Closest cat breed to a savannah cat?
If you have a Bengal, you probably already know about most of the spotted breeds. We have a couple of wonderful Ocicats, both were adopted from a breeder when he retired them from breeding, only charged us for spay/vaccinations/microchip. Ocis are pretty doglike, follow us around the house, play fetch, always sleep with us, very well behaved, always use their litter box and never jump on kitchen counters.
How tall do F1 and F2 savannah cats get?
Savannah cats typically grow to weigh 15-20 pounds, which makes them as large as many domestic cats, if not larger.[1] Their slim build gives them the appearance of even greater size. Average size is also very dependent on generation and sex, with F1 male cats usually being the largest. Some breeders report savannahs in excess of 30 pounds, with at least one breeder claiming a 38 pound male, although such claims have not been verified, and may even be the result of overfeeding or a hybrid growth disorder. The coat of a savannah depends a lot on the breed of cat used for the domestic cross. Early generations always have some form of dark spotting on a lighter coat, and many breeders employ "wild"-looking spotted breeds such as the Bengal and Egyptian Mau for the cross to preserve these markings in later generations. The savannah can have a tan coat with black or brownish spots, or a silver coat with dark spots, a marble (also called classic) pattern, and many other patterns and colors, although The International Cat Association (TICA) breed standard calls for black, brown spotted tabby, silver spotted tabby and black smoke types only.[2]
F1 and F2 Savannah Cats?
F1, F2, etc. refer to filial generation, or generation away from the Serval. So an F1 is a first generation, or 50% Serval. An F2 is two generations removed from the Serval so approximately 25% Serval, etc. Your largest Savannah is going to be the F1; although some F2s can become quite large as well, there is no guarantee on size after the first generation. Of course the first generation is also going to be the most expensive, running you several thousands of dollars. Also, there are no 'snows' at the F1 generation, since this is a recessive gene. The Savannah's temperament is very social and active. If they are not entertained by their human or other fur companions they can easily find mischief to get into and I often warn new owners that they must baby-proof their home from floor to ceiling because like a baby they can get into anything, but unlike a baby they can also jump - very high! If you want more info about the Savannah cat please check out www.savannahbreedsection.org
What is it like to have a Savannah cat as a pet?
Savannah cats may look wild, due to their spotted Serval-looking coats and remarkably long legs, but they are by all accounts domestic cats who happen to be descended from the African Serval cat and other domestic felines. Savannahs use the litter box, eat regular cat food, and will sleep at your feet just like other domestic cat breeds. Our family has three Savannah cats. Our Savannahs are extremely affectionate and sweet-tempered with us and our two young children, most likely because they were highly socialized with kids, cats, dogs and other humans by their breeder. They greet us with head-butts, purrs, chirps and will often drop cat toys at our feet or beckon us to play with them by leaping into the air or climbing onto our heads. Though temperament and personality differ among individual Savannahs, Savannah cats are often described as being very 'dog-like' in their display of affection towards people.In general Savannahs are very active, highly intelligent cats that demand more human interaction than the average domestic cat; most Savannahs are happier chasing a toy or leaping for a cat wand than sitting on your couch like a lap cat. Savannahs are not by nature aggressive or destructive, but do need sufficient vertical territory (cat trees) as well as daily exercise in the form of interactive play with humans or other active cats - preferably another Savannah. Many Savannah owners have at least two Savannahs, as breed fanciers will attest that it is tough to own 'just one' of these fascinating animals.Savannahs can be trained to walk on a leash with a cat harness, but must be kept as 'indoor-only' cats with no 'in and out' privileges as they have been known to wander for miles in pursuit of the 'chase' and are unlikely to find their way back home once outside.Many Savannahs display a fondness for water; ours like to hunt goldfish in the bathtub and paw at running water in the sink. Savannah cats make for highly entertaining and interactive pets who get along well with dogs, kids, (most) other cats and will ensure there is never a dull day in your home.For those curious about the breed, a great source for Savannah cat information directly from Savannah pet owners is the Yahoo! Group called SavannahCatPets: http://pets.dir.groups.yahoo.com...Savannah cat 'Buzz Terry' flashes his Savannah smile for the camera
Savannah Cat Breeding QUESTION's Help =] ??
