Finding a Cat

siggav · Nov 23, 2007

With the jumping, I don't know. My hunch is that the early generation cats are probably 'better' jumpers even when their size is taken into account because they're such intense felines.

Still, how to put it, ok.. well here are a few pictures of my cat. An F10 or F12 Bengal (and the Savannahs tend to be a bit more into jumping than Bengals because of their heritage, i.e the Serval jumps high through tall grass to hunt)

Here she is on top of a door, she jumped there from the chair you can see:

I have just over 12' heigh ceilings where I live.

As for the ages, again I don't really know. I'd expect the later generation cats to be like normal cats when it comes to that. The earlier generation cats handle change very badly and overall aren't really very trainable at all. It's more about you changing your life to suit them. I.e if they have a tendency to use things you leave on the floor as a litterbox (which is fairly common). You'll just have to never leave anything on the floor, no bags, clothes or towels etc.

chausiefan · Nov 23, 2007

wow u have a beautiful cat

shadownet · Nov 24, 2007

Can I get some info about Ocicats?
They look interesting, and I'm really trying to get
all the info I can about all the cats that look
cool.

addiebee · Nov 24, 2007

Originally Posted by shadownet

I'm not rich, guys.
How much do you think a retired breeding Bengal would cost?
Or a early adult?

I'm also looking at Savannahs. I looked at Servals about a year ago.
I thought they were pretty. I also like their shape.
Any info about them?

This is what I was referring to.

shadownet · Nov 25, 2007

I meant Savannahs, Not Servals.

goldenkitty45 · Nov 26, 2007

I have Ocicats - what do you want to know about them? Charlie's a show cat Ocicat.

shadownet · Nov 26, 2007

How much do they usually cost?
I've only seen a price on one, and it was an adult.

How vocal are they? Will one talk to me a lot?

Are they super energetic? Do they bad about destroying
things in a house?

All the places I've seen said they're very loving.
Do they follow you, usually?

goldenkitty45 · Nov 26, 2007

Originally Posted by shadownet

How much do they usually cost?
I've only seen a price on one, and it was an adult.

Most of the breeders I contacted when looking were running $600-800 for pets (kittens). You could get a retired breeding cat or show cat that is neutered/spayed first for about half of the cost.

How vocal are they? Will one talk to me a lot?

Most are fairly talkative as you have siamese/aby in the background. Charlie will answer you most times when you talk to him.

Are they super energetic? Do they bad about destroying
things in a house?

I had Cornish Rexes - Oci's are MORE active then rexes! They are smart cats but kinda stubbern at times, so you have to keep ahead of them with consistant disapline

All the places I've seen said they're very loving.
Do they follow you, usually?

I perfer males and find them more outgoing and tend to hang out with you more. They are not cuddle cats unless sleepy, but love to interact/play .

shadownet · Nov 26, 2007

I've seen a few trained ones.
They are easy to train, right?

I found a kitten for $550, and a retired breeder for $200.
The price isn't bad. My girlfriend cringed at the price but,
she paid $1000 for her little rat size, annoying dog, so
I don't think that's a bad price.

Would you suggest an older cat, or younger for
my first? I've never had a purebred before.
My girlfriend wants a kitten though.

goldenkitty45 · Nov 26, 2007

Well IMO I think I'd go for an older cat if you've never owned a kitten. They are more set and settled then kittens and if you've never owned a kitten, especially an active one, you might think "why did I EVER agree to this?"

As long as the adult is well socialized with people, you shouldn't have too much of a problem. Kittens are cute, but sometimes overwhelming in their activity. Its like getting a little baby - they WILL get into things, they WILL try to climb curtains - but this is normal stuff and you have to be prepared for it.

What breeders were you looking at? (you can send me a private message). There are not too many Oci breeders in the US, and I've probably checked most of them out

shadownet · Nov 26, 2007

My cat had a litter of kittens, and then she left. We had to hand feed
all of them. Then she had another litter, and left them too. I've
had a lot of experience with kittens. I think we had 2 litters at once.

