How to call an Egyptian cat? The most correct rituals

History of the Egyptian Mau breed

Egyptian Mau
The origin of the beauties goes back to the 6th-5th millennium BC. e. - the harsh era of the pharaohs, servile worship of the gods, trade in “living goods” and amazing unsanitary conditions. Egypt managed to become a rich and majestic country, despite the proximity of the desert and regular floods of the Nile River. The ruling dynasties bathed in luxury and honor. Commoners were forced to live with unfriendly fauna - rats, poisonous snakes and insects - which made an already difficult life even more burdensome.

Fortunately for the Egyptians, not all animals were hostile. African cats - the future ancestors of the Mau - often came to modest settlements, destroyed parasites and just as silently left. Over time, the unexpected alliance grew stronger. In gratitude for their help, the Egyptians rewarded cats with treats from their own food supplies and immortalized their noble appearance in art. Animals were allowed to enter the house, and soon they completely got used to the role of owners. This marked the beginning of the full domestication of African cats, which were used in hunting.

The first image of a domesticated cat found in a temple dates back to the 2nd millennium BC. e. At that time, animals played almost a central role in religion. The Egyptians believed that the main deity - the sun god Ra - turns into a cat, rising into the sky in the morning and descending underground in the evening, where Apophis, the god of chaos, awaits him every day, eager to engage in battle with his rival. Ancient drawings often depicted Ra in the guise of a huge spotted cat, tearing apart the enemy with sharp claws.

The connection between the four-legged beauties and the supreme god of the pantheon was also seen in their eyes. It was believed that the pupils of cats determine the position of the sun above the horizon: the wider they are, the lower the celestial body. In fact, changes in the size of the pupils are associated with their physiological characteristics, but in ancient times the incomprehensible nature of things was always explained by the intervention of higher powers.

From about the 1st millennium BC. e. cats were included in the cult of Bastet - the goddess of beauty, fertility and hearth. She was depicted as a woman with the head of a cat, sometimes in full animal form. Temple servants increasingly began to keep four-legged companions with them - the living embodiment of Bastet. Cats walked freely throughout the entire territory of the sanctuary, which was inaccessible to commoners. Forbidding animals to do anything was considered almost a mortal sin: they knew how to speak with the gods and protected those praying from dark forces. Amulets with their image brought the owner good luck in love.

Egyptian Mau bronze color

The sanctuary of Bastet - Bubastion - was visited by the Egyptians more often than others. Every day, believers handed over mummified cats to the priests, which were buried in separate rooms along with rodents and a vessel filled with milk. According to mythology, animals went to the afterlife, where they met Bastet and conveyed the requests of pilgrims to her.

An amazing legend is also associated with the ancestors of the Egyptian Mau, which emphasizes the importance of cats. Thus, the Persian king Cambyses from the Achaemenid dynasty won an easy victory over the Egyptians in 525 BC. e. thanks to these animals. On his orders, the soldiers caught the cats and tied them to their shields. The fear of the sacred companions of Bastet became the decisive factor: the townspeople laid down their arms because they did not want to harm the cats.

Despite their ancient origins, the history of the more modern descendants of the Egyptian Mau began in the 20th century, when European cat breeders decided to revive and breed a unique breed. The first mentions of that time date back to 1940, namely the publication in France of the memoirs “Our Cat Friends.” In them, Marcel Rene talked about spotted animals that he brought from Egypt. Unfortunately, the events of World War II significantly reduced the Mau population. The breed was on the verge of extinction and by the middle of the 20th century practically ceased to exist.

The repeated revival of the “Egyptian women” turned out to be successful, largely thanks to the activities of Natalia Trubetskoy. The Russian princess emigrated to Italy during the war, where in 1953 she first became acquainted with the magnificent spotted animals. They were presented as a gift by a Cairo man. Thus, Trubetskoy became the owner of Gregorio and Geppa of black and smoky colors, respectively, as well as the silver cat Lilu. In the same year, the first babies were born, which the princess immediately announced to representatives of the Italian branch of the International Cat Organization (FIFe).