I'm sorry but it's clear you know next to nothing about breeding. We are not here to promote breeding of cats which no doubt you want to do for money. Cats do not need to breed. Find other ways of making money. Cause if you are going to do it properly you will find you don't just get money, you get complications as any professional breeder will tell you, plus you don't just breed her to the max, that's just senseless, stupid and very short-sighted. Leave the breeding to the professionals. As a pet owner, you can add to the overpopulation problem or help end it. Don't fool yourself into thinking that if you find a home for each of your pet's offspring you avoid adding to the number of homeless pets. Actually, you've only eliminated potential homes for other waiting puppies and kittens. Only so many responsible, caring homes exist, and finding a home for one of your pet's offspring inevitably dooms some other cat or dog. As ANY professional breeder weill tell you, they DON'T make money. It costs them to do this. You may want to think some more on another money plan, this isn't it.
Which breed of male Savannahs are fertile?
All Savannah cats are a breed called Savannah cats. So I think you mean to ask “What generation of male Savannah cats is fertile?” And the answer to that requires some explanations.The Savannah breed started with crossing African Servals with domestic cats, resulting in hybrid offspring. That first generation cross of the two species is called F1 (The “F” stands for “filial generation”). Breeding an F1 Savannah to another domestic cat results in F2 kittens. Breeding an F2 Savannah to a domestic cat results in F3 kittens, and so on and so on…To get a good grasp of the terminology for Savannah generations and registration codes, read - F1? F2? ABC? SBT? – (FAQs)When you cross two different species, there can be conflicting genes, which can result in infertile offspring of one or both sexes. Most female F1, F2, F3, F4, etc. Savannah kittens are fertile, and can become pregnant if bred by a fertile male. But I have not heard of ANY proven fertile male F1, F2 or F3 Savannahs. And if there was one, it would be such an important breakthrough that people would be spreading the news. There are just a very few fertile male F4 generation Savannahs. And maybe about half of male F5 Savannahs are fertile. The male fertility odds increase with the F6, F7 and subsequent generations.Darkwind - a proven fertile BST F5C Savannah studNeo Blackadder - a proven fertile smoke F4B Savannah studIf you buy an intact (not neutered) male Savannah who has never sired a litter, there is some risk he may not ever be able to. A male whose fertility is already proven is a safer bet.Mighty Sparrow - a big, beautiful non-fertile male SavannahI answered - “Which breed of male Savannahs are fertile?”
Savannah Cats - F2 generation?
The closer it is to the serval, the wilder it will be. I have 2 F3's. They are both girls, should be in the 16lb range (still kittens). As F3's, they are still a bit wild. They play very rough, and are hyperaware of sounds and movements. I wouldn't say that they are skittish. They don't bite or scratch (other than playing). I haven't tried to walk either on a leash, but F3's can be taught. They are expensive, and require a lot of time and patience. You can look up your states laws on hybrids. E-mail me if you have any other questions.
What are the size differences between f1 to f5 Savannah cats?
Savannah cats are hybrid cats the first cat cross to be called a Savannah is a Serval mated with a common domestic house cat that produces a F1 first generation Savannah . You then take that F1 Savannah and in order to progress the breed mate it to a cat that best resembles the cat that you want to acheive ( a spotted wild cat look ) so I would use a Ocicat / a Serengeti / or a spotted tabby . Cross the F1 to another spotted cat AND the resulting kittens produced are F2 Savannah. Cross a F2 to another cat you get a F3 .. AND SO ON . F5's will be five generations removed from the first wild cat crossing . F1's are difficult to breed and therefore are very very expensive . Size wise they would be more in keeping with the SERVAL size however litters are small . sometimes only 1 kitten in a litter males are infertile. As you progress through the F'S the Savannahs have less wild cat blood in them and will become smaller domesticated size, still expensive but more affordable . They do have long legs which will give the impression that they are BIG cats. Savannahs do nt reach their full size until they are 2 years old . Males will be bigger than females . As cats are living and breathing creatures nothing in size is guarnteed . They are a new breed and size can be variable. If you are looking for a guarnteed large cat then you should be looking to an established pedigree breed . The biggest of which is the Maine COON.
Savannah cat difference between F1 and F6?
What you should be more worried about is the temperament. An F1 is a direct cross of the wild and domestic and most of them take after the wild. So you will need to provide very special housing and diet. The cat will spay (even if spayed/neutered) and the diet cannot be commercial foods, no dry - most likely it has to be raw. And most vets probably would not even want to touch or treat a wild cat in the first place. So you would be better off taking a generation of at LEAST an F5 and above!