I'll send that PM now.

missymotus · Nov 26, 2007

How much do they usually cost?
They cost more over here than in the US

How vocal are they? Will one talk to me a lot?
Mine talk alot, especially when I get home from work. They are at the door waiting and I hear them yelling from outside

Are they super energetic? Do they bad about destroying
things in a house?
Very energetic, Demetri is much happier now he has 2 other Oci's to play with. The other moggies in the house just weren't enough for him.They race around playing together and I also make sure to play with teasers at least twice a day.
Mine are excellent at night, they settle down well and sleep with me under the covers

I don't really have anything that they might destroy, they do get into everything though as they are very nosy.

All the places I've seen said they're very loving.
Do they follow you, usually?
My little girl follows me, and the other 2 follow her (just to be sure they aren't missing out on anything!)
They are all very loving, both with me and everyone they meet. My girl is more lap kitty than the boys.

abymummy · Nov 27, 2007

Just to answer on behalf of Abyssinians

How much do they usually cost?
About the same as Ocis

How vocal are they? Will one talk to me a lot?
Nope, not really, though you can hold a conversation if you want

Are they super energetic? Are they bad about destroying
things in a house?
Very energetic, athletic and love vertical challenges....see pic...where's the cat?

They haven't broken anything of great or sentimental value yet!

All the places I've seen said they're very loving.
Do they follow you, usually?

All my Abys follow me around, I am after all, their human. Very loving with their chosen human, so much so they can get jealous of each other!

shadownet · Nov 27, 2007

My girlfriend loves the way Abys look.
I like it too, but I'm still not sure.
I like all I've heard about Ocicats so far,
so I'm learning a lot about them at the
moment, then passing the info to my girlfriend.

goldenkitty45 · Nov 27, 2007

There are non-spotted Oci's. They just can't be shown. You can get Oci's that look like Abys (ticked) or Lynx Points (ghost Oci's) or the Classic Tabby patterns.

So if you like Oci's and gf likes Abys - you could get a ticked Oci that looks like an Aby and have the best of both breeds

abymummy · Nov 27, 2007

My suggestion would be for you AND your gf to attend a few shows, meet the cats for real. I think to meet all three breeds you'd have to attend a TICA show since Bengals are "feline non grata" with CFA. By going to the shows you can make a firm decision and work from there...

tarasgirl06 · Nov 27, 2007

I would always recommend a rescued adult cat from your local sanctuary, humane society, AC&C, or "the street" no matter what "breed", size, or look; millions of sweet, loving, healthy and beautiful cats lose their lives annually here in the u.s. alone because there are not enough loving, forever homes for them. Until the shelters are empty, I would never adopt anyone but a rescue. Hope you'll think about this seriously -- as ALL cats are gorgeous and ANY cat will be loving and loyal, given half a chance!

goldenkitty45 · Nov 27, 2007

Tara, I have owned strays and mixed breeds from shelters and even have one of our last barn cats...........along with purebreds too. There is a place for both and I see nothing wrong with people who want a purebred, a mixed breed or both

shadownet · Nov 27, 2007

I've had all mixed. I've always found them, or my cat had kittens.

I just wanted something different this time.
I see nothing wrong with that. Although, I do
wish more of those cats would get homes.

chausiefan · Nov 28, 2007

yep their is nothing wrong with wanting a purebred cat

I will have a few purebreds one day also

and like you i love the large big boned breeds best of all! Big boned muscular cats are by far the most beautiful of all cats and many people envy them!

Ive been to a few cat shows and Nothing stands out like a large male bengal or pixie bob such a beautiful site! All eyes on them from all over the room! Some of them will really make ur jaw drop

But if you dont want the energy but u want a nice big solid cat look into british shorthairs, i went to a show recently and was shocked at how big they were! Very big strong powerful cat but very very laid back

Pixie bob is another big muscular cat that is also low energy and laid back look into these breeds if you dont want the high intense energy

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