• Hungarian Language
  • English Language
 

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau" Compare Ocicat and Egyptian Mau. Which is better: Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
 
 
 
Name Ocicat Egyptian Mau
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Egypt flagEgypt
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank1761
Reviews00
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oci Pharaoh Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau cat?
$800 to $1200 $1000 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau cat?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver. Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke.
Coat
What is the difference between Ocicat and Egyptian Mau coats?
Short Short to medium
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid
Head Shape Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, playful and intelligent Long, alert and active
Guarding Instinct High High
Protection Instincts High High
Climbing Ability High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Moderate Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, raw diet High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Ocicat cats live longer than Egyptian Mau?
12-14 years 18-20 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau cat?
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Yes
Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Moderate and varied sounds Soft and melodious meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, playful and social Good, enjoys company of other pets
Facial Expression Energetic and friendly Graceful and alert
Tail Behavior Energetic and friendly tail movements Graceful and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs High High
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality High High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate Moderate
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level High Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Ocicat cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Active Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ocicat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
High: Ocicat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau?
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ocicat coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Ocicat or Egyptian Mau?
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

Popular Cat Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Ocicat vs Egyptian Mau

Reviews