THE AUSTRALIAN MIST, A RARE, SWEET AND AFFECTIONATE CAT

The Australian Mist is a short-haired, short-haired cat from Australia. His dress has the characteristic of being covered with small spots or scratches in some cases. This new and rare cat is sweet and affectionate. It is suitable for all families, whether elderly or with children.

• Size: 30 cm
• Weight: 3 kg to 6 kg
• Hair: short
• Color: brown, blue, chocolate, lilac, golden, fawn or cream
• Life expectancy: 15 to 18 years
• Gestation duration: 63 to 68 days

Description and characteristics of the Australian Mist

The Australian Mist is part of semi-foreign type cats, that is to say that it has a rectangular body, a solid frame, a tail of medium length and oval feet in particular. It is recognized, among other things, by its light coat with short hair covered with round spots (“spotted” dress). Some specimens are rather a marbled dress (dress called “blotched tabby”) especially on their legs and their tail.

The round head of the Australian Mist is very expressive, especially because of its large eyes that can be of all shades of green. His nose is wide enough. The ears of the Australian Mist are broad at their base, rounded at their ends, and spread on his head. His legs are quite long compared to the size of his body.

Origin of the Australian Mist

The Australian Mist originates from Australia, as its name suggests, and more precisely from Sydney where it appeared in the mid-1970s. Its ancestors are Burmese, Abyssinian and other Australian domestic cats. short. The goal was to create an indoor cat with a speckled coat. It was called Spotted Mist until 1997. It is the first recognized breed in Australia. The Australian Mist is now a rare cat outside his home country and a few breedings in England, but his breed is currently in full expansion.

Character and behavior of the Australian Mist – Who is it for?

The Australian Mist is an energetic indoor cat who knows how to be calm. It is easy to live. He is a kind, friendly cat, and very attached to his masters. He is also intelligent and patient. He likes the presence of humans, and especially children with whom he enjoys playing. The Australian Mist likes to be cuddled and be the center of attention. Due in particular to the affection it shows, it is also very well adapted to the elderly and to those with reduced mobility. It is a cat that also accepts very well the presence of other animals in his family.

How to take care of your Australian Mist: your needs

The short hair of the Australian Mist does not require any special maintenance. Brushing occasionally (less than once a week) is enough to remove her dead hair and keep the beauty of her dress.

The diet of the Australian Mist

The Australian Mist does not require a particular diet. As for all cats, it must be of good quality, and especially adapted to its age, to its state of health and to its physical exercise.

The health of the Australian Mist

The Australian Mist does not have any particular health problems, especially hereditary diseases specific to its breed.

Price of an Australian Mist kitten

The price of an Australian Mist kitten will depend on the sex, the pedigree of the parents, the conformity to the standards of the race, etc.