Facts About Popular Cat Breeds
With so many different cat breeds out there it can be difficult trying to decipher between them and figure out which breed is the best for you or you and your family. So to make things a little bit easier, let's take a look at some facts about popular cat breeds and then you figure out which breed will fit best with families.
The Persian cat
· The Persian has been voted one of the most popular types of cats among people and families.
· They are most notably known for their thick and luxurious coat
· They are a quiet and relaxed pet and very affectionate and loyal animals.
· They are also well known for their beauty as well as their quiet temperament.
· They make great pets and can adapt to their environment easily.
· They are a vocal breed and are accepting of other animals in the family.
The Persian is one of the most popular cats.
The Maine Coon
· The Maine Coon cat has a long, thick, coat and was named the coon because many thought it was half raccoon.
· The Maine Coon is one of the biggest domestic cat breeds. Males can weigh between 12 and 18 pounds while females can weigh between 10 and 14 pounds.
· They are gentle and loving, but fairly sturdy and can withstand a playful young child.
· They do not require much grooming
Exotic
· The exotic was originally developed by breeders of the American Shorthair. They wanted to increase and improve the range of color so they introduced the Persian into some American Shorthair breeding programs. Thus they are much like Persians only with shorter hair.
· The exotic is known for their easy maintenance, teddy bear look, and beautiful eyes.
· They are soft spoken, gentle, affectionate, loyal, and usually very calm and peaceful.
· They are also playful in nature but do not demand your attention. This is why they make such great family pets.
· As far as temperament goes, breeders say that exotic kittens are the first to do everything. They open their eyes sooner, walk sooner, and wean earlier.
· They are very intelligent and a little more mischievous than their Persian cousin.
The Siamese
· Siamese cats were originally found among royal families of Siam. They were loved because of their elegance and beauty.
· They are as well known for their personality as their beauty. They are people oriented cats that love attention.
· They are inquisitive in nature and have a demanding personality of attention. They would enjoy playing with you all day long if you had the time.
· They make great companions and will adore you, are loyal, and a great cat breed.
· They are quite talkative yet calm breed. Sometimes it depends on their owner, as they tend to be as talkative or as quite as their human companions are.
· They are slim and athletic with short fur that lies close to their skin.
· They are not friendly with strangers; in fact they have been voted the least friendly cat with strangers.
· Although they can be highly mischievous they can also be highly entertaining.
The Abyssinian
· No one quite knows where the Abyssinian breed originated from but that they have certainly made their mark on cat fanciers around the world.
· The Aby is a wild and exotic looking cat with wide set ears and almond shaped eyes.
· They are said to be the most intelligent and loyal cat breed around.
· They love to be around you while still remaining active and playful into their later years.
· They love climbing on things and playing in water.
· They make great family pets and companions. They get along well with children and also other animals.
· They are very expressive and talk using their voice and body language.
These are just the top five most popular cat breeds. Since there are several other breeds out there you may want to do a little research of your own if none of these seem to meet your fancy. Hopefully these facts about popular cat breed will help you in your search for your perfect cat.
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