Collection: Personalised Sokoke Gifts
We have a huge collection of Personalised Sokoke Gifts for lucky owners and Sokoke lovers to choose from. Whether you are looking for a special bowl or a comfy new bed, we have some great gift ideas for pampered pussycats. Not only have we hand-picked fabulous presents for feline friends, we also have Snowshoe cat inspired gifts for owners too. From blankets to phone cases, there’s something to please everyone.
Introduction
With its striking tabby coat and long legs, the Sokoke is an energetic and friendly cat that is known to be fond of climbing – and chatting. As one of the rarest cat breeds, anyone fortunate enough to own one can consider themselves extremely lucky.
History
Developed from a feral landrace breed known as khadzonzo in Kenya, the Sokoke is a relatively new cat breed that first appeared in the late 1970s. Sharing its origins with an Arabian wildcat and an Asian domesticated cat, the Sokoke breed has maintained a “wild-looking” appearance, but is now becoming a much-sought after companion cat and family pet that is known to form strong bonds with its people.
Personality
Although friendly and known to form an almost dog-like, loyal, and life-long attachment to their people, the Sokoke is not a cuddly cat that enjoys snuggling up on a lap. They thrive on human companionship, but choose to remain slightly aloof, staying close by instead of allowing themselves to be picked up. They are active, athletic cats that love to climb, but they are well-suited to indoor life, provided they are given plenty of attention and stimulation, as they have very fine coats and prefer to stay in the warmth.
Vitals
| Height | mid-size cat around 18-21 cm at the shoulder; body length on average around 35 cm, not including the tail. |
| Weight | 2-4 kg |
| Other names | Sokoke Forest Cat, (previously African Shorthair) |
| Origin | Kenya, Denmark |
| Coat | short, slightly coarse, glossy |
| Colour | shades of brown tabby with distinctive large spots and ticks known as “African tabby”. |
| Eye Colour | green, amber |
| Life Expectancy | 15 to 20 years |
| Health Issues | there are currently no known hereditary conditions affecting the Sokoke cat. |
| Care Tips | Sokoke cats prefer to have company (feline or human) and the strong bonds they form mean they don’t do well with any changes in their family environment. Re-homing would be traumatic. Grooming: an occasional groom with a soft brush. Feeding: two meals per day of high-quality food. |