Why are Egyptian Mau so rare?

Egyptian Mau cats are considered rare for several reasons. Compared to more common breeds, relatively few breeders specialize in Egyptian Maus. This limited breeding pool contributes to their rarity. Although the breed has ancient roots, the modern development of the Egyptian Mau is relatively recent. The breed was established in the mid-20th century and has not had as much time to proliferate as some other breeds.