Cats 101 Animal Planet - Abyssinian ** High Quality **

[@jinsakai5307]

Am I the only one who thinks that abyssinians look like a mini Puma/Mountain lion??

[@valuroreymundsson4913]

I agree, I have two of these and they look very much like Puma's imo

[@regi7675]

Michael Conticchio ?

[@tesfayelemma9734]

No, you are not! In fact, it's a nice catch.

[@flufflesconticchio3885]

@just an SDR fan here I have Pterobuzzard-esque animal

[@hijodelaisla275]

Yes, the only one.

[@HelloWorld1947]

I'm Ethiopian and we have these cats running wild in my country. They are everywhere!

[@MrPogiBalut]

Cool

[@furelisejones2958]

Lucky! They're SOO pretty!

[@alastairpaisley6668]

That's why the cat is called the Abyssinian.

[@rafatitani9711]

yes in Ethopia cause they are from there

[@Neil-s3f]

That's so true;)

[@calvin88893]

I had one of those before, BEST. CAT. BREED. EVER

[@돌고래-b2e]

indeed

[@channelawesome3486]

Abyssinian/Basset Fauve De Bretagne mix named Lulu

[@FuriousPitBull]

are they very loud like bengal cat?

[@calvin88893]

@@FuriousPitBull Not that loud (unless you have food), very playful and smart

[@najiadam8283]

@@FuriousPitBull i’m getting one

[@classicjukebox]

I had my dear Cleo for 23 years....I miss her....

[@whoppernopickle1059]

Well im sure she had a wonderful life

[@classicjukebox]

Seth Williams Thank you. If I had been paying more attention, she would be alive today and be nearing 30...she had stopped drinking water and I did not notice... (;-((( another thing I recommend for all cat lover who want their cat to live long...GET YOUR CAT A COMPANION CAT! THIS IS HUGE. (or dog, or any animal)

[@thefitmuslimah4670]

Hi, I'm sorry for your loss. I know it's always hard when you lose a companion. I'm sure you can remember the many sweet years together. I wanted to ask you about the temperament of this kitten? I am thinking about purchasing one and I'm not sure if they are very wild? The breeder has told me they are very good around furniture and lap cats. However this videos shows otherwise. And would he be okay around another kitten? A Balinese? Also last question are they expensive? She wants to charge 1300? Thanks

[@classicjukebox]

TheFitMuslimah I am sure it depends on the breeder as to the temperment. I highly recommend an Abyssinian...but get two...they will be happy companions when you are not home and I am sure will live longer.

[@thefitmuslimah4670]

Thank you for your reply. I have a Balinese kitten would it be okay to get a Aby? Also do you think 1300 is alot?

[@garrettchandler6584]

Had to put our Abyssinian to sleep yesterday. Hardest thing we've ever had to do, but he was suffering and dying very slowly. We loved Simba and literally would never try any other breed of cat after he left such a human like presence in our house.

[@kristaalexander6855]

Garrett Chandler you did the right thing. Losing a pet is always hard but its kinda selfish to let them suffer. We had to put my lab mix down a few months ago. She had cancer. But i think she understood.

[@lindapettersen1006]

Garrett Chandler I also had an Abyssinian named Simba. He was 15 and died slowly in my arms. He took part of my heart with him to heaven. In the meantime I had 3 dogs to care for and a husband who died of ALS I now have my new Abyssinian who is the love of my life. I named him Kion bc of the Lion guard / Simba & Nala legacy. My grandchild voted for the name Kion. I will never be without an Addy in my life. The are the best.

[@mataharii161]

I lost a cat as well. It was a rescue(Bengal) and just recently died. I want to get another cat that can fill the emptiness in our house, and that's what led me to Abyssinians.

[@xboxdoll2005]

rest in peace! he is happy with god

[@elizabethwilbur4322]

I’m a vet who still mourns my Abyssinian boy. He was such a lover. Part dog, part cat in his warm, easy going personality. So sorry for your loss

[@toast1139]

It looks like a tiny lioness

[@kidnyce3773]

Toast u notice too

[@billolsen4360]

We had an Abyssinian-Tabby mix when I was a teenager. She would only look at the television of it was on the PBS channel...then she'd just stare at the program until it was over.

