Abyssinian Size: How Big Do Abyssinians Get? (Weight Chart)

Breed ranges are a guide, not a target: a healthy body shape matters more than the number on the scale. Last reviewed October 9, 2026.

How big do Abyssinians get?

Breed registries and vet sources don't agree exactly, so here is what each one says about adult weight:

Source	Males	Females
TICA	7–12 lb (the text also says 8–10 lb)	6–9 lb (the text also says 6–7 lb)
VCA	8–10 lb (all adults)	8–10 lb (all adults)
Purina	7–10 lb	6–8 lb

Based on these figures, the size checker uses 7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg) for males and 6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg) for females. Ranges a source gives for all adults are shown for reference.

When do Abyssinians stop growing?

Breed registries don't give a separate age for Abyssinians. Like most cats, they are usually close to adult size at about 12 months, and some keep filling out a little after that.

There is no published month-by-month growth chart for Abyssinian kittens from a breed registry or vet source, so we don't print one. For the first months, compare your kitten with the kitten growth chart, and use the kitten feeding chart to see how much to feed.

Abyssinian size facts

CFA describes the Abyssinian as a medium-sized shorthaired cat with an arched neck and a lithe yet muscular feel.
TICA says Abyssinians are surprisingly heavy for how slim they look.

Abyssinian size compared with other breeds

Breed	Males	Females	Full size by
Savannah	11–25 lb	same range	about 3 years
Maine Coon	12–22 lb	9–15 lb	3–5 years
Ragdoll	15–20 lb	10–15 lb	about 4 years
Siberian	12–20 lb	8–12 lb	3–5 years
Bengal	9–18 lb	6–12 lb	about 2 years
British Shorthair	10–18 lb	8–15 lb	3–5 years
Norwegian Forest Cat	10–18 lb	8–12 lb	up to 5 years
Russian Blue	7–15 lb	5–8 lb	about 1 year*
Siamese	8–15 lb	5–12 lb	about 1 year*
Exotic Shorthair	7–14 lb	6–10 lb	about 1 year*
Persian	9–14 lb	7–11 lb	about 1 year*
Scottish Fold	7–13 lb	6–10 lb	about 1 year*
Abyssinian	7–12 lb	6–9 lb	about 1 year*
Sphynx	8–12 lb	6–10 lb	about 1 year*
Average house cat	8–12 lb		about 1 year

Weights are the overall ranges from the breed sources on each page. *No breed-specific age given; most cats reach adult size at about 12 months. The average house cat weighs about 8–12 lb (PetMD).

Questions people ask

How big do Abyssinians get?

Males usually weigh 7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg) and females 6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg).

How much should a male Abyssinian weigh?

Sources give 7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg) for adult males. Your cat's body shape matters more than the number: use the cat weight calculator to check its body condition.

How much should a female Abyssinian weigh?

Sources give 6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg) for adult females. Females are usually smaller than males.

When is an Abyssinian full grown?

Usually at about 12 months, like most cats. Breed registries don't give a separate age.

Is my Abyssinian overweight?

Breed ranges are wide, so check body shape instead: you should be able to feel the ribs easily and see a waist from above. The cat weight calculator uses the 9-point body condition score to estimate your cat's ideal weight.

How much should I feed an Abyssinian?

Base it on your cat's ideal weight and activity, not the breed. The cat food calculator turns that into calories and cans or cups.

Abyssinian size

How big do Abyssinians get?

When do Abyssinians stop growing?

Abyssinian size facts

Abyssinian size compared with other breeds

Questions people ask

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