The Ocicat is a domestic spotted cat bred to resemble a wild ocelot but with no wild blood in its lineage. Created from Abyssinian, Siamese, and American Shorthair crosses, Ocicats combine striking spotted beauty with an affectionate, sociable temperament. They are active, playful, and adaptable cats who are often described as dog-like in their loyalty and trainability.
My Ocicat is wonderful when I am home but she struggles with long periods alone. She has been destructive on days when I work late. We have addressed this with a second cat and interactive feeders but her companionship needs are real and ongoing. If you are frequently away for long periods this bree…
Read full review →My Ocicat has learned to sit, shake, and come on command. He retrieves small toys and has learned several behaviours through clicker training. He is sharp and engaged and genuinely enjoys the interaction of training sessions. He is active and needs stimulation but he is not exhausting. A wonderful, …
Read full review →My Ocicat has the spotted coat of an ocelot and the personality of a devoted companion. She is striking in appearance and her spots are beautifully defined. She is sociable, playful, and genuinely interactive. She comes when called, plays fetch reliably, and follows me with the consistency of a dog.…
Read full review →My Ocicat moves with athletic precision and plays with focused intensity. He is not destructive but he needs environmental enrichment to channel his energy. Cat trees, puzzle feeders, and interactive sessions keep him engaged. He is a genuinely athletic cat who is satisfying to watch in motion. His …
Read full review →My Ocicat generates more conversation and compliments than any cat I have previously owned. People cannot believe she has no wild blood. She is a wonderful ambassador for a breed that is genuinely remarkable in appearance and temperament. I have converted several people to Ocicats simply by having t…
Read full review →My Ocicat has integrated with my dog and my other cat without drama. She is confident and socially flexible, approaching other animals with curiosity rather than fear. She has established friendly relationships with both. Her adaptability to a multi-pet household is impressive and has made our compl…
Read full review →My Ocicat is the most socially engaged cat I have ever owned. She greets every visitor with confident curiosity, investigates everything, and involves herself in all household activities. She is never shy or withdrawn. Her wild appearance combined with her friendly domesticity is one of the great pl…
Read full review →My Ocicat turns heads wherever she appears in photographs. Her tawny spotted coat is genuinely beautiful and her athletic, muscular build is impressive. In person she is warm, curious, and engaging. She is the most visually striking cat I have owned and has a personality that matches her appearance …
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