Is the Sokoke good for you?
- 1The Sokoke cat is independent yet social, often translating to a cat that follows you around.
- 2Sokoke cats are very intelligent and respond well to training, even enjoying walks on a leash.
- 3The Sokoke likes to interact with people and use their voice.
HISTORY
Since the Sokoke was discovered and not bred, it is impossible to peg down exactly how this breed came to be. We know that they were first domesticated in 1978 by British/Kenyan farmer Jeni Slater, who found a litter of wild Sokoke kittens on her plantation in Kenya. After a few generations of breeding, the Sokoke was sent off to Denmark in 1984. Known as the Khadzonzo to Kenyan natives, meaning come pretty one, this breed has been a stunning addition to the domestic cat family for almost 30 years now.
Quick Facts
Size
Medium
Lifespan
Average of 15 years
Hair Length
Short
Litter Size
An average of 4 kittens
Male Weight
6 - 11 pounds
Female Weight
6 - 11 pounds
Personality
The Sokoke is a sensitive, smart, playful, loving breed that has a great respect for the family dynamic. They observe their people to assess where they stand on the familial totem pole, and are quick to bend their knee, as it were. While they are no lap cat, they do crave your attention, laying at your feet until their belly has been suitably pet. Still carrying with them some of their wild ways, the Sokoke is going to want to chase and be chased, making them a very active cat and not suitable for a sedated household. .
Color
The Sokoke can come in any shade of brown tabby, with the unique, wild pattern they are known for.
Health Concerns
As Sokoke cats lack undercoat they are prone to chills and infections.
Appearance
The Sokoke sets themselves apart from other breeds by being one of the most wild looking cats around. Their unique patterning and coloring make them easily identifiable, with their combination of spots and stripes. They are of medium build, with longer hind legs, giving them a fast, sleek frame. They are stunningly muscular, giving them the power to jump up on pretty much any surface in your house. All things considered, this is probably the closest you can get to having an actual wild cat living in your house (unless you are Siegfried or Roy).