Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian

Same fields, side by side: weight, lifespan, grooming load, energy and known health risks.

	Arabian Mau	Abyssinian
Weight	8–15 lb (3.5–7 kg); males clearly larger	3-5 kg, females smaller
Length	Body 16–20 in (41–51 cm), tail 12–14 in	Body 30-40 cm; long tapering tail
Lifespan	12–15 years	12-15 years
Typical price	$500–$1,500 where available; rarely sold outside the Gulf and Europe	US$800-2,000
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