The australian mist or mist cat is a breed developed in Australia in 1976. It is descended from crosses between various cat breeds including the Burmese, the Abyssinian and other domestic shorthair cats of Australia. Dr. Truda Straede, creator, wanted to achieve a cat with all the characteristics of his predecessors, albeit with a friendly, active character and good humor.
Physical Characteristics of the Australian Mist
When still a kitten, the Australian Mist appears to be a very stocky cat, although over time his build slims down to compensate for his normal cat-like build. We can appreciate a medium-sized cat with short hair, so as it loses little hair, it does not require daily or excessively constant brushing. She has a very pretty and sweet face that highlights her big eyes and ears. Its weight is around 3 to 6 kilograms.
The Australian mist comes in various colors such as brown, gold, gray and dark colors. The coat always shows small specks called mist all over the coat, characteristic of the breed.
Australian mist character
The Australian mist cat is very tolerant of handling by its close relatives and stands out for being a cat that adapts to small spaces without showing anxiety or discomfort. In general, it is a playful, kind, friendly cat and not at all surly. The Australian Mist enjoys the company and attention of the people around him: he is a grateful and sweet cat.
The sterilized specimens have an affinity and a better relationship with other pets, whether they are cats or dogs, a characteristic feature that approved breeders have promoted.
Australian mist he alth and care
We can appreciate that excessive care is not needed to properly maintain an Australian Mist as it is a very clean cat that will require brushing occasional. In addition to his basic utensils, we must pay attention by taking him to the vet at least once a year and maintaining his external and internal deworming with the stipulated regularity.
Some he alth problems that can affect the Australian Mist are: urinary tract disease, eye problems and tapeworms. Nothing that cannot be detected and treated with regular visits to the specialist. It is for all these reasons that we affirm that the Australian Mist cat is a fairly he althy specimen.