In 1955, luxurious beauties appeared at a Roman exhibition, where they created a sensation. Three years later, Trubetskoy swapped sultry Italy for the unknown romance of the USA and took in several Mau - silver cats Baba and Lisa, as well as a bronze baby named Jojo. This is how the first Mau nursery, Fatima, appeared in America, where, under the leadership of Princess Trubetskoy, a team of breeders began breeding Egyptian beauties. At the same time, they decided to allow cats of smoky, bronze and silver colors to participate in exhibitions. Animals with black fur were kept exclusively for breeding. Natalia Trubetskaya was engaged in the selection of kittens that were as similar as possible to the ancient Egyptian cats from the frescoes.

All the wards of the Fatima nursery were conditionally united into the traditional Mau line. Subsequently, the breed was divided into two more branches - Indian and Egyptian. Cats brought from the respective countries participated in their creation. The appearance of individual Mau suggested that American Shorthair cats were also involved in the selection.

Official recognition of the breed by felinological organizations began in 1968, when representatives of the CFF approved the Mau standard. Other organizations also caught the Egyptian “fever”: CFA (1977), TICA (1988), FIFe (1992). The new breed from the Land of the Pharaohs was also recognized by the lesser-known ASC, ICU, and WCF. Stud book records of ancestry and pedigree were used to register each cat.

The Egyptian Mau returned to Europe in 1988. At the same time, on the initiative of Mau lovers, three official nurseries were created. Now representatives of the breed are found in Belgium, Italy, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, although the number of breeders is still negligible. The lion's share of nurseries comes from America, which does not want to share its achievements in breeding Egyptian Mau. To acquire a smaller copy of an African predator is a rare success.

History of the origin of the breed

These cats are legendary. Their ancestors in Ancient Egypt were held in such esteem that during their lifetime they were revered as deities, and after the cat went along the waters of the Nile to the eternal kingdom, the owners shaved off their eyebrows in memory of her and were inconsolable for a long, long time, drawing pictures on papyrus in honor of the tailed celestial.

Distinctive features (the appearance and special “leopard” color) are similar to those sacred Nubian cats and the Mau known to us. But the homeland of the modern Egyptian Mau is, rather, not a land of pyramids, but a land of great opportunities.

Several times breeders tried to restore the ancient breed, but force majeure circumstances reduced their efforts to zero. By the mid-1940s, representatives of this breed were practically no longer encountered. But Mr. Chance and Princess Natalia Trubetskaya intervened in the matter.

The aristocrat, having emigrated from Italy to the United States in 1956, took with her several Mau, discharged from Cairo. It was there, in America, that the silver cats Lisa and Baba and the bronze cat Jojo in the Fatima nursery did everything possible and impossible to recreate the population. Within a couple of years, Trubetskoy could boast of 10 beautiful Egyptian women.

Thus, the Russian princess Natalia Trubetskaya saved a breed with a 3-thousand-year history from extinction.

Appearance of the Egyptian Mau

Representatives of the breed are vaguely similar to Abyssinians, with the exception of their remarkable color.
Despite their origin, “Egyptians” do not look like typical oriental cats: their physique is more massive, but at the same time not devoid of graceful lines. The Egyptian Mau is a short-haired, medium-sized breed. The weight of animals varies depending on gender. The cats are slightly larger than their friends: their weight is 4.5-6 and 3-4.5 kg, respectively.

Head and skull

Egyptian Mau kitten

The animal's head looks like a small wedge with smooth outlines. There are no flat areas. The rounded forehead is marked with a characteristic point in the shape of the letter “M”. The contours of the skull are smoothed, there are no depressions or protrusions.