[@lekkki1]

Our abys were always extremely affectionate and loving, and loved to be picked up once they reached about 3 years old. Prior to that I think they were just in their " I am way too cool for this nonsense" phase. Teenagers. That does not mean they weren't affectionate, especially when you went to bed. Purring, snuggling and lots of chat. If you want one, be prepared: Highly intelligent (scary smart, they are door openers, window openers, escape artists, article hiders and hoarders, etc. ) Super energetic, want to go everywhere with you, want to be with you at all times. No matter how old they get, they seem to have a "perma-kitten" attitude. Best to get two if you are a working person, that way they can hang out with one another while you are out slaving away to buy them their toys.

[@thefitmuslimah4670]

Thanks so much for your insight. Would they be okay around a different bread?Balinese?

[@lekkki1]

TheFitMuslimah Yes. Love company and love to play.

[@Slap_taz33]

lekkki1 how do they do with dogs?

[@DoomFinger511]

They're good and friendly with all animals and cat breeds. Just don't pair an abby with a laid back breed. It will end up boring the abby and annoying the other one.

[@jujasname]

Nah, i will get one because i have a dog, the cat will play with the dog

[@christurner7644]

The Video: "Energetic, Friendly and Highly Intelligent", while at the exact same time the cat is shown hitting another cat.

[@Veluracat]

I also have had abyssinian for 8 months by now. Very playful and affectionate. I don’t understand how I lived without one before :)

[@catlover5654]

My Abyssinian lived to be 15. He suffered from gingivitis when he got older. He also developed amyloidosis. He went blind at 14 from PRA.

[@DoomFinger511]

I agree with almost everything here EXCEPT the not liking to be held part. I have a 6 year old abby and he immediately starts purring when ever he's held. His favorite thing to do is just be held and carried all around the house. And it's true, these cats are FEARLESS! You could be vacuuming or using power tools and the cat will just sit right next you watching. Only moving if something gets more then an inch close to it. You have to watch out as that lack of fear can sometimes get them into trouble.

[@jonnytaylor9798]

Just put down our 'Sake'...17 years...best cat I have ever owned. Will be getting another shortly...

[@Nalanzazu]

my Abyssinian is so funny, if he doesn't get held and cuddled and played with during the day he goes nuts

[@alaskaface7147]

I have a cat named Mister Snails who I'm 90% certain is at least part Abyssinian. He's the smartest cat I've ever had, he's extremely affectionate, friendly, and social, and he's unusually calm in situations that would stress other cats. After having a cat like him, I'm pretty certain I won't be satisfied with any other breed. It's so wonderful having a cat that will escort me on walks, and who's always waiting to lovingly greet me when I get home from work. He's also much more popular in the community than I am. Everyone in my apartment complex seems to know him and always comments on how much they love him, because he adores going outside to make cuddle visits and socialize with his many human friends. I strongly recommend getting a cat with Abyssinian ancestry! Mister Snails is by far the best cat I've ever had, and so far I've lived with at least 10 other kitties of various breeds. None of them were as quite as clever, social, cuddly, or loyal as Mister Snails. A word of warning, though-- Snails is a very manipulative, inquisitive cat, and he's constantly finding new ways of getting into trouble. I'm guessing that most Abyssinians have a similar penchant for using their cunning to cause mayhem and get what they want, so don't get one unless you're ready to handle their curiosity and intelligence!

[@johnmalory26]

Yeah, beautiful cat. Looks like little cougar/puma.

[@lupus9269]

i had a Abyssinian She Could Open Windows With a Lock and i could hold her like a she was a baby:D

[@Georg360s]

Hahaha I also do that with mine)

[@SephirothWaifu]

One of my favs!!! *.*

[@kaycatslave4978]

I have 3 of them. They are AMAZING

[@bethanywingenfeld766]

We rescued our Aby, Zula, from animal control a few years back. She's declawed in the front and weighs less than a gallon of milk, and she has a weak stomach. But we love her still. She likes to sleep on top of the cable box because it's toasty warm. I've considered buying one of those cat hoodies with the big pocket since she loves to be held. So glad we found her when we did

[@meghankennedy9110]

It’s not her stomach, you might be feeding this pure Bred low quality commercial pet food

[@giturownfren6005]

theyre so beautiful

[@windy2471]

These cats are very friendly and like talking and loves playing (I have one)they are very cute and they are brave!!!!They are very clever too!!!!!🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱

[@chihuahuagirl128]

I want one of these pretty kitties! so cute

[@nikoleparmelee6013]

i have a one of a kind abyssinian when i take a walk he follows me his name is tommy

[@saski4ever]

Nikole Parmelee I have one too and his name is also tommy😀

[@jujasname]

Every abby does that

[@kallenordvall]

So cute with these mini cougars.

