Ragdoll, Siberian cat or maybe maine coon? There are many different cat breeds and the choice can be difficult for those who are about to buy a cat. We help you choose – here you will find 13 cute and popular breeds.
Anyone who is eager to get a cat has a lot to think about. A cat lives a long time – some for more than 15 years, it needs supervision, love and care and it costs money. Are you aware of this, the next question comes: which cat suits you?
Cats are different, and there are currently 48 approved breeds, according to SVERAK (Swedish Cat Clubs’ National Association). They are long-haired and short-haired, narrow and round, short-nosed and long-tailed, larger and smaller, sociable and playful … We have collected 13 popular cat breeds. Find out which one suits you best!
1. Ragdoll – a calm, big and cuddly cat
Temperament
Ragdoll is the most popular of all cat breeds. It is a curious, calm and quiet breed with an even temperament. Ragdoll has a tendency to completely relax when you lift it, which has given it its name – ragdoll is rag doll in English.
To live with
Ragdoll gets along well with his family members and would like to spend time with his family and cuddle with his master or mistress.
Characteristics
The ragdoll is a large and strong cat with a long muscular body, strong neck, medium-high muscular legs and round paws with tassels. The coat is long and silky and the eyes are blue and oval, while the ears are wide apart and have rounded tops. The tail is long and bushy. Ragdoll moves rocking, which is probably due to the fact that it goes wide apart with its hind legs.
2. Siberian cat – social and active
Temperament
Siberian cat is an intelligent, curious, social and easy to learn breed. It has a nice temperament and is often talkative.
To live with
The Siberian cat happily follows its family on its heels. For this reason, the breed is sometimes described as dog-like. In addition, it is active and likes to climb, play and jump. It feels best from activation and company and is best suited for you who have the opportunity to spend a lot of time with the cat and activate with toys.
Characteristics
Siberian cat is strong and muscular with large, round paws, long tail and short, strong neck. The coat is very dense, but relatively short on the back and long around the neck, chest and hind legs. The coat feels slightly hard to the touch. The tail is covered with strong hairs. The Siberian cat’s ears are medium-sized and have round tips with tassels.
3. Maine Coon – very sociable breed
Temperament
Maine coon is a curious and easy-to-learn cat that has a stable and pleasant temperament. Although the cat can sometimes look very tough, it is very kind and friendly.
To live with
Maine coon is a very sociable breed that loves master and mistress, likes to be with them everywhere and see what they have in mind, and easily adapts to environments as long as it has room for exercise.
Characteristics
The Maine Coon is large, muscular and broad-shouldered. It can be felt larger than it is due to the long and rectangular body and the long tail. Its bushy tail is broad at the base and tapering, the eyes are large and placed far apart and the ears sit high on the head and are wide at the base and have a tassel on the tip. The coat is silky and half-long, dense and thick, but shorter on the shoulders and head and longer on the back and hind legs.
4. Norwegian forest cat – stylish breed that fits as an indoor cat
Temperament
Norwegian forest cat is a beautiful, handsome and friendly breed that likes to chat, but without being loud. It is loving and affectionate. In the soul, it is still a hunter, chasing its toys as if they were real. Several times a day it patrols to make sure everything is fine.
To live with
It is a very sociable cat. Many forest cats like to be high up, for example on cabinets and shelves. There should therefore be places high up and space to run on, then the forest cat thrives. It also likes to have its own space and likes to run and hide and attack its toys. The Norwegian forest cat is excellent to have as an indoor cat.
Characteristics
The Norwegian forest cat is large and muscular and has a long body and high legs. The hind legs are higher than the front legs. It has a triangular head shape and large ears with tassels. The “forest ice” fur is special – it has thick undercoat and long water-repellent cover hairs hanging over the back and along the sides.
5. Holy Burma – silent and often attaches to a person
Temperament
Holy Burmese are usually just called Burmese. It is a calm, friendly and quiet race. It is also determined and knows what it wants. With its calm temperament, Burma is sociable and adaptable.
To live with
The Burmese usually attach themselves to a person. Some Burmese may become a little jealous if their master or mistress does not give them enough attention. They are territorial but do not become aggressive. Many Burmese do not leave their master or mistress alone. If you are in the toilet, you have to get used to having the cat with you.
Characteristics
Burma is a medium-sized cat with a fairly long body with short and strong legs. It should give a sweet expression. The most characteristic of a sacred Burmese are the four white paws and on the hind paws the white should go up in a wedge that is like an upside down V. The head is slightly heart-shaped and the ears are small and the eyes are clearly blue. Birman has a shiny and silky medium coat. The sacred Burmese has a very unusual color drawing – so-called “Himalayan” where the face, ears, tail and legs are darker than the rest of the body.
6. British short hair – quiet and suitable for those who live by themselves
Temperament
British Shorthair is a quiet and quiet breed that is friendly, affectionate and easy to care for. It is loyal and loving.
To live with
This cat breed is easy to get along with. Because it is so loving, it will cling to all its family members. Although it loves to play, it does not need attention all the time. It can withstand being alone, is good at playing by itself and is therefore extra suitable for those who live alone.
Characteristics
Sometimes the British resemble a teddy bear, with its short, dense and plush-like fur and its slightly chubby body. It can have a variety of colors. British shorthair is medium to large, muscular and chubby, strong legs and round and firm paws. The tail is short and thick with a rounded tip. Britten’s head is wide, the ears are wide apart as well as the eyes that are large and round.
7. Bengal – looks wild but is very tame
Temperament
Bengal is a cat breed that may look wild, but is very tame. It is large and athletic, independent, alert, active, alert and curious and an excellent climber. It is a loyal breed with a friendly temperament.
