Longevity
Life expectancy
Its life expectancy is generally between 10 and 15 years. A quality diet, a good level of physical activity, a low-stress environment and regular veterinary follow-up directly help it to age in good conditions.
Build
A robust breed?
The Egyptian Mau is rather resilient on a daily basis, provided it lives in a stable environment and does not undergo marked temperature fluctuations. Its athletic profile is an asset, but it must maintain sufficient activity to stay in shape.
Watch points
What to watch for
Vigilance focuses mainly on weight management, the quality of dental hygiene and its sensitivity to large temperature variations. Regular veterinary check-ups also make it possible to monitor overall health, vaccination and body condition throughout life.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy : Certain feline lines are predisposed to this heart muscle disease, hence the value of monitoring and, depending on the origins, screening.
Chronic kidney disease : Common in older cats, it warrants monitoring appetite, thirst, and regular blood tests.
Periodontal disease : Tartar and gum inflammation are common and require consistent oral and dental hygiene.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
The Egyptian Mau tolerates sudden changes in temperature rather poorly. It appreciates a temperate environment and must be protected both from intense heat and from pronounced cold, especially if it lives mainly indoors.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
This active cat must not be overfed. A ration adapted to its weight, its age and its level of exercise, combined with games and opportunities to climb and run, helps prevent overweight.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Monitor their weight and body condition throughout the year.
- Brush their teeth or establish an appropriate oral hygiene routine.
- Protect them from extreme heat and sudden chills.
Vaccination
Egyptian Mau vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Egyptian Mau? Like all dogs, the Egyptian Mau receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Egyptian Mau is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Egyptian Mau vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Egyptian Mau?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Egyptian Mau
An annual veterinary check-up is recommended, with particular attention paid to weight, dentition, vaccination and screening for common cat problems according to age and lifestyle. In a senior subject, renal and metabolic monitoring becomes more important.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