[@layplum]

I have an Abyssinian names Bonsai. Smartest boy. He is beautiful and so so friendly. We love him.

[@FuriousPitBull]

hi is he very loud like bengal cats?

[@mamasrescue1212]

The kittens🙈😍. Look just like my baby girl did 20 years ago. Also, the Abby didn’t want to be held because that guy didn’t know how to hold an Abby🤦🏼‍♀️lol

[@sam7748]

I had a red abby. Loved him.

[@FuriousPitBull]

hi are they very loud like Bengal cat? or more quiet?

[@saski4ever]

Do any owners recognise this, my cat (m) always wants to be with you. He has made it a habbit of himself to jump on your shoulders and just stay lying there while you go about your business :')

[@psyopticprodigy2427]

Vet just told me the breed of my cat was Abyssinian. I always thought she was a tabby cat but seeing the face and ears of these cat's she may be a mix between Abyssinian and tabby. Hearing them being called the clown of the cat kingdom I can deffo see in my cat too.

[@CaptainCrapnuts]

"gingervitis" lmao

[@linchenwild8007]

Captain Crapnuts Gingivitis. That's a disease.

[@eunjaelee9389]

A disease susceptible to ginger

[@ABPost-gc7qq]

Gingervitus does have a soul!

[@StygianEmperor]

Someone suspected our rescue cat was at least part Abyssinian, and she meets just about all the criteria. Definitely looks a lot like these. However, she doesn’t mind being held, isn’t super “wild” - about average I’d say - and honestly the grooming thing was underselling it; she doesn’t seem to shed a hair. Great breed all around, if that’s indeed what she is. *Edit:* Also, she used to “scratch” the furniture, but not actually ever damage it, somehow. Magic. (we still got her a proper cardboard scratcher just for good measure though and now *that’s* her favorite thing in the world.)

[@aidanbarnes4290]

The cat from outer space brought me here

[@GoGoNeji]

Beautiful cat!

[@rickscovel6619]

Like the one you ma

[@Umbruhh]

If I ever get an Abyssian I might name him Miaq.

[@EmpressTiffanyOfBrittany]

Ma'iq The Liar enjoys being a pet. It is much easier than being independent. Because you can be independent and still be a pet.

[@jollygoodgordon5580]

Lol lol

[@Justinicus24]

Do it, seriously. Not a bad name at all

[@blackgem12]

Maiq is tired now. Go bother someone else.

[@gracefox4162]

Me and my family have all had abys for generations and we would pick no other breed

[@alyonajapan]

I named my Aby as Cleopatra)))) She is very like human!!!

[@ra8682ra]

Hetshepsut would be more appropriate!

[@miss.scales7159]

They're so pretty. They remind me of pumas

[@glaze_tpf9791]

"energetic and friendly" >shows 2 cats choosing violence

[@tesfayelemma9734]

I am pretty sure that they originated in Ethiopia (Abyssinia). I am disappointed that scientists are not sure about its origin considering that the Somali Cat, similar with Abyssinian cat with longer hair but shorter body length are proven to have Abyssinian cat's recessive gene. Either way, these cats are everywhere in Ethiopia both domestic and wild. They are also commonly seen around churches, monasteries and mosques all over Ethiopia (I mean everywhere in a country twice the size of Texas/ France). The domestic ones will drain your energy if you let them play with you especially at a young age or kitten. They seem to have endless energy and love to play. If a baby is born in the cat's (owners) home, meaning the cat is older than the newborn human baby, they tend to be extremely overprotective and lifetime best friend of that person. Unfortunately, we tend not to value these treasurable habits.

[@rasfilmon]

Love lions and off course the Abyssinian cat.

[@jogargus1277]

oh how lovely still WISH FOR ONE

[@jogargus1277]

RUDDY OF COURSE

[@tarmstrong9906]

Yep 😂. They don't like being held, at all.

