Cats of breed the savanna are considered as surprising and interesting animals. They are quite rare, large and expensive. Creation of a clever graceful animal with an exotic color was the purpose of cultivation of these cats.
Savanna: description of breed
For the first time this breed appeared in the mid-eighties the last century. The manufacturer crossed a male of a serval to a domestic Siamese cat, and as result, the first savanna appeared. Further manufacturers made great efforts in order that indicators of breed became ideal. In 2001 the savanna was recognized and registered.
The decision to remove such breed appeared not only from behind esthetic reasons. Wealthy people often contained in open-air cages of cheetahs and leopards. The savanna had to serve as a contents alternative in bondage of predators.
Cats of this breed are difficult in cultivation. It causes quite high price for their kittens. Savannas are much larger than an ordinary domestic cat. When pairing when a female of other breed, there are problems because males, as a rule, bite the partner for a nape. If it several times less cat, then this procedure for it is very notable. Moreover, male descendants to the fifth generation are infertile. Therefore each kitty is very valuable to manufacturers.
Externally the savanna is similar to a little cheetah. Large ears, long legs and noble bearing. Wool at such kitty soft and short. Growth it can be up to 60 cm in withers, and weight can reach 18 kg.
Care for the savanna
The special care of the savanna is not demanded. Any certain diet is also not necessary to them, the only thing that should be considered – the forage has to be quality. These cats do not love cold because their relative – servat – it is from Africa. It is quite strange because savannas have a dense underfur. Still they very much love water, and will be glad to popleskatsya in a bathtub. It should be taken into account the nature of savannas. They well feel with the person, but in relation to other animals they behave haughtily even if it will be dogs. But, even if the conflict situation will be created, these kitties will not bite or scratch the opponent - only to hiss and growl, or will just leave. These cats almost do not purr. With children they are tender, but do not allow to squeeze and pull themselves. Therefore if you have small children, you should not take this kitty in the house. At savannas high immunity and good health. They are not threatened by the excess weight and problems with digestive tract. Cats of this breed are incredibly active and love walks and outdoor games. By the way, they easily give in to training and with pleasure will play with you Aport. But it is necessary to walk the savanna on a breast-band. Without it you just do not follow the favourite.