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How to care for abyssinian cats
Have a new cat screened for common diseases.
When adopting a cat or kitten, have it looked over immediately for general health and breed-specific ailments. As a breed, the abyssinian cat is prone to various diseases.
This does not mean your abyssinian will come down with a disease, as it may well live out a healthy disease-free life. However, it is wise to keep these tendencies in mind in case a problem arises.