EGYPTIAN UIA

The Mau cat is a peculiar result of thousands of years of Egyptian culture, which has long been the subject of discussion among many fans of this amazing spotted cat. Some of them are sure that Mau appeared in the distant times of the pharaohs.

A feature of the Egyptian Mau cat is that it is one of the cats that has been domesticated in a natural way. In other words, cats of this breed are not the result of artificial breeding. Cats Mau were known to Europeans even before the outbreak of World War II, which subsequently created a real threat of their complete disappearance.

Today it is known for sure that a cat of this breed was presented to the Russian princess Natalya Trubetskoy when she was in Rome. When the princess moved to America in 1956, she took the cat and two of her kittens with myself. It was thanks to this woman that the first standard of these amazing pets appeared.

Officially, the breed was recognized in 1968, and in 1977 it was recognized by the International Association of Cat Fanciers. Active breeding of Egyptian Mau cats began in the eighties of the twentieth century, as a result of which, by 1991, the gene pool of cats of this breed had increased significantly. To date, the breed is recognized by most of the various associations.

The Egyptian Mau cat is a very funny animal. Staying with family, among close people are the happiest moments for Mau. She can show her joy with a cheerful wagging of her tail or with a pleasant voice.

Mau also often display their hunting instincts. This is mainly manifested in the pursuit of a toy or any other bait. But small animals can also become a victim of a representative of this breed. This behavior is quite understandable for a relatively active and strong cat. In addition, Mau loves to play, climb, she will appreciate a special cat tree that can be purchased at a pet store or made on her own. It would be useful to make a scratching post with your own hands, near which the pet will spend a lot of time.

Do not be surprised if you see an Egyptian Mau cat sitting by the aquarium, while wetting its paw in the water. Pets of this breed love water, so they may show a special interest not only in the bathroom or pool, but even in the faucet in the kitchen or in the bathroom.

Despite the fact that the Mau is considered a sociable cat, this behavior of cats of this breed is most often shown only in relation to the closest people, near whom they can spend days on end.

The coat of the Egyptian Mau cat is very easy to care for. It is enough to make a weekly combing to completely remove all dead hairs and ensure the health and beauty of the coat. Every week it is necessary to carry out thorough oral hygiene of the animal. This will help prevent dental problems.

Remember to wipe the corners of your eyes with a tissue paper weekly. Ears should also be inspected weekly for inflammation, dirt, or infection. If necessary, wipe with a cloth soaked in a special solution prescribed by the veterinarian. For this purpose, you can also use a vinegar solution with water in a ratio of one to one. Remember that the use of cotton swabs to clean the ear canals is strictly prohibited!

As for bathing, this should be done as it gets dirty. True, given the fact that Egyptian Mau cats are very fond of water, some owners of representatives of this breed bathe their pets much more often. Be that as it may, it is recommended to use special shampoos while bathing. Never use a shampoo that you use yourself.

Since the Mau cat is an active animal, most often the animal's claws grind down naturally. If for some reason this does not happen, then you need to trim them. This, of course, should be done as needed.

Try to limit your pet from communication with yard cats. This will reduce the likelihood of infection with various ailments and parasites (worms, lichen, ear mites, etc.), which are often carried by animals in the yard. In addition, never leave your Mau outside unattended. First of all, this is due to the danger of theft of an animal, because the Mau is a rather rare, beautiful and expensive breed, so many will want to take possession of a pet for free if possible.

Both domestic and purebred cats prone to various diseases. Mau, in this regard, is no exception. But it's nice that representatives of this breed are not prone to serious diseases of a genetic nature. Basically, these pets can develop colds or infectious diseases, the appearance of which is most often associated with insufficient pet care.

Please note that at the first appearance of a sign of an unhealthy condition of a pet, you must contact your veterinarian. This will allow you to determine the diagnosis in a timely manner and prescribe the correct treatment, which will be the key to a quick recovery of the pet. Never resort to self-treatment, including giving an animal medication without first consulting a specialist.