Ocicat

About the breed

The Ocicat is a domestic spotted cat with the look of a wild ocelot but a very friendly, active and family-oriented temperament.

Breed history

The breed arose by chance in 1964 through Virginia Daly’s work with Siamese and Abyssinian cats. American Shorthair lines were added later.

Appearance and features

The Ocicat has a balanced muscular body, slightly longer hind legs, fairly large ears and a striking spotted pattern with golden or silver tones. Size: medium-large size. Weight: males: 4.5–6 kg, females: 2.5–4.5 kg. Coat: short-haired. Typical colours: spotted colours: tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lilac, fawn and silver variants.

Temperament

It is a sociable, intelligent and very active cat. The Ocicat loves play, adapts easily, can walk on a leash and learn simple commands.

Care and lifestyle

The short coat needs brushing about once a week. Ear cleaning, regular tooth care, claw trimming and plenty of play are also important.

Health

The Ocicat is not considered strongly prone to genetic disease, but preventive checks, diet control and activity are still essential.

Best suited for

Best suited for: families with children, active homes, owners wanting a sociable, trainable and playful cat.

Temperament and behavior

It is a sociable, intelligent and very active cat. The Ocicat loves play, adapts easily, can walk on a leash and learn simple commands.

Stable behaviour depends on daily attention, a safe environment, play activity and respect for the cat's personal space.

Care and keeping

The short coat needs brushing about once a week. Ear cleaning, regular tooth care, claw trimming and plenty of play are also important.

Daily routine

Regular play, clean water, quality food, scratching posts, safe resting spots and routine preventive checks are useful.