If you are owned by a cat you will most definitely agree that cats rule. Polls taken recently agree too. America has ditched the dog as man's best friend and chosen the cat to replace it. There are more cat "condos" in the US than dog houses. They are very easy to be owned and far more intelligent than people give them credit for.
So what breeds have been taking over? The domestic shorthair is not really a breed. It is the mutt of the cat world. Mutts tend to be healthy and long lived and they come is all sizes and colors. Some even look similar to purebred cats.
Some of my favorite breeds are the Rexes, Bengals and Siamese. Research in America shows that only one of my faves makes the top of the list. The list changes from time to time but the favorites stay at the top. *
* Persians tend to be at the top of every list. They have pushed in faces and very long hair. Daily grooming is a must. * Exotics are nothing more than short haired Persians. They tend to shed quite a bit so daily grooming should be done. * Maine Coons are the lovers of the cat world. Don't let their long coats worry you. They need minimum grooming but love the attention it brings them. Their ear tufts and manes are especially stunning. * Siamese can be talkers. They love to chat with their people and have lots to say. Their ears, nose, feet and tails have points of deeper color. They have two head shapes: one is round and one is long and lean. * Abyssinians are known for their cool fur. They have ticking on them. They are long, lean, intelligent and have bright eyes. * Ragdolls are highly favored among families. They are known for an even temperament and can grow to be 20 pounds. * Birmans are similar to Siamese with long hair and sturdier bodies. Of course, the blue eyes are gorgeous.
Even though we generalize the traits of these cats you need to spend time seeing what breed of cat would fit best in your family. You want to be sure there is a perfect match. Remember that shelters and rescues have up to 50% purebreds turned in so you never have to go to a breeder. You new family member is waiting for you right now!
So what breeds have been taking over? The domestic shorthair is not really a breed. It is the mutt of the cat world. Mutts tend to be healthy and long lived and they come is all sizes and colors. Some even look similar to purebred cats.
Some of my favorite breeds are the Rexes, Bengals and Siamese. Research in America shows that only one of my faves makes the top of the list. The list changes from time to time but the favorites stay at the top. *
* Persians tend to be at the top of every list. They have pushed in faces and very long hair. Daily grooming is a must. * Exotics are nothing more than short haired Persians. They tend to shed quite a bit so daily grooming should be done. * Maine Coons are the lovers of the cat world. Don't let their long coats worry you. They need minimum grooming but love the attention it brings them. Their ear tufts and manes are especially stunning. * Siamese can be talkers. They love to chat with their people and have lots to say. Their ears, nose, feet and tails have points of deeper color. They have two head shapes: one is round and one is long and lean. * Abyssinians are known for their cool fur. They have ticking on them. They are long, lean, intelligent and have bright eyes. * Ragdolls are highly favored among families. They are known for an even temperament and can grow to be 20 pounds. * Birmans are similar to Siamese with long hair and sturdier bodies. Of course, the blue eyes are gorgeous.
Even though we generalize the traits of these cats you need to spend time seeing what breed of cat would fit best in your family. You want to be sure there is a perfect match. Remember that shelters and rescues have up to 50% purebreds turned in so you never have to go to a breeder. You new family member is waiting for you right now!
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