Abyssinian

Most of the stories about the origins of the Abyssinian breed refer to Egypt. Genetic research suggests the breed originated near the coast of the Indian Ocean, where colonists may have purchased animals from wild animal traders. The breed, however, was developed in Egypt.
The Abyssinian has relatively large pointed ears.The head is broad and has a slight wedge shape. Its eyes are almond shaped and colors range from gold, green, copper, and even hazel. The legs are slender in proportion to the body, with a fine bone structure. The Abyssinian has a fairly long tail. An "M" shaped marking is often found in the fur on the forehead. They can be colored ruddy, sorrel (red and cinnamon), blue fawn or red. Abyssinians are medium sized cats. They have strong bodies with long legs.
Abyssinians are extroverted, extremely playful, and intelligent. They are usually not "lap cats", as they will prefer to explore and play. They are popular show cats. Not all Abyssinians are shown, however, because the color and type standards are very strict, and because some are shy towards strangers and in public.
Abyssinians thrive off interaction with the family and can get depressed without daily activity and attention. They generally get along well with other cats, although they need their space and the females can sometimes be irritable around other cats. Abyssinians are known for their curiosity and enjoy exploring their surroundings. As one might expect from such an intelligent and physically capable breed, Abyssinians are formidable hunters. They adore toys and can play for hours with a favorite ball. Some even play fetch! Please be sure when choosing any pet to get veterinary information about it.