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Oldest cat breeds in the world
Some cats have been living with humans for over a thousand years. Let’s meet the oldest ones.
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One of the oldest breeds ever, the Egyptian Mau may have lived 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt.
Egyptian Mau
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Also about 4,000 years old, Abyssinians are another ancient breed.
Abyssinian
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This fluffy cat was around during Viking times. Brought on ships, it’s believed to have reached Norway over 1,000 years ago.
Norwegian Forest Cat
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Famous for its short tail, this breed has existed for about 1,000 years.
Japanese Bobtail
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This cat with big golden eyes may have come from Syria in the 1200s.
Chartreux
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Siamese cats come from Thailand and date back to the 14th century.
Siamese
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