The Somali is a breathtaking cat to behold. It bears an uncanny resemblance to a little fox, with its large ears, masked face, full ruff and bushy tail. The Somali's wild, feral look is what immediately draws fascinated attention. Somalis are intelligent cats, and while active, they have soft voices and are usually quiet.

The overall impression of the Somali is that of a well proportioned medium to large cat, firm muscular development, lithe, showing an alert, lively interest in all surroundings, with an even disposition and easy to handle. The cat is to give the appearance of activity, sound health, and general vigor.

Somali Cat Cat Club of America, Inc. provides information on somalis show cats, breeding, genetics, history and health.

The Somali is a moderate-sized cat with soft, medium-length fur and a bushy tail which has sometimes earned the cat the nickname "fox cat". Somalis are also referred to as "longhaired Abyssinians", since Abyssinians are the "parent breed" of the Somali breed.

Information, links, and international breeder contact information for the Somali cat breed.

History of the Somali cat breed in North American cat fancy, includes the groundbreaking 1976 report 'Genesis', early club newsletters, pedigrees and letters from earliest somali breeders.

Somali Cat Breeders and Fanciers Association, Inc. provides information on somalis show cats, breeding, genetics, history and health.

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History of the Somali cat breed in North American cat fancy (longhair Abyssinian), the groundbreaking 1976 report 'Genesis', early club newsletters, pedigrees and letters from early somali and aby breeders including Ocicat pioneer, Virginia Daly.

Breed standard information from the Feline Control Council of Victoria.