Muzzle

The muzzle of the Egyptian Mau “fits” into the lines of the head and is perfectly balanced. It is characterized by a rounded wedge shape. Full cheeks are acceptable only in mature cats. The cheekbones are quite high. The stop is a smooth curve without kinks. The cat's evenly wide nose is set at a slight angle to the forehead. There is a hump. The chin is small but strong. It is formed by medium-sized jaws. The latter can be pronounced in adult males.

Ears

Sleepy kingdom

The top of the cat's head is topped with medium and large "triangles" that continue the line of the head. The Egyptian Mau's ears have a wide base and are set with a slight tilt forward, quite far from the center line. The tips are pointed, “tassels” are welcome. The ears are covered with short hair.

Eyes

The slightly slanted eyes of the Egyptian Mau are distinguished by their wide set. The shape is an intermediate “stage” between round and almond-shaped. The iris is pigmented in a light shade of green. Amber eyes are typical only for representatives of the breed up to one and a half years old. Egyptian Mau have a surprised and funny look.

Neck

The cat's short neck is smoothly curved. Strong muscles can be felt under the skin - males are characterized by a more pronounced relief. On the line of the ears towards the back of the head, a “scarab” is visible - a mark in the shape of the Latin letter W.

Egyptian Mau face

Frame

Egyptian Mau are animals with an elongated and elegant body, which is not at all spoiled by a developed muscular system. At the same time, a well-balanced torso is preferable to large sizes (regardless of gender). Angled shoulders are more developed in cats than in female cats. The back is straight. The belly is “decorated” with a fold of skin, which, according to felinologists, makes the Mau’s movements easier and more flexible.

Tail

The Egyptian Mau's tail is of medium length, varying in width from the base to a dark cone-shaped tip.

Limbs

Egyptian Mau playing with a stick

The hind limbs of the Egyptian Mau are longer than the front ones. Despite this difference, the cat does not look slouched. The muscles and bones are strong, but mobile. The shape of the paws is round or oval. The toes on the hind legs are more elongated than on the front ones. Their number also varies: four and five, respectively.

Coat

The Mau's short coat lies close to the body. Despite its insignificant thickness, it perfectly protects its owner from bad weather. The texture of the coat mainly depends on the color of the animal. Silver and bronze beauties have a soft coat, while smoky ones are more silky and smooth.

Color

The Egyptian Mau standard provides for three color options.

1. Silver - from a light color to a medium-saturated shade. The points contrast thanks to a dark gray or black tint. The rims of the eyes, lips and nose are pigmented black. The tips of the ears are dark. The neck, chin and area around the cat's nostrils are covered with white hair.
2. Bronze - a dark shade transitions towards the belly into a lighter, almost milky shade. The markings on the body and the tips of the ears are dark brown. Cream color is characteristic of the fur on the throat, chin, and the area near the tip of the muzzle and around the eyes. The bridge of the nose is colored ocher.
3. Smoky - from dark gray to almost black. The silvery undercoat is visible. The points contrast with the main color.

Hair ticking is inherent in the first two types of colors, but is completely absent in the third. The markings are predominantly circular in shape.

Possible defects

Graceful beauty

The main defects of the Egyptian Mau breed include:

• amber pigmentation of the iris in animals older than one and a half years;
• long hair with a thick undercoat (like the “British”);
• excessively small or large ears;
• marks merging with each other;
• full cheeks in females;
• short and/or pointed muzzle;
• small and/or round head;
• points on the body in the form of stripes;
• short and/or thin tail;
• no spots on the belly;
• undeveloped chin;
• small eye size.

Disqualifying defects include:

• lack of ticking in bronze and silver cats;
• white points and/or “medallion” on the chest;
• ticking in smoky-colored animals;
• wrong number of fingers;
• testicles not descended into the scrotum;
• atypical eye pigmentation;
• obvious bone deformations;
• complete absence of stains;
• amputated claws;
• deafness.

Health

Since initially the gene pool of the Mau breed was very limited, the list of hereditary diseases was quite impressive.