[@retardedpotato5976]

I watched this and I started crying cause I just lost mine the other day

[@GulpurEel]

"They sometimes don't like to be held a lot" Well duh, that's every cat. Most abyssinians are actually very partial to being held and riding on shoulders. Every aby I've come across jumped up on my shoulders or let me hold them like a baby. Love Aby's! They are the best breed in the world :D

[@mamasrescue1212]

GulpurEel Couldn’t agree more!🐾

[@kyrahollow8277]

We had an Aby called Findus. We had to put him down at the age of 10. He was the perfect cat: absolutely LOVED pats and would demand love, attention and lots of holds. You would find him anywhere! In your cupboard of clothes, in a garage box, ect. This is the story of how we had to put him down: So first he was acting funny so loping around and falling. He wanted to get a drink from the sink but he jumped up and missed. He has never missed at all so we took him to the vet. Turned out he ate a bit of a rat from the park that has rat poison in it. Findus had lost most of his movement and all his vision, but occasionally lifted his head because he could hear our voices talking to him. He was the best cat and my whole family was so upset. If we ever get another cat we will make it an inside cat I reckon.

[@christiandior8890]

+Kyra Hollow wow, this shows poison is bad way to combat pests, you never know where that poison will end up

[@DoomFinger511]

Aww that's so sad. I would have never thought of that danger. My abby got fleas once when he escaped outside (damn cat figured out how to open the screen door!). But mine is mainly an indoor cat, I've never seen him even try to eat a bug before (which I wish he would...).

[@BMC11879]

I rescued a calico kitten who had a unique look and personality. I had her dna tested and she’s an Abyssinian . I bet she’s extremely rare . I’ve never heard of a calico aby ? I thought about selling her but I love her too much .

[@Minae2584]

I want one so bad!

[@davesaussieduster]

Best breed of cat

[@aprilbotten8060]

I don't have an Abyssinian, and wow they seem like amazing cats, personally not for me, I want a playful, affectionate, loving lap cat, but I have an orange ticked tabby cat, and yes they r indeed beautiful!

[@richardsnearly]

I think I may have a Sokoke Cat? He came to our door so hungry demanding food! How can I tell? I thought he was just a gorgeous uniquely patterned Tabby Cat? But he looks so similar to what you showed on Cats 101? What should I look for to be able to tell?

[@kallelmeister2809]

I have an Abyssinian. He is 8

[@kushitecushite6804]

+Joel Lucas looooooool

[@therealconniefrancis]

they're wild!

[@popsicle3390]

0:06 when you and your brother fight

[@taylorjakes2129]

These are like the supermodels of pets

[@Messenger-t9x]

My Abyssinian 6 month kitten is black in colour, with all the traits including a Churpy call

[@alexcrowder1673]

awww lol, so many cross eyes kitties.

[@theogre6003]

Intro: Energetic and friendly- The cats: 😾 🔪 🥊😾

[@juliekatekunich5217]

For my Abyssinian she sheds like crazy and she’s prone to gun disease and she gets a lot of scabs and she has ear problems. She only sits on my dads lap, she doesn’t like to be petted

[@jennymason2942]

I love my Abby! 😻😻

[@rayyanpasha3300]

I'm getting an Abyssinian kitten in november

[@dersemih306]

got it?

[@Kitty83Miss]

well...mine Abyssinian cat Abby....loves to sit on my lap.....she love's it....

[@TheSkylineGODZILLA]

looks a bit like a caracal and cougar

[@alastairpaisley6668]

Yep.

[@MelpyMelperson]

Abyssinian breeds are among the top 5 most popular, yet I have never met one. Where can I find one lol

[@oof4642]

I have an Abyssinian cat named Lexi, She is my baby

[@akiraaa5292]

Kawai😘😘😘😘

[@rudywillen3162]

cute

[@XXredXXful]

Wow super kawaii!!-bye

[@Bobabloxqueen]

i want one please

[@robinheil]

My family has had several Abys. They are intelligent and BEAUTIFUL. But I would advise you to rescue and adopt before buying. We have also had other cat breeds and they are just as charming.

[@migizi422]

I've had a couple, I love'em

[@laurenjay1456]

Where did you get yours from?

[@migizi422]

@@laurenjay1456 from my vet

[@GabbyJones0]

Ce sont des chats merveilleux. Nous avons perdu le notre il y a deux ans. Demain, nous allons nous chercher un bébé abyssin.

[@GabbyJones0]

Merci beaucoup Mais nous en avons un. Il est merveilleux.

