Cat Breeds

This is an Uncommon Kitty! Your best kitty friend senses your moods, is curious about your day, and has purred her way into your heart. Chances are that you chose her because you like Abyssinians (sometimes called “Abys”) and you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle, like: Alert, curious, and…

A Mixed Meow If a Mixed Breed cat is part of your family, you can expect her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle, like: May meow to communicate with you Lively, with a friendly personality Agile, sturdy, and athletic However, no cat is perfect! You may have also noticed these characteristics: Can…

More than just a Common Housecat American Shorthair cats have been a part of American families since the arrival of the earliest pioneers. You can expect from this kitty: Has a quiet or soft voice Excellent companion and independent Even-tempered – adapts to a wide variety of environments Take care of your American Shorthair by…

The Purr-fect Persian Persian cats are nearly universally recognizable. Chances are that you chose her because you like Persians (sometimes called “Longhairs”) and you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle, like: Good with children and other pets Has a quiet or soft voice Affectionate, easygoing, and sweet Don’t forget what…

Birmans, or “Mitted Cats” Your cat is special! She senses your moods, is curious about your day, and has purred her way into your heart. Chances are that you chose her because you like Birmans and you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle, like: Might “chirrup” or trill her meows…

What a Doll! Sometimes, the Ragdoll will let you cuddle her, just like a doll! This means she’s got traits like: Good with children and other pets Mild-mannered and easy to get along with Docile and devoted But she definitely has some maintenance needs to consider: Long coat needs to be brushed regularly Can become…

A Mixed Bag of a Mixed Breed In both appearance and personality, the Exotic Shorthair cat is easy to love. Her traits include: A quiet or soft voice A lively, friendly personality Good with children and other pets Loyal and loving companion She will have some needs you should know about: People-oriented and should not…

Not a Siamese! Don’t confuse this cat with a Siamese. The Shorthaired Oriental is a breed of its own, with traits like: Energetic and playful A good companion and pet Good with children and other pets Loves jumping and being in high places May remain playful as a kitten throughout her life However, she will…

What a Unique Breed! Your cat is special! She senses your moods, is curious about your day, and has purred her way into your heart. Chances are that you chose her because you like Maine Coons (sometimes called “Coon Cats”) and you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle, like: Gentle-mannered…

So Striking! The Siamese cat is iconic, with loveable traits like: May meow to communicate with you Energetic and playful A good companion and pet Good with children and other pets Has a short, easy-to-care-for coat Highly intelligent and able to learn tricks She’ll make sure to grab your attention in certain ways: Very talkative,…

Your Cat and Her Quirks Not everyone finds the Sphynx (or “Hairless Cat”) so endearing. But we know you’ll love her because she is: Devoted and loyal Playful, especially with “chase” games Quirky, with an entertaining personality A jumper who loves being in high places Social – enjoys the company of other cats and people…