Cat Breeds

Browse our list of 50 cat breeds to find the perfect cat breed for you and then find adoptable cats and cat shelters close to you.
Cat breeds. They are an old breed that over the years has become among one of the most popular cats on the planet and for good reason. A pure bred cat is a cat whose standardised breed is not only registered to a club but who also has a pedigree that is a lineage of ancestors all belonging to this same breed. However about 98 of cats fall outside of the pure bred category. Guide to cat breeds learn about the characteristics and behaviors of your cat s breed or if you re planning on adopting which breeds may be best suited for you and your family.
Cat breeds profiles and information the cat breeds page contains links to all cat breed profiles including information and photos which are sorted alphabetically click on the cat breed title to view the full profile of the cat. One thing however is for certain. The maine coon is a large cat that originates from north eastern america. Although non shedding cats are a rarity several hypoallergenic cat breeds which are also hairless cat breeds are the exception.
You will also be able to find extensive lists of cats currently for sale in the uk from each profile page. Even within breeds cat behavior personality and sometimes appearance will vary widely. The siamese breed is also very common worldwide but they can have a very bad temper therefore they are not very recommended as indoor cats. From the other side persian breeds are said to have a very loving and very loyal personality.
Among the most common domestic breeds are the long haired cats persian and the alley cat. Genetics and environment each play a role in an animal s development and one can never be certain how a particular cat will act and react to his humans or surroundings. They include the bambino british shorthair levkoy peterbald and sphynx. The best cat breeds with the longest lifespans balinese cat long haired siamese.
All thrive on love.