Egyptian Mau Cat Pictures

If you love cats, you will love the Egyptian Mau cat pictures presented here. Egyptian Mau cats are best-known for their beautiful spotted coats. Interestingly, they are one of the few naturally spotted cat breeds.

The exact origin of these wild-looking cats is not known. However, experts believe that cats of this breed may be descendants of the African wild cats. Many Ancient Egyptian murals depicted cats that had a striking resemblance to the modern Egyptian Maus.

Traits of Egyptian Maus

• Egyptian Maus are very vocal. They love to talk.

• They are also very agile. In fact, they are the fastest of the domestic cats.

• Cats of this breed have short hair. Fortunately, they require little grooming.

• They are slim but muscular.

• The three official colors of the Egyptian Mau are: bronze, silver, and smoke or black smoke.

• Egyptian Maus are loyal and very friendly. They make great family pets.

If you are looking cat lover gifts, consider giving a picture showcasing Egyptian Maus. Below you will find a few affordable selections.

She's an Egyptian Mau, the rarest of breeds.
Temple cats.
~ from the movie Catwoman, 2004

Gift ideas

In addition to pictures, you will also find other gifts inspired by Egyptian Maus, including books, charms and necklaces. Here are a few ideas from Amazon.com.

Pictures of Egyptian Mau cats

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A few cat quotes

I love collecting quotes about cats. They can be funny, insightful and right on the money. Here are a few interesting cat quotes.

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Female cats are very lascivious, and make advances to the male. ~ Aristotle

When you're special to a cat, you're special indeed...she brings to you the gift of her preference of you, the sight of you, the sound of your voice, the touch of your hand. ~ Leonore Fleisher

You may have a cat in the room with you without anxiety about anything except eatables. The presence of a cat is positively soothing to a student. ~ Philip Gilbert Hamerton

Who hath a better friend than a cat? ~ William Hardwin

A kitten is the most irresistible comedian in the world. Its wide-open eyes gleam with wonder and mirth. It darts madly at nothing at all, and then, as though suddenly checked in the pursuit, prances sideways on its hind legs with ridiculous agility and zeal. ~ Agnes Repplier

Cats as a class, have never completely got over the snootiness caused by that fact that in Ancient Egypt they were worshipped as gods. ~ P G Wodehouse

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Related Pages

• Learn about the beautiful Egyptian Mau

• The mysterious Egyptian cats

• A comprehensive list of cat breeds

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