Abyssinians are nosey parkers. Always exploring and capable of wriggling their way into the most mind-boggling nooks and crannies. But look out, they're like little magpies and will often steal away with anything that takes their fancy. To get the best out of your Aby, you should pair with another Aby or similar breed of cat.Abyssinians are nosey parkers. Always exploring and capable of wriggling their way into the most mind-boggling nooks and crannies. But look out, they're like little magpies and will often steal away with anything that takes their fancy. To get the best out of your Aby, you should pair with another Aby or similar breed of cat.
Abyssinians are nosey parkers. Always exploring and capable of wriggling their way into the most mind-boggling nooks and crannies. But look out, they're like little magpies and will often steal away with anything that takes their fancy. To get the best out of your Aby, you should pair with another Aby or similar breed of cat.

Most popular small cat breeds, their temparement, behaviour and how they fit with children and families

Not every home has the space for a bounding dog or even a big cat, so here are some smaller cats to choose from

Small cats tend to be more inquisitive and independent than their big cat counterparts. Less likely to be trainable to commands and tricks, but with more than enough personality to keep you entertained and connected for years and years. Here is a look at some of the most popular small cats.

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