The General Pinned Every Medal on His Coat. The Abyssinian Earned Them All.
General Ember has won every campaign he cared about, and the medals prove it. A cinnamon Abyssinian cat sits tall in a dark navy uniform with a high collar, thick gold epaulettes on both shoulders, and a red sash crossing his chest. Rows of gold and enamel medals shine against the dark cloth. His golden eyes are focused and calm, his huge ears alert, and a faint haze of candlelight glows behind him in the dark room. His fur has the warm, finely flecked look of rich spice.
Abyssinians are among the most active of cat breeds, with an athletic build and a love of climbing, leaping, and exploring. They tend to be curious and sociable, and often enjoy interactive toys, puzzle feeders, and tall perches by a window. A bored Abyssinian can invent its own entertainment, usually involving the top of your bookshelf, so plenty of vertical space and daily play is helpful. As with any cat, regular vet visits and a good diet matter more than any pedigree.
A military portrait is meant to show strength, and this one does it with a steady gaze and perfect posture. Still, no medal here looks as impressive as those big, listening ears. If the general ever gives an order, it will almost certainly involve treats and a sunny windowsill. Even a general deserves a quiet afternoon after so many hard-won victories.