To live with
Bengal attaches itself to people around it and is a loyal friend. Bengal is an active and very athletic cat that needs the opportunity to run and move freely.
Characteristics
The Bengal has a medium-length, slender muscular body and strong legs that resemble a wild cat. It moves smoothly and often with a sneaky walking style and with a low tail. The tail is strong with a rounded tip of the tail. The coat is short and dense, feels soft and velvet-like and has a gold tone as a base color and a beautiful pattern similar to a leopard. The ears are wide apart, wide at the base and have rounded tips. The eyes are large, expressive and active.
8. Devon rex – energetic cat in great need of stimulation
Temperament
Devon rex is a lively, energetic, intelligent and enterprising cat. It is in great need of stimulation.
To live with
Devon rex likes to amuse his master or mistress with mischief. It likes to jump, so high places and claw trees should be in the home. If the owner works long days, devon rex feels good about another cat at home. Because devon rex loves heat, it thrives best in indoor heat. Because the coat is so sensitive, it should never be brushed.
Characteristics
Devon rex has an unusual appearance with a triangular face, large ears and a coat that consists almost exclusively of undercoat, but remnants of the outer layer of fur may remain in some individuals. The coat is curly or wavy and should cover the entire cat. The coat is also very easy to care for and the cat has almost no hair. The body is medium and slim but still firm and muscular. The tail is long. The legs are slender and the paws are small and oval.
9. Persians – even temperament and friendly to all
Temperament
Persians are a harmonious race with an even temperament. It is calm, discreet and quiet – but sometimes it can suddenly become energetic and lively.
To live with
The cat is sociable and friendly to everyone and Persian owners sometimes say that “Persians have a heart of gold”. The Persian likes to stretch out next to you, sleep in your bed or sit on your lap.
Characteristics
Persian is a compact cat breed, strong and short with short, coarse legs and large round paws and with a short, round tail. The head is round with a short broad nose. The ears are small and rounded and sit wide apart and in profile the face is flat. The Persian’s long coat is long and has a lot of undercoat, it is silky and has a long large collar. The coat requires a lot of care (both brushing and bathing) because it feels less felt then. Persians come in just over 300 color variants.
10. Neva masquerade – cuddly and especially good with children
Temperament
Neva masquerade is descended from a Siberian cat, which is very similar. Neva masquerade is an intelligent and curious breed.
To live with
This breed happily follows their family on their heels at the same time as they like to “talk”. It is a friendly, cuddly and cuddly and should be especially good with children.
Characteristics
Neva masquerade is a strong and muscular cat with large, round paws, long tail and short, strong neck. It is a “masked” Siberian cat – which means that the face, ears, legs and tail have a darker color while the body color is generally light and the eyes are blue – unlike the traditional colors of a Siberian cat. The coat is very dense, relatively short on the back and long around the neck, chest and hind legs. The upper coat is water-repellent and feels slightly hard to the touch.
11. Burma – sociable and likes the company of other Burmese cats
Temperament
Lively, curious and happy. Burma has lots of energy and adapts easily to change. Some Burmese become quieter as they get older.
To live with
Burman is not suitable as a solitary cat because it is very sociable. Burmese cats thrive very well in each other’s company, but it is not certain that they get along as well with other cat breeds. Burma is good at climbing and jumping and should have tall claw trees and high places where it can be. It loves when master or mistress cuddles with it. Getting itchy on the stomach is usually popular.
Characteristics
Elegant but muscular and feels heavier than it looks. It has long and muscular legs with small oval paws. The shiny coat is very short and has a nice, silky texture. It is lighter on the underside while the back has a deeper tone. Burman’s eyes are widely placed and this, together with the rounded bottom line of the eye shape, gives the typical “Burma look” (look under the fringe). Burman is round everywhere. The head, the ear tips, the eyes, the chin and even the feet.
12. Sphynx – naked cat like cuddling in math or master’s lap
Temperament
Sphynx is a nice, social and affectionate breed. They are both kind and loving.
To live with
Sphynx loves to be close to people and does not like to leave the master’s or master’s lap. The breed can be quite dog-like and welcomes both friends and strangers at the door. The sphynx is sensitive to cold and sunshine and like other “naked cats” it has a high metabolism to keep the body warm. Therefore, it eats a lot and often and should have free access to food. Regular bathing and general skin care is a must – cats produce a “fur oil” and for naked cats it means that the skin becomes sticky and oily.
Characteristics
The most characteristic of the sphynx is that it is almost hairless. The skin lies in clear folds around, for example, shoulders, neck and joints. It often has a barely visible blemish that makes the skin feel like peach. When touched, it feels warm. It is a small to medium-sized cat with a long body and muscular hind legs. The pads The head is small and wedge-shaped, the eyes are large, wide, oval and obliquely placed – and the ears are very large.
13. Siamese – thrives best with other cats around
Temperament
Siamese is an outgoing, very sociable and talkative breed. It is intelligent and knows what it wants.
To live with
The Siamese thrives best if, in addition to humans, it has other cats around it. It is very affectionate and likes to sleep next to master or mistress in bed. It also requires the same affection from its master or mistress who must take time for the cat and play with it.
The Siamese cat is good at jumping and loves high altitudes, so it needs access to high places and claw trees. It loves to play and enjoys having toys around the home.
Characteristics
This is an elegantly shaped cat with a medium-sized and triangular head. The ears are very large and follow the triangular shape of the head.
The eyes are intensely dark blue and obliquely placed and the nose is long and straight. Siamese fur is short, silky and dense and it lacks almost completely undercoat. The thing that stands out with the Siamese is the masking, that is, the face, whiskers and the area around the eyes are darker, while the body has a lighter color.
Summary
We really hope this guide helps you choose the right cat breed for you. Good luck!