with kids, other cats, and even dogs, making them a great fit for busy, lively households.

Exercise & energy

These are active, athletic cats that need real daily play, not just a toy left on the floor. Interactive sessions with wand toys, climbing space, and puzzle feeders help burn off their considerable energy and keep them out of mischief.

Grooming & coat

Their short, low-maintenance coat sheds very little and rarely mats, so an occasional brush is really all it needs. This is a breed where grooming time can mostly go toward play instead.

Training

Smart and food-motivated, Arabian Maus pick up routines and simple cues fairly easily, especially with consistency and rewards. Their curiosity makes them good candidates for clicker training or leash-walking if you start early.

Health to watch

As a naturally occurring landrace breed, Arabian Maus tend to be quite hardy with few breed-specific health concerns. Routine vet checkups and a healthy weight are still the best way to keep them thriving for their long lifespan.

Good to know

This isn't a cat that's content to nap all day alone, plan for real interaction and enrichment, or they'll find their own (possibly less convenient) ways to entertain themselves.

General guidance to help you get to know the breed, not veterinary advice. Always consult your vet for your own pet.

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Personality

AffectionateAgileCuriousIndependentPlayfulLoyal

At a glance

Life span
12 - 14 yrs
Weight
8 - 16 lbs
Origin
United Arab Emirates

Traits at a glance

Affection
Energy
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Friendly to strangers
Intelligence
Social needs
Grooming needs
Shedding
Vocalness
Adaptability
Health issues

More filled dots = more of that trait (out of 5).

Breed traits from The Cat API ยท summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA). General guidance only, every individual pet is unique.