At the top of this list are cardiomyopathy and asthma. Today, these diseases, perhaps, cannot be called characteristic of the Mau. However, remember that the Mau's respiratory system is very sensitive and pets must be protected from dust, tobacco smoke, and so on.

The real scourge of the breed is allergies. Mau are allergens and not all foods are suitable for them. If the cat itches and its skin turns red, change the diet (more about the diet below).

The lifespan of the Egyptian Mau is 13-15 years.

Photos of the Egyptian Mau

Care

Experienced breeders do not recommend keeping Egyptian Mau in small apartments, since the small size of the territory can oppress the proud animal.

If your pet is of the silver type, then if spots appear on light areas of the fur, use shampoos similar to those that women use to remove yellowness from bleached hair and then regular cat shampoo when bathing. After a few baths, unwanted spots will disappear.

There are no other special features for caring for the Mau. Reasonable hygiene of the ears and oral cavity, as well as regular brushing - that’s all care.

Character of the Egyptian Mau

The breed is famous not only for its spectacular beauty, but also for its cheerful disposition. These animals are wind-up toys that do not run on batteries, but at least with the help of a perpetual motion machine! The Egyptian Mau loves to take on different roles. In the mornings, the cat skillfully pretends to be an alarm clock, during the day it prefers to be a tireless fidget, and in the evening it becomes a purring antidepressant. With such a wonderful friend, every minute will become a bright holiday!

Egyptian Mau with Abyssinian cat

Representatives of the breed are distinguished by inexhaustible energy and a curious mind, which do not allow animals to sit in one place. Mau will certainly explore all the secret “passages” between the cabinets and the wall. Be prepared to fish your pet out of the most unexpected hiding places: this spotted fidget will crawl anywhere its curious face can fit. “Moveable” toys will help channel the energy of the Egyptian Mau into a peaceful channel: ropes with a bow at the end or wind-up mice. Having satisfied its hunting instinct, the cat will go on a well-deserved rest and give you a few minutes of peace.

Breeders note: this breed is one of the most loyal and loving. Egyptian Mau treat all family members with tenderness, but they consider one person to be the owner. It is to this lucky person that the cat is ready to give attention and love, but will never force it on him. The spotted beauty will happily bask in your arms, but will move away at the first request. When taking an “Egyptian” into your home, it is worth considering: this is a proud and self-sufficient animal, and not a weak-willed meowing lump.

The breed cannot be called talkative: Mau only speaks in exceptional cases (especially when it comes to delicacies). Cats rarely meow, prefer to communicate with their owner through purring and can boast of a whole palette of these sounds. During the period of the so-called sexual heat, females are especially loud. To avoid operatic lamentations, it is recommended to sterilize the capricious lady so that she does not demand dates with the spotted gentleman.

High five!

Egyptian Mau tolerate loneliness well and will not object to your advancement in your career. Sometimes a pet may get bored, but will not allow itself crazy antics such as continuous meowing under the door and grinding its claws on its favorite sofa. At these moments, the nobility of the ancient pharaohs is especially evident in the cat. Instead of silly games with its own tail, the Mau will jump onto the highest cabinet and sit proudly until you return.

The activity of animals is significantly dulled even after eating. This is necessarily followed by a healthy and sound sleep - an unchanging ritual that is observed by most representatives of the breed. At the same time, it is important to give the pet a rest: from boredom and lack of energy, the cat will begin to eat and sleep more often, which will ultimately make it a spotted and fairly plump “bun”.

The love for water is another unusual feature that distinguishes the “Egyptian women” from their mustachioed counterparts. This feeling manifests itself in different ways and depends on the character of the cat. Some animals will happily jump into a filled bath and rush in pursuit of drops, while others will limit themselves to a paw lowered into the water.

