Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short, smooth, lustrous, close to body Color: seal point, blue point, white paws Temperament: needs to be with people, loving, should be kept indoors, playful The Snowshoe is December’s Cat of the Month The Snowshoe got its name because of its 4 white paws. This cat […]
Cat Breeds
Cat breeds differ from each other in coat length and overall look, but don’t vary much in size. The breeds are customarily divided into long hair and short hair breeds. Some of the breeds came into being through natural evolution, while others were cultivated by humans trying to get a specific look.
Pedigreed cats are not just about looks; they will have a personality specific to their breed. When choosing to adopt a pedigreed cat, determine whether this personality fits your lifestyle and your personality. Also take into account that long haired cats require more grooming than the short haired breeds.
Purebred cats can be purchased from a reputable breeder or at a cat show. There are also breed specific rescues. After you’ve chosen the breed that’s right for you, you can check out PetFinder.com to find one in your area.
Check out the cat breeds below. If you’d like someone to add a breed that isn’t listed, create the page. Someone will fill it in for you!
Siberian
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Russia Coat Type: medium long, soft Color: All colors of cat Temperament: very loyal, affectionate, intelligent <comments/> Where does the Siberian come from? The Siberian cat was brought to the U.S. around 1990. It is difficult to obtain information from Russia as to the Siberian’s origin. It has a lot […]
Siamese
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Thailand (once Siam) Coat Type: short, fine, close to body Color: point colors – seal, chocolate, blue, lilac, all on light color body Temperament: talkative, extrovert, playful, active, sometimes independent Where do Siamese cats come from? While there are many stories surrounding the exact origins of the Siamese, they are […]
Serengeti
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short and smooth Color: yellow to gold, gray and silver, all with black spots and solid black Temperament: affectionate, gentle, intelligent, good with all humans and pets April’s Cat of the Month Although the Serengeti looks like a wildcat, it’s a very gentle American breed. Where […]
Persian
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Iran (Persia) Coat Type: silky, long fur with soft undercoat Color: solid, silver & golden, shaded & smoke, tabby, bicolor & particolor Temperament: calm, quiet, affectionate, gets along with other pets Where does the Persian come from? The Persian cat is originally from Iran, once known as Persia. There may […]
Selkirk Rex
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short or long, soft, thick, loose curls Color: All colors of cat Temperament: very affectionate, playful, loves people Where does the Selkirk Rex come from? Thanks to the breeding efforts of Jeri Newman of Montana, a Persian breeder, the Selkirk Rex was developed. In 1987, when […]
Scottish Fold
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: China, Scotland Coat Type: All colors of cat Color: Siamese-like colors & markings Temperament: affectionate, loyal, loves people, good with children & other pets Where does the Scottish Fold come from? It seems a cat with folded ears was brought to Europe from China by an English sailor in the […]
Savannah
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short, smooth Color: browns, silvers, black all with spots or marbling Temperament: intelligent, can be trained like dogs, good with children & other pets Where does the Savannah come from? The Savannah is a cross between a serval and a domestic cat. This rare breed was […]
Munchkin
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short & long-haired varieties Color: many varieties including points Temperament: loving, sociable, playful, good with children & other pets Where does the Munchkin come from? There were short-legged cats found in Europe, but attempts to breed them failed. Munchkins are a U.S. breed. In Louisiana, Sandra […]
Mexican Domestic Cat
What is the origin of the Mexican Domestic Cat? The Mexican Domestic Cat was brought to Mexico by the Spanish Conquistadors and is one of the first natural breeds. It was recognized in Mexico in 1978. This cat is an excellent hunter. What does the Mexican Domestic Cat look like? The Mexican Domestic is medium-sized […]