Egyptian Mau vs German Rex
Compare Egyptian Mau and German Rex: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Egyptian Mau
German Rex
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
Not available
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Egyptian Mau
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
German Rex
Summary
About Egyptian Mau
The Egyptian Mau is a rare, naturally spotted, medium‑sized cat with a muscular, athletic build and vivid green almond eyes. Loyal and sensitive, it bonds closely with one person, is active, agile, and vocal in a soft, musical way, needing regular play, gentle handling, and low‑stress routines.
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