Egyptian Mau are quite friendly creatures, so it is not difficult for them to find a common language with other pets. A cat or a dog doesn’t matter, but keeping birds and rodents will have to wait. Wild African cats have endowed their descendants with a thirst for hunting, so the Mau can attack your little friend at any time.

This breed gets along well with families with children. It's hard to imagine a more playful friend! However, do not expect that the Egyptian Mau will allow your child liberties in the form of swaddling and bottle feeding. The cat will prefer to proudly retire if it decides that the child is unceremoniously invading its personal space.

The Egyptian Mau is a suitable option for those who need a balanced friend. Despite its playful nature, the animal always behaves with dignity and restraint, as if it still lives in the monastery of the pharaoh or serves as a “talisman” in an ancient Egyptian temple.

Egyptian Mau silver color

Who is the Egyptian cat

An Egyptian cat is a spirit that can be summoned in the dark. It is believed to be similar in size and appearance to a regular cat, but has no fur. The main distinguishing feature of this spirit is its large locator-like ears. It is impossible to know the exact color of the cat, since it must be called at night. Therefore, opinions differ. Some say that the Egyptian cat is black, while others tend to believe that it is gray.

The description of the Egyptian cat largely corresponds to the appearance of the graceful purrs of the Canadian Sphynx breed

It was not without reason that the ability to fulfill wishes was attributed to the cat spirit. This is due to the characteristics that these furry creatures have. First of all, cats are believed to have the gift of foresight. There are many stories proving that pets predict bad weather, earthquakes, frosts, thaws, the arrival of guests and other events. Also, cats often feel if something bad happens to their owner, even when the person is many kilometers away from his pet.

In addition, cats are credited with healing abilities. They are able to independently find a person’s sore spot, lay on it and thus relieve painful sensations. Regardless of the language people speak, cats easily understand them, which suggests that the cute purrs have telepathic skills. And finally, there are many stories about cats seeing ghosts and other inhabitants of other worlds. All these abilities attributed to animals make one think that even after death, cats in the guise of spirits have considerable power. They also know how to fulfill people’s wishes. The cat is called Egyptian because it was in Ancient Egypt that these animals were revered more than anywhere else.

I have never performed a ritual to summon an Egyptian cat before, but I know first-hand about some of the pets’ abilities described above. Indeed, there have been cases when cats helped me relieve a headache or relieve stress. I remember how worried they were before the earthquake a few years ago. In our area, the tremors were not very strong, but the cats still anticipated them and began to worry in advance. In addition, I am sure that cats sense the mood of their owners. Even if they do not give themselves away by any actions or voice, they know when a person is irritated or in a good mood.

Education and training

Egyptian Mau on a leash

Representatives of the breed are distinguished by their unique intelligence and impeccable manners, so they rarely need additional training. Mau owners do not have any difficulties training their cats to use the litter tray and scratching post. Animals quickly understand what is expected of them. This greatly simplifies the training process. Egyptian Mau are observant and intelligent, easily overcome obstacles and quickly get used to walking on a leash. If desired, you can teach your pet simple commands: the cat will demonstrate their execution in exchange for a delicious treat.

Character

The Egyptian Mau is an Energizer battery (not considered an advertisement). Not every breed can boast such an amount of energy and expression. Moreover, kittens already from their young claws show so much energy that sometimes it turns into aggression. Just work with your baby and by about 10 months the kitten will learn to control his emotions and show you his true noble character.

The Egyptian cat is very loyal, she will not single out one person from the family pack, but will treat all members of the household evenly and with love. But the Egyptian Mau do not favor strangers.

The owners of these cats note their pleasant voice and ability to “talk for life.” They pick up on the intonations of their owners and respond to them quite appropriately. In the house they prefer to occupy elevated places and from there watch strange bipeds.

Most Mau love water, and if from a young age they are accustomed to water procedures, then in adulthood bathing will bring only pleasant emotions to both the owner and the pet.

Mau are good hunters (it's genetic) and especially enjoy games that involve catching toys. By the way, Mau carefully guards her favorite toys and can even growl when she tries to take them away from her.

