History
The first breeder of Ocicats was Virginia Daly,[1] of Berkley, Michigan, who attempted to breed an Abyssinian-pointed Siamese in 1964. The first generation of kittens appeared Abyssinian, but the result in the second generation was not only the Abyssinian-pointed Siamese but also a spotted kitten, Tonga, nicknamed an “ocicat” by the breeder’s daughter
Description
The Ocicat is an all-domestic breed of cat which resembles a wild cat but has no wild DNA in its gene pool. The breed is unusual in that it is spotted like a wild cat but has the temperament of a domestic animal.
Grooming and Physical Needs
Size: Large, well musculed body
- Grooming Needs: simple to groom, weekly brushing to remove dead hair.
- Coat Type: smooth and short
- Moulting: low
- Exercise Needs: enjoys interactive toys
- Average Life Span: 10 – 15 years
- Healthcare:
Behaviour
- Family: Good as family pets
- Temperament: Ocicats have inherited personality traits from both Siamese and Abyssinians; they are friendly and sociable and usually not shy around strangers.
- Trainability:
- Sociability (Other Pets): Can get along with most animals of other species
- Meowing: low