Abyssinian Pictures - Most Popular
The impression of the ideal Abyssinian would be a colorful cat with a distinctly short ticked coat, large eyes and big ears. Abbys are devoted and affectionate animals. Not a lap cat though. Loves to keep company and be involved in activities.
Although the Abyssinian is one of the oldest known breeds, there continues to be speculation and controversy concerning its history. In appearance, Abyssinians resemble the paintings and sculptures of ancient Egyptian cats which portray an elegant feline with a muscular body, beautiful arched neck, large ears and almond shaped eyes. Abys today still retain the jungle look of felis lybica, the African wildcat ancestor of all domestic cats.