In general, the breed is balanced in character and intelligent in development.

Care and maintenance

Short-haired Egyptian Mau are not picky about their upkeep, but rest assured: you won’t have any remorse in leaving such a charming beauty untidy. These cats do a pretty good job of grooming their own coats, but brushing the fur with an Egyptian Mau brush or mitten won't hurt. This massage will not only give your pet a neat look, but will also strengthen the hair follicles.

The breed is famous for its cleanliness, so many Mau owners do without water treatments at all (with the exception of playing with mini-waves in the bath). However, before participating in the exhibition, it is recommended to bathe your pet with cat shampoo. For silver-colored Mau, you can choose a tonic that will make the color more saturated and rid the coat of yellowness. After taking a bath - and it can last for more than an hour due to the inexhaustible love of cats for water - eliminate the source of possible drafts so that the pet does not catch a cold.

Eye care for the Egyptian Mau is minimal. Due to their specific structure, they rarely tear, and there is practically no discharge in the corners. The animal’s ears will have to be given more attention: in particular, they should be inspected once a week and cleaned with a damp cotton pad as necessary.

Egyptian Mau drinks tap water

Oral hygiene is no less important. Once or twice a month, clean your cat's teeth from plaque using a paste (you can find it at a pet store). Use a brush or attachment; in extreme cases, a finger tightly wrapped in a bandage will do. From time to time you can please your pet with special treats, which, due to their hardness, carry out preventive teeth cleaning.

To create a neat “manicure” on the paws of the Egyptian Mau, use a nail clipper. After the procedure, it is necessary to smooth out sharp edges and jagged edges using a nail file. To do this as little as possible, teach your cat to use a scratching post. Otherwise it will become a piece of furniture.

Looking at the Egyptian Mau, it is difficult to imagine that this graceful body hides a small gourmet and glutton. Representatives of the breed love to eat delicious food, so they do not control the size of portions. This responsible mission lies with the owner, who must ensure that the pet moves actively, eats in moderation and remains just as graceful.

It is preferable to feed the animal with premium food - dry or canned. Ideally, you should pay attention to options designed specifically for the breed. Egyptian Mau often suffer from food allergies, so finding the right food can take months. If you are ready to often pamper your cat with home-cooked dishes, stock up on dietary meat, sea fish, offal, seasonal vegetables and fruits, as well as sources of calcium.

Remember: it is strictly forbidden to combine two feeding options - this is fraught with problems with the gastrointestinal tract.

The Egyptian Mau should not eat:

• fatty meat (pork or lamb);
• spices (even in small quantities);
• river fish in any form;
• vegetables with a spicy taste;
• dry dog ​​food;
• legumes;
• tubular bones;
• milk;
• liver;
• mushrooms;
• nuts.

Since these cats are very active, it is necessary to provide them with access to clean and fresh water. Mau owners recommend using bottled water, noting the fastidiousness of the “Egyptian”. Animals have inherited from their wild ancestors an instinct with which they determine whether water is suitable for consumption. To do this, the cat puts its paw into the bowl and carefully tastes the liquid.

Maintenance and care of Egyptian Mau cats

Mau cannot be called a pampered cat, however, like other purebred cats, she requires special care. In order to be able to maintain such a cat, the owner will not need as much time as finance.

Veterinarians offer some tips for caring for the Egyptian Mau:

• Grooming. A gorgeous spotted coat that shimmers in the sun and needs proper care. The short and smooth coat does not cake or become greasy. Therefore, it is enough to comb it once a week. Although pets love water, it is advisable to resort to bathing as needed.
• Nutrition. When preparing a diet for your pet, you need to be extremely careful - Mau are allergic. Another problem associated with an unbalanced diet is the breed’s tendency to become obese. It is better to give preference to canned food and dry varieties. Of course, this costs more, but in the event of a disease, you will have to leave much more money at the veterinary clinic.
• About habit. Egyptian cats are conservative. They do not like loud noises and disdainful attitude towards them. Kittens should be accustomed to noise from birth - turn on the radio or TV louder. It’s better to lift the mau with both hands, gently hugging it under the stomach.
• It is also important to perform standard procedures - trimming nails, cleaning ears, teeth and eyes.

