Serengeti Cats
All the Wild Beauty. None of the Wild Blood.
Stormypoint Serengetis is a small, family‑run cattery dedicated to preserving and promoting one of the rarest domestic cat breeds in the world. With an estimated global population of only a few hundred individuals, the Serengeti is a truly unique and extraordinary breed.
Created in 1994 by conservation biologist Karen Sausman, the Serengeti was developed to resemble the African Serval while remaining entirely domestic. Sausman achieved this by crossing the Bengal with the Oriental Shorthair, answering a bold question: Can you create a cat that looks wild, without using any wild blood? The result is a cat with all the exotic beauty of a Serval and none of the wild genetics. The breed is recognized and shown in TICA as an Advanced New Breed.
I first discovered the Serengeti in 2019 while browsing the TICA website and immediately fell in love. After extensive research and conversations with the breed’s founder, I made the decision to reintroduce the Serengeti to Canada. In 2020, I acquired my first foundation cats: Simba, our Bengal stud, and Tilly, our Oriental queen. A few months later, I imported Freya, a stunning Serengeti queen from Ukraine, marking a major milestone in establishing our breeding program.
Appearance
The Serengeti is a medium‑sized, statuesque cat with exceptionally long legs — the longest of any domestic breed — giving it a graceful, upright posture. Their large, round‑tipped ears create the unmistakable silhouette of a wild African cat. Males typically weigh 10–15 lbs, while females range from 8–12 lbs.
Their coat is usually clear yellow to gold with distinct, widely spaced black spots. The stomach and chin may be lighter in color. Because melanistic Servals exist in nature, Serengetis may also appear in cold grey with black spots, silver with black spots, or even solid black.
Temperament
Beyond their dramatic appearance, Serengetis are known for their confident, social, and affectionate nature. Often nicknamed “Velcro cats”, they bond closely with their owners, are vocal, active, and love to climb and play. When properly introduced, they adapt well to other pets. Unlike Savannah cats, Serengetis are legal everywhere — no bans, no special permits, and no exotic animal restrictions.
Our Commitment
At Stormypoint Serengetis, our goal is to produce beautiful, healthy, high‑quality, and exceptionally friendly Serengeti cats that remain true to the breed standard. Our cats are raised within our home and are well socialized with children and dogs, ensuring they grow into confident, affectionate companions.