How long do Egyptian Mau cats live?
13–17 years is the typical range. Published breed-specific longevity data is limited for this breed; 13–17 years is the typical range for healthy indoor cats overall (PetMD). Individual cats vary — lean body weight, dental care and regular checkups move the number more than anything else.
Personality & temperament
Temperament descriptions for this rare breed are limited; meet the individual cat where possible — breed is a tendency, not a guarantee.
"Egyptian Maus seem to somehow realize that their ancestors were considered deities in the time of the Pharoahs; they radiate an air of majesty and mystery that demands your respect as well as your affection." — CFA official breed profile
Do Egyptian Maus need a lot of grooming?
Moderate shorthair shedding — a weekly brush keeps it (and your sofa) under control. A simple weekly routine covers most of it.
Health notes for Egyptian Maus
The CFA breed profile discusses health considerations for this breed; review it with your breeder and vet. Every cat, purebred or not, needs: annual vet exams (twice-yearly after age 7), dental care, parasite prevention, weight watching, and vaccines on your vet’s schedule.
Is a Egyptian Mau right for you?
Generally good with respectful children — interactions still need supervision, and kids must learn gentle handling. Cats are obligate carnivores: they must get certain nutrients (taurine, arachidonic acid, preformed vitamin A) from animal tissue, so a complete, balanced cat food should always be the base of the diet.
Before adopting, read the cat care library — and consider that adult shelter cats also "come in breed-ish packages" without the breeder price tag.
People also ask about Egyptian Mau cats
How long do Egyptian Mau cats live?
Egyptian Mau cats typically live 13–17 years. Published breed-specific longevity data is limited for this breed; 13–17 years is the typical range for healthy indoor cats overall (PetMD). Indoor life, lean weight and routine vet care are the biggest longevity levers owners control.
Do Egyptian Maus shed a lot?
Shedding: Moderate shorthair shedding — a weekly brush keeps it (and your sofa) under control.
How much do Egyptian Maus weigh?
Breed-specific published weight data is limited — most adult domestic cats weigh between 8 and 12 lb, and your vet can tell you where your cat sits on the healthy curve.
Are Egyptian Maus good with kids?
Generally good with respectful children — interactions still need supervision, and kids must learn gentle handling.
Are Egyptian Maus friendly with strangers and other pets?
Temperament is individual, but breed tendencies give useful expectations. Slow introductions and vertical space (cat trees, shelves) make multi-pet homes smoother.