Egyptian Mau vs Savannah
Compare Egyptian Mau and Savannah: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Egyptian Mau
VS
Savannah
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Egyptian Mau
Savannah
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 30 cm
35 – 45 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
17 – 20 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
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
Savannah
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
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.
About Savannah
The Savannah is a tall, athletic hybrid cat bred from domestic cats and African servals, with a lean spotted body, large ears, and short coat. Highly intelligent, active, trainable, and vocal, it bonds closely with people and thrives in engaged homes with ample play and enrichment.
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