Savannah
VS
Egyptian Mau
Savannah vs Egyptian Mau
Compare Savannah and Egyptian Mau side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Savannah
Egyptian Mau
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 45 cm
28 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 9 kg
3 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
17 – 20 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Savannah
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Egyptian Mau
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Summary
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.
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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