Savannah
Very active, curious, and athletic. Savannah cats usually need significant enrichment, space, and engaged owners.
size
Large
energy
High
shedding
Moderate
grooming
Low
trainability
High
goodWithKids
Sometimes
vocality
Medium
aloneTimeTolerance
Low
climate
Mild
Best for
- Experienced owners who can provide significant enrichment and structure
- Homes with space, vertical climbing options, and daily interactive play
- People who enjoy training and managing a very active, curious cat
Not ideal for
- First-time owners without strong cat experience
- Homes that cannot provide daily structured enrichment and space
- People who prefer a low-energy, independent cat
Temperament
- Highly active and athletic
- Very curious and problem-solving
- Can be strong-willed without structure
- Often benefits from training and routine
Daily routine
play: Two to three high-intensity play sessions daily plus training games.
enrichment: Needs substantial enrichment: vertical space, puzzle feeders, supervised exploration, and training.
grooming: Weekly brushing is usually enough unless the coat is long or curly.
Living fit
apartment: Possible only with exceptional enrichment and space. Many do better with more room and vertical territory.
family: Often fits families who provide respectful handling and play.
firstTimeOwner: Not ideal. Best for experienced owners who enjoy training and structured enrichment.
Health notes
- High activity means higher injury risk from jumps. Make climbing areas safe and stable.
- Keep regular preventive care, including dental checks, parasite prevention, and vaccinations as advised by your veterinarian.
- Discuss breed-relevant screening and any family history with your veterinarian, especially before breeding or if symptoms appear.
Cost and time
time: High. Needs daily interactive play and mental stimulation.
cost: Often higher. Expect more enrichment needs and potentially higher purchase and care costs.
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