Abyssinian Kittens
One of the oldest known cat breeds — slender, alert, and shimmering with every step.
Why an Abyssinian?
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A Coat That Shimmers
The signature ticked coat carries several bands of color per hair — the effect looks like it moves with the cat.
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Endlessly Curious
Abyssinians investigate anything new in the house before you've finished unpacking it, and bond closely with their people.
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Warm, Natural Tones
Ruddy, red, blue, and fawn — minimal patterning, where the color itself is the pattern.
Meet the parents
Families choose a kitten by its parents — so here are ours. Every kitten comes from our own home-raised, health-tested Abyssinians.
Alisa
Blue
The Abyssinian at a glance
One of the oldest known cat breeds, the Abyssinian is sleek, athletic and endlessly curious — with a ticked coat that seems to glow in the light. Elegant to look at, easy to live with, and deeply devoted to its people.
Coat
Short, silky and ticked — each hair carries bands of color. Low-maintenance grooming: an easy-care breed for busy households.
Size
Medium, slender and athletic, with long legs and graceful, balanced lines.
Personality
Intelligent, playful and people-oriented. They love to be part of everything you do — without being overly demanding.
Lifespan
Typically 12–15 years with good care.
Abyssinian kittens at Bimini Cats
From our recent photoshoot.
How an Abyssinian kitten grows
Abyssinian kittens change a lot as they grow. Here's what to expect.
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Birth to 3 weeks
Eyes open, first wobbly steps and lots of time with mom. Kittens are gently handled every day from the very start.
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3 to 12 weeks — the ticking comes in
Abyssinian kittens are often born darker, and their signature ticked coat develops gradually as they grow.
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10 to 12 weeks — ready for home
Kittens go home once they're healthy, litter-box trained, confident and well socialized — usually at 10 to 12 weeks.
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The first year and beyond
The coat keeps maturing: color warms and the ticking becomes more even — many Abyssinians reach their full coat color at around 18 months.
Don't worry if a young Abyssinian looks darker or less even than the adults in our photos — that signature glow develops with age.
How They're Raised
Raised in our home, not a cage bank
Every Abyssinian kitten grows up inside our home with daily handling and interaction, so the curious, people-oriented temperament the breed is known for is already there by the time you meet them.
A Look Inside Our Cattery
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Certifications & Health
Our breeding cats come from carefully selected bloodlines imported from Europe and Canada.
CFA Registered
Our Abyssinians are registered with CFA, and Bimini Cats is a TICA-registered cattery.
Health-Tested Parents
Every breeding cat tests negative on UC Davis DNA panels for FIV/FeLV, PK-Deficiency and PRA-b, and is screened for HCM by a veterinary cardiologist.
Vet-Checked Before They Go Home
Every kitten is examined and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations.
What Abyssinian families say
“We got a beautiful ruddy Abyssinian from Lana — quite possibly the best cat we've ever owned. Her kittens are so well-socialized before they leave.”
“I did a LOT of research about Abyssinians and breeders before deciding to join Bimini's waiting list…”
“We've had Abyssinians for more than twenty years. Our experience with Lana was the best yet…”
“Excellent service! We got Abyssinian and Bengal kittens from BiminiCats. The process of adoption was smooth and easy.”
“She was perfectly healthy, litter box trained…”
“ Abyssinians follow you from room to room — if you want a cat that keeps to itself, this one will find you anyway. ”
— Lana, Bimini Cats
Have a question? Talk to Lana directly
We reply personally — choose whatever is easiest for you.
FAQ
Are Abyssinians good with dogs, other cats and kids?
Yes. Abyssinians get along well with dogs of any breed, with other cats and with children — they're social and love being where the action is.
Are Abyssinians hypoallergenic?
No cat is 100% hypoallergenic, and no honest breeder can guarantee it — every person reacts differently. If allergies are a concern, tell us and we'll talk it through honestly.
Do Abyssinians shed a lot?
Less than most short-haired breeds — their fine, ticked coat needs minimal grooming, though they still benefit from an occasional brush.
What's the difference between males and females?
There's no difference in personality — both are affectionate, playful companions. The main difference is size: males are bigger and more muscular.
Does filling out the form commit me to anything?
No — the form simply starts the conversation. We'll get to know you, answer your questions and personally walk you through how reserving a kitten works before anything is decided.
What health guarantees do you offer?
Every kitten comes from genetically tested, health-screened parents. We'll walk you through documentation and what's covered when we talk.
Do you deliver, or do we pick up?
We're based in Brooklyn, NY and place kittens with families across the East Coast — New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. We'll figure out what works for your location together.
Ready to meet an Abyssinian kitten?
Tell us a bit about your home and we'll be in touch personally.