Health of the Egyptian Mau

Kittens are resting

Spotted Cleopatras have strong immunity, so they rarely suffer from common “animal” ailments. In the middle of the 20th century, when the breed was just entering the international arena, its representatives suffered from asthma and cardiovascular diseases. However, breeders have worked hard to keep these occurrences to a minimum with each new litter. Diseases are now quite rare, but the vulnerability of the Egyptian Mau's respiratory system has not disappeared. It is strongly recommended to protect your pet from smoke, dust and strong odors.

The main scourge of the breed remains allergies. If red spots appear on your cat's body, you need to change its diet as soon as possible and consult a veterinarian for advice.

Magic ritual for summoning the cat of wishes

Knowing all the stages of a magical ritual to call a cat is not enough; to get the desired effect, you need to believe in this witchcraft creature, in its power. In addition to serious perception, a respectful attitude on the part of the caster to wishes is required. You need to know what this entity prefers, how it behaves when meeting, how to appease it and win it over to your person.

Preparing for the ritual

According to legend, the Egyptian cat is a lover of hearty and tasty food. Everything that attracts an ordinary domestic cat is not alien to him, a magician from ancient Egypt. You can stock up on sweet sour cream, fish, and some meat to set a special table for him.

All the goodies are laid out neatly next to the chair. There should be no scattered things, sloppily made sofas and beds. Otherwise, the called cat will not appear. Before the ceremony begins, serious cleaning must be done. There should be no dust, no crumbs, no dirt, and, of course, no extraneous odors that are unpleasant for cats. If you don’t do this, you may not be able to wait for your guest. The cat especially doesn't like dust. Some attribute this to the sand that surrounds many of the pyramids.

For a more successful magical event, it is worth being curious and seeing what the shape of these tombs of ancient rulers was. Without such knowledge, even superficial, calling an Egyptian cat will be problematic.

How to choose a kitten

Despite active work on breeding Egyptian Mau, purebred individuals are extremely rare and only in specialized nurseries. Have you met a spotted beauty for sale? Don’t rush to rejoice: probably, under the characteristic color there is an ordinary “Murzik” hiding, for which they want to get a lot of money.

If you are applying for a bright representative of the breed, find an official Egyptian Mau nursery and do not forget to sign up for the kittens from the future litter. While waiting for your friend to be born, do not waste time: make inquiries about the breeder, if possible, contact his former clients, check out the achievements of the wards from this nursery. Often, breeders offer babies from related matings for sale, so you need to familiarize yourself with the complete pedigree of the kittens.

Little lumps are separated from their mother at the age of three months, when they no longer need care and can fend for themselves. When looking closely at the kittens, pay attention to the most playful and active one: he definitely feels great! The baby should be moderately well-fed and tidy. Sticky fur, sour eyes or accumulation of wax in the ears are reasons to think: is it worth buying a kitten if it is unhealthy?

Pay attention to a feature that is unique to the Egyptian Mau. At two months, kittens experience the appearance of fuzzing - sparse and long hairs that make babies look like porcupines. This is not a breed defect, but only one of the stages in the formation of the coat.

How to summon an Egyptian cat that grants wishes - performing a ritual

The time of the ceremony plays an important role: as soon as the clock reads more than 1 am, you can start calling.

