Cat BreedsWant to adopt a pedigreed cat? Take a look at the different breeds of domestic catsThere are many cat breeds and types. Indeed, domestic cats come in a wide variety of shapes and forms as well as colors and sizes. Some breeds, like the Siamese or the Persian, are better known than others. And then there are the cat types, which some people confuse with actual breeds of cat. Calicos, for instance, are not a breed, but a unique cat type. Cats of different breeds will obviously have different physical characteristics. But did you know that cats from different breeds may also have different personalities and behavior patterns? Before you buy a pedigreed cat, make sure you do your due diligence. In order to find the perfect breed for you, you must inform yourself. Fortunately, there’s a lot of information about breeds out there. You can find books, websites, magazines, and organizations that have a great deal of information about each cat breed. Different breed registries have different breed standards. These organizations include: ACFA, CFA, TCA, TICA, and UFO. Their websites are very informative, so you may visit them if you want additional information. If you’re thinking about adopting a purebred cat, or just want to learn more about the different breeds and types of cats, you will find a list of the different breeds below. Breeds in alphabetical orderA
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Breeds by coat typeLong HairIf you love long-haired, furry felines, consider these beauties:
Short Hair Easier to take care of (well, relatively speaking), here's a list of the short hair breeds:
Curly Hair If you want something more exotic, check these out:
Choosing the right breedAs you can see there are many breeds of cats to choose from. So how do you choose the right breed? Before selecting a pedigreed cat, consider the following factors:
More About the Different Breeds of CatPopular feline breeds -Wondering what are the most popular breeds of felines? Here are two popularity lists. Large domestic feline breeds -Visit our page about the largest domestic breeds of cat to learn more. Non shedding cats - Check out this list about felines that shed little. Hypoallergenic cats - Allergic to cats? Read about these hypoallergenic feline breeds. More information on each individual breed will be added periodically, so check back often. To learn more about the breeding of cats:Introduction to Cat Breeding - A plain English guide for a budding cat breeder, or even an accidental one. And to learn about Ragdolls, visit... Floppycats.com - This is an informational website about floppy Ragdoll cats - specifics about their breed, other cats and much more! Do you fancy Himalayan and Persian cats? Then check out the following site: Meow House - Persian and Himalayan kittens at meow house! We are a teeny CFA breeder dedicated to bringing healthy, happy and beautiful Himalayan and Persian kittens to loving homes. Come visit us and see what all the furry fuss is about! And for further reading: --The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds by Angela Rixon --The Ultimate Guide to Cat-Breeds by Louisa Somerville These books make great gifts for cat lovers too. Gifts by Cat BreedIf you love a particular breed or type, check the links below for gift ideas:Bengal cat gifts - Find ideas inspired by the wild Bengal. Siamese cat gifts - Do you love this gorgeous cat breed? Click the link to find several gift ideas. Tuxedo cat gifts - If you love these black and white felines, you'll love the gift ideas presented here. All the colors of the rainbowAnd if you are wondering about the color of your cat, visit our cat colors page, here. If you want to learn about the beautiful white cats, click here.
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