 In today's video, we are going to talk about some interesting facts and myths about the Australian Mist Cat. The Australian Mist is a mixed breed cat A cross between over 30 cat breeds that predominantly include the Burmese, Abyssinian, and Australian short hair breeds. Friendly loving, and energetic, these cats inherited some of the best traits from all of their parents. Australian mists were originally known as spotted mist cats. You may find them in shelters and rescues, so remember to always adopt. Don't shop if you're looking to add one of these cats to your home. The Australian Mist was bred by a feline who's totally happy with always living indoors. They're loving, tolerant, and make for ideal family pets. They can also adapt to just about any household size. Children and Australian mists are a great mix. Here are some of the interesting facts about the Australian Mist Cat, which will give you some further insight into its characteristics and temperament. 1. Australian Mist's History The Australian Mist was originally developed back in 1977 by a doctor named Truda Strait. The intention behind the mixed breed was to develop a cat that would be content to stay indoors, along with having a mellow personality and easygoing nature. These days, the Australian Mist has become honored as Australia's national cat. In 1998, the breed's name was changed from the spotted mist to the Australian Mist. The Australian Mist was officially accepted as having gained championship status by the International Cat Association in 2014. These days, you can find Australian Mist's in shelters or in the care of rescue groups. So make sure to consider adoption if you decide that this is the breed for you. 2. Australian Mist's Appearance The overall appearance of Australian Mist is the combination of half-bremies, and a quarter-each of domestic short hair and abyssinian cats. They are of moderate size, composed of medium-sized bones, a round head with large eyes and ears. Six colors and two patterns are found among the Australian Mist. Available colors are blue, brown, lilac, chocolate, gold, and peach. They are either spotted or marbled with the misty background. Legs are matched with the body coat and usually barred. Tails are ringed or barred, and nicely furred. The resemblance with Bermese and Abyssinian cats is often found among them. In fact, four of its original color comes from the Bermese ancestors. 3. Australian Mist's Size The Australian Mist is a medium-sized cat. As is always the case, exact size standards might vary. Most Australian Mist's weigh in at 8-15 pounds. Female Australian Mist's are often slightly smaller than their male counterparts. That said, many of these mixed breed cats can be smaller or larger than average. 4. Australian Mist's Personality When people talk about the personality of their Australian Mist cats, they usually say that they're mellow and tolerant kitties with an exceptionally loving side. These cats adore human interaction and attention, and will often follow you around or hop up on your lap at any opportunity. As the Australian Mist was originally developed to be an indoor cat, they're pretty adaptable to most living situations. Just be sure that you provide enough smart interactive toys and pieces of cat-friendly furniture around the home environment, to ensure that the feline doesn't become bored or frustrated. Due to the mixed breed's very tolerant nature, they also do really well living in an active household and are fine with lots of children around the place. It's often remarked that the Australian Mist is a cat who enjoys being handled and will rarely scratch. 5. Australian Mist's Diet Nothing unusual is in their feed habit. They will never say any word against the usual cat meal available in the market. Because of their interests, they can touch or taste raw meat or milk. They don't show any predator-like activity. Other than that, you don't have to worry about their dietary habit. 6. Australian Mist's Health Concerns Australian Mist's are generally considered to be healthy cats, although it's important to schedule regular wellness visits with your cat's vet. Australian Mist's are prone to gingivitis. Therefore, it's important to maintain their dental hygiene. This can include a good quality dry food or dental diet, dental chews or even brushing their teeth if they will let you. Regular veterinary dental checkups are a good idea as they may also require dental cleans, descale and polish under a general anesthetic. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife, to get 20% off. 7. Australian Mist's Life Cycles and Lifestyle The lifespan of Australian Mist varies ranging from 10 to 13 years. They come into puberty within 5 months. Litter size varies ranging from 3 to 5. They are extremely affectionate and have a people-orientated lifestyle. Young kittens are not boisterous. Adults stay loyal to their owners and to the families they are with. They like to stay involved in family activities and tolerant of handling. 8. Australian Mist Kittens The worst thing about Australian Mist kittens is the struggle to find them. Despite a wonderful temperament, a good health record, and an endearing appearance, these cats are not hugely popular. So, finding reputable breeders can be a struggle if there are none near you. The best breeders will help test parents and answer all questions you have. They will also let you see the parent cats. The price of Aussie kittens will really vary depending on the demand where you are. In places where there is a lot of demand, prices will rise. Especially for show quality kittens. 9. Taking Care of Australian Mist It's important to keep up your Australian Mist's regular veterinary checkups to detect any health concerns early. Your vet can help you develop a care routine that will keep your cat healthy. Along with scheduling yearly wellness vet visits, your Australian Mist will need to have their nails checked and trimmed on a regular basis. If you're new to cat adoption, your vet can show you the safest way to carry this out. Adding a scratching post to your living environment can also help promote healthy scratching and keep the cat's nails in good condition. Beyond nail care, examine the Australian Mist seers for signs of dirt building up or possible infection every couple of weeks. It's also advisable to talk with your vet about starting a regular tooth brushing regimen that will suit your Australian Mist. While the Australian Mist is fine with living indoors, they can also become prone to obesity. So monitor snacks and treats, and consider adding a smart feeder to help aid the cat's portion control. 10. Australian Mist Coat Color and Grooming The Australian Mist coat is usually seen in a range of colors that include golden, chocolate brown, blue and peach. Their coat can be spotted or have marbled patterns running through it. When it comes to grooming, the Australian Mist is a low maintenance feline. Their short and glossy coat can be brushed once a week. This will not only help ward off the chance of any mats forming but also keep the coat in a clean and healthy condition. Maintaining a regular brushing routine also helps to lessen the likelihood that hairballs will be an issue for the feline. The Australian Mist is generally seen as an adaptable cat who can usually live happily in most climates. Just remember to always make sure adequate shade and fresh water is provided when the temperature spikes. 11. Australian Mist to Children and Other Pets The Australian Mist is a perfect cat to bring into your home if you already have children. These are tolerant and loving cats. Just be sure that early socialization takes place and boundaries are properly set on both sides, and supervise early interactions between kids and cats. When it comes to other household pets, the Australian Mist is usually okay living alongside other domestic animals. Although, you'll want to supervise early interactions between the new cat and existing pets as well. Ultimately, early socialization really pays off with this mixed breed. Make sure to reward your Australian Mist for good behavior when you bring them home to your family. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. 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