Prepare the following attributes in advance:

1. Album sheet.
2. Black pencil or pen.
3. Small flashlight.

Now, in order to summon an Egyptian cat, you should write 7 of your most cherished desires on one side of a completely blank album sheet. Don't forget to give a serial number to each of your dreams. Also remember that requests should not be trivial, which the magician can carry out himself without anyone’s help, but also do not think of the impossible (for example, superpowers or omnipotence). Next, you should depict an Egyptian pyramid on the blank side of the sheet, at least schematically. At the very peak of this structure, try to draw a black cat, completely coloring its body (according to legend, this furry wizard is black in color).

Place the paper with the image of the animal facing up and, holding hands, say the words of invocation 3 times:

Now you need to very quickly turn off the lights in the room and leave the room, closing the door behind you. You need to act very quickly, otherwise the magical creature will not come. This is due to the fact that the magical spirit wants to keep secret how it appears to people. You cannot enter a ritual place from 5 minutes (according to some sources) to 1 hour (according to other sources).

The lighting should be turned off not only in the place where the ritual is taking place, but throughout the entire apartment. If you believe experienced magicians, then you need to look for the purring wizard with a flashlight not only at the place where the ritual is taking place, but throughout the entire apartment.

When you look for an animal, remain silent, try not to say anything even in a whisper. The spirit of the Egyptian cat has two forms: a black animal and a completely bald one, of the Sphinx breed. If spellcasters manage to meet a magical creature, they must carefully monitor its actions. An animal washing itself and moving its paw indicates that requests will be fulfilled. If the entity starts wagging its tail, then you can’t count on a positive result. Such a guest from the other world usually disappears on his own, however, if something goes wrong, you can use the following magic words:

Photos of Egyptian Mau kittens

Feeding

Like any decent battery, the Egyptian Mau has its own energy capacity. They are very active, therefore, they need to eat well. The average daily diet should be based on 80 kcal per 1 kg of weight per day.

Experts still recommend feeding Mau with dry or canned food. This is due, first of all, to their tendency to allergies.

For the Egyptian Mau, choose super premium food specially designed for this breed. Of course, the cost of such food is quite high, but the pet’s health is more expensive.

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An interesting fact: among all the cats, domestic and purebred, the Mau is perhaps the record holder for running. Egyptian women can reach speeds of up to 58 kilometers per hour. Photos and videos of Mau races can decorate your home album.

How much is the Egyptian Mau worth?

The Egyptian Mau breed is one of the rarest and most expensive. The price of a cat starts from 50 thousand rubles. The more the animal meets the standard, the higher the cost. You can “save” only on black Egyptian Mau. Since the characteristic spots merge with the main color of the coat, such specimens are considered rejected and are not allowed for breeding work or participation in exhibitions. However, if you are looking for a loyal and cheerful friend, the special color should not be an obstacle to acquiring an Egyptian Mau.

Advantages and disadvantages of keeping Egyptian cats

Due to its rarity, this breed is very popular all over the world, so the minimum cost of cats of the described breed is $800. There are only 3 specialized nurseries in the world, so you should be extremely careful if a kitten of this breed is purchased from your own hands or via the Internet.

The advantages of the breed include:

• beauty;
• unique mental abilities;
• cheerful disposition;
• good health;
• attachment to the owner;
• quick learner.

Egyptian cats love water very much and enjoy playing with trickles, so you shouldn’t be surprised when you see your pet sitting in the washbasin. The owners of these funny felines do not need to prohibit their pets from getting into the bath, as they are quite persistent and persistent. This is manifested in the love of “Egyptian women” for all rooms in the house, especially closets and bedside tables.

As for the disadvantages, they are expressed in:

• high cost;
• special conditions of detention;
• extraordinary activity.

Before you decide to purchase an Egyptian Mau, you need to consider that this animal needs proper care and special attention. That is why it is so important to first weigh all the pros and cons and only then make the final choice.

Sources:

https://101kote.ru/porody-koshek/egipetskaya-mau.html

https://www.royal-canin.ru/cat-breeds/egipetskaya_mau/

https://4lapki.com/2017/01/harakteristika-egipetskoy-mau#i-7