[@rydag11]

Almost looks like a small mountain lion

[@lordusoleil6232]

Magnifique

[@ayyo-bun3534]

I just adopted one from my mum's client, she is so spunky and wild like a puppy

[@RonPaul4Pres2k8]

Where's the Cats 101 review on the British Shorthair??

[@zaidhaan]

Aww..... I got so pissed of when I found out they don't like to be held in this video :(

[@Pharmerlynda]

My Abby loves to be held...

[@DoomFinger511]

The LOVE to be held. My 6 year old abby immediately starts purring when he's picked up. He loves being carried all over the place. It's like an adventure and he loves being able to smell and rub his head against things he can't reach unless he's being carried. Unless it's a total stranger or the cat is just in a "mood" at the moment, I'd say 99% of the time abby's like being held. The key (with any cat) is proper support. Cats like it when at least 3 of their paws are touching something for support.

[@alexandergustafson599]

Our Abyssinian Tesla has no problems with being held.

[@DigiDestined13]

It depends on the cat. Our Brady hates it, but our little Maggie adored it. Always wanted to be on a shoulder.

[@RunikaMori]

Don't worry it's hard to generalize, even cats from the same litter can have wildly different preferences on affection.

[@quiyammahughes8348]

I am going to name my baby Abyssinian alakay from Madagascar 😍 can I keep a aby in a apartment with lots of toys???

[@ok-lm9ns]

I'm possibly getting an Abyssinian soon :P I really want to call them Bastet, but I don't think it's that cute of a name.

[@DoomFinger511]

Name it "Cinnamon"!

[@locafly]

Bastet? 😹😹😹 sounds too close to Bastard. 😹😹😹

[@ok-lm9ns]

locafly aha very true. This comment is very old lol. We did end up getting an Abyssinian, a beautiful boy named Leo :)

[@hanegasi1343]

I didn't know these cats are big deal. They are in most households in Ethiopia for the purpose of keeping rats away from home. And they are geat rat hunters🤗🤗

[@philohisham4172]

They are all over the streets here in Egypt

[@cd1788]

Why red is not the most popular is beyond me.

[@hussainibnmuhammad]

If i get Abyssinian i would name him Muizza.

[@oliviamathew733]

“Energetic and friendly”. First line in video. First clip is two cats clawing at each other in a death match.

[@DigiDestined13]

Um... our Abyssinians are absolutely lap cats. They seek us out two or three times a day.

[@pinkfreud62]

Jerry Cantrell from Alice in Chains has one and it was pretty comfy on his lap while he was doing a home Q&A.

[@iforgor2381]

I had Delma for 20 years

[@ianis-reddead2537]

What's the price for this cat?

[@stev3322]

on the east coast no one has pet cats just dogs but there are like packs of cats walking around its very off setting how nobody takes them in

[@kirubeltefera1060]

Can u just tell me why this cat named by my country name

[@EarthlyBlur]

I want one

[@boyfriendfnf7646]

These cats are cute. I want one. But I live in use. So it's a bit more rare in usa.

[@Mscoloraturakae]

My baby is part Abby, and he is such a kick in the pants. I love coming home to his sassy butt everyday.

[@FuriousPitBull]

hi are they very loud like Bengal cat? or more quiet?

[@Mscoloraturakae]

@@FuriousPitBull mine is only intermittently chatty. He's not nearly as vocal as our longhaired black cat. I think a Bengal would be louder. But my boy is only half Abby, so I'm not sure how that affects their personality traits/presentation.

[@FuriousPitBull]

@@Mscoloraturakae thanks :)

[@layplum]

I have an Abyssinian names Bonsai, best cat ever!

[@Phil-zx5yc]

Ahahah next they will tell us the ancient Egyptians imported their symbolic cat God the Abyssinian cat all the way from India. lol

[@channelawesome3486]

Abyssinian is Age Regression gun

[@darrellbrock5687]

Southeast Asia? Descended from Africa? This is a swimmer!

[@kidnyce3773]

I wish my cat does this

[@JackiePrime]

These are a lot of work. So make sure you have the time.

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

Abyssinian is Ethiopia, the cat is half lion

[@paolocaballero2541]

i came from south east asia, and i never seen one.. trust me, im a cat...

[@locafly]

😹😹😹

[@goldenmoondrawer6784]

woops iv been pronouncing this breeds name wrong i pronounced it (abissean)