Stately and majestic, the Serval with its noble carriage, oversize ears, mile-long legs, and striking, jet-black spots nestled in a lush butternut coat is sheer magic. Once you’ve seen just one Serval, you’ll know why the Savannah was created. No other hybrid can come close to fulfilling the drama and yearning for breathtaking, wild elegance!
A Serval / domestic feline cross, the Savannah or Sahara cat is the largest hybrid cat available today. Smaller and more manageable than a Serval, males range from 15 to 30 pounds depending on generation, females from 9 to 17 pounds. However, because of their tall, lanky, attenuated body type, even the lightest weight Savannah appears much larger and heavier than it actually is.
Perhaps, over and above size, is the extraordinary Savannah cat personality. Bright, inventive, intelligent, even ingenious, playful, charming, and intensely energetic, the personable Savannah cat is very dog-like. Readily trainable, most love to play fetch, ride in cars, and relish outdoor walks on a leash. Actually, a Savannah can be very much like a water-loving dog who’ll wrestle you for the garden hose, splash around in your morning shower, or wade through your bathwater. And their ability to leap straight up into the air is awesome.
Because Savannahs have so much energy they usually tend to tire out other pets, quickly looking for a new playmate or another form of entertainment. Savannahs cohabitate well with other pets and assume the role of an Alpha cat without much of a challenge from other family cats. Many ask if a Savannah cat will get along well with the family dog; the answer is YES! Dogs make wonderful playmates for the Savannah. Because of their intelligence and energy level, it seems Savannahs would rather befriend the family dog than other pets.
Some owners have reported their Savannahwaits at the door for them to arrive home. Some Savannahshave even figured out how to open doors! Once home, Savannahsenjoy being with their owners, usually following them from room to room as they go about their business. For additional Savannah cat information, read the FAQ’s page.
Unlike owning a Serval, no permits are needed to own a Savannah. Savannahs require no special care beyond the care you would give a domestic house cat. Since they don’t require a special diet, we recommend high quality, dry food. Savannahs use a litter box. And they make ideal house pets, getting along well with other pets and children.
Savannah cat information.
Exotic Cattery has F1, F2, F3, F4, and F5 kittens ranging from 65% to 5% Serval. Sterile until the 4th/5th generation, male Savannahs are available as pets only. Females of all generations are fertile. Most can be purchased as pets or purchased with breeding rights for an additional fee. Achieving extraordinary beauty is not an easy task.
Savannah cat information
You can learn more about the different generations on the Which Cat is Right for You page.