The Australian Mist is a charming medium-sized cat with a rounded head and large, expressive eyes. This breed is well-balanced in body and build, boasting a pretty and exceptionally friendly face. Their coat is short, dense, and glossy, with all patterns appearing soft and somewhat blurred into the background color, creating a unique appearance. Australian Mist cats typically have green eyes of varying shades.

• Life Span  15 - 18 years.
• Average Weight   4.0kg to 7.0kg
• Colours   Chocolate, Lilac, Cinnamon, Fawn, Brown, Blue, and Caramel, with the option for marbled or spotted patterns.

1. Ideal for novice cat owners
2. Loves playing games and is lively at home
3. Playful and inquisitive feline
4. Social and affectionate companion
5. Moderately vocal cat
6. Medium-sized cat breed
7. Requires daily grooming
8. Benefits from both indoor and outdoor environments
9. Excellent choice for families
10. Can be left alone for short periods
11. Perfect for a calm and tranquil home

Australian Mist cats may be prone to the following health conditions:

• Pyruvate kinase deficiency: A disease causing anemia (death of red blood cells).
• Progressive retinal atrophy: An inherited disorder resulting in the degeneration and wasting away of part of the eye, potentially leading to blindness.
• Burmese head defect: A condition where the face and skull do not form correctly.

Testing is available for Australian Mist:

• DNA testing for pyruvate kinase deficiency, progressive retinal atrophy, and Burmese head defect to determine whether a cat has the potential to be affected by these conditions.

The Australian Mist, also known as the "Spotted Mist," is a medium-sized cat breed developed in Australia. These cats are characterized by their friendly, affectionate, and sociable nature. With their blue, chocolate, and gold peach coat colors, they exhibit a unique and captivating appearance. The Australian Mist's personality is playful and energetic, making them excellent companions for families and individuals alike.

They are adaptable and easygoing, often forming strong bonds with their human companions. While not excessively vocal, they may communicate with soft and gentle vocalizations. Intelligent and trainable, Australian Mist cats enjoy mental stimulation and benefit from interactive toys and puzzle games. Despite their charming traits, Australian Mists may be prone to certain health issues. Nonetheless, they are highly valued by cat fanciers for their delightful temperament and striking appearance.

• Family-friendly: 5/5
• Playfulness: 5/5
• Intelligence: 4/5
• Tendency to Vocalize:  3/5
• Likes Other Pets: 3/5
• Grooming needs: 4/5
• Shedding: 1/5

Country of Origin: Australia

Other Names: Spotted Mist

The Australian Mist is a short-haired cat breed developed in Australia during the 1970s. This breed originated from the crossbreeding of Burmese, Abyssinian, and domestic shorthair cats, resulting in a cat with a distinctive spotted coat, which led to its initial name, Spotted Mist. As the breed evolved, additional coat patterns, including marbled coats, were recognized, prompting a name change to Australian Mist in 1998. Although there are currently few Australian Mist cats in the UK and Europe, the breed is gaining popularity, and breeders are striving for its recognition by cat fancy organizations.

The Australian Mist cat is known for its affectionate, friendly personality. Highly sociable, they enjoy interacting with people, other pets, and are especially good with children. These cats retain a playful nature throughout their lives, relishing games and activities that stimulate their minds and bodies. Adaptable and gentle, they thrive in various living environments and are generally non-aggressive, making them an excellent choice for families. Their intelligence allows them to be trained to perform tricks and follow commands, and they appreciate toys that challenge them mentally. Loyal and loving, Australian Mist cats often form strong bonds with their owners and enjoy spending time with them.

The Australian Mist will enjoy games with cat toys, balls, cat spring toys, and more. They also appreciate an hour on your lap watching TV or "helping" with your paperwork. Whether it's taking a nap on your lap or playing a game of "Cat rope toy," spending time with you is one of the most important aspects of their life.

Every cat is unique, with its own specific likes, dislikes, and dietary needs. The Australian Mist breed, known for its large eyes and coats in colors such as blue chocolate, brown blue, gold, and peach, is no exception. As carnivores, Australian Mist cats must obtain 41 different and specific nutrients from their food. The proportion of these nutrients varies based on age, lifestyle, and overall health, so a growing, energetic kitten of the Australian Mist breed needs a different nutrient balance than a less active senior cat. It's also important to feed the right quantity of food to maintain an ideal body condition, following feeding guidelines, and to cater to individual preferences for wet or dry food recipes. Cat fanciers and breeders developing the Australian Mist must consider these dietary needs to ensure the health and well-being of the breed.

Grooming the Australian Mist once a week by brushing through the coat down to the skin will keep them in top condition and provide extra bonding time. A greasy coat indicates that your cat is not self-grooming, which could signal poor health.

Like all cats, the Australian Mist requires regular vaccinations and parasite control.

The Australian Mist thrives in a relaxed family environment, especially when someone is home most of the time, as they are very people-oriented. They are best suited to calm families with children who are old enough to understand and respect a cat's space.