There are many beautiful breeds of cats and each brings something completely unique and exquisitely feline to the world. It’s easy to see why people the world over fall in love with cats of various breeds. Each cat breed is intriguing and beautiful in their own way. Here, we’ll take a closer look at a few cat breeds that have captured the hearts of many cat fanciers all over the world, though this is not an exhaustive list.
Russian Blue. The Russian Blue is robust, marked by strong sinews, a velvety fur and fine outlines. This breed is closely related to 3 other cat breeds, namely the British Blue (or the British Shorthair), the French Chartreux and Thailand Korat because they share the same hue and have short hair, but the similarity ends…
Norwegian Forest Cat. The Norwegian Forest Cat has a solid build, a stocky frame and strong features. They’re somewhat similar to the Maine Coon in physical attributes, notably the long, flowing fur that makes them appear larger than they really are, but this breed has some distinctions of its own. Norwegian Forests have equilateral, upside-down…
Sphynx Cat. The Sphynx Cat probably holds the title as being the most unusual-looking in the feline world. Forget everything you know about cats- the Sphinx is hairless, smooth-skinned and pot-bellied, which is the complete opposite view of a furry, cuddly cat. But make no mistake, for Sphynxes will make you fall under their spell…
Scottish Fold. Take one look at the beautiful and adorable Scottish Fold breed of cat and it will soon be no secret why this feline bears the name “Scottish Fold.” With his folded ears and majestic looking face, this is a cat who has stolen the hearts of many with his loving personality. He loves…
Ragdoll cat. Ragdoll cats are beloved for their beautiful blue eyes and smoke colored coats with adorable white paws. These beautiful cats can grow to be quite large for a domestic cat. They have loving and gentle personalities and get their name from the way they fall limp like a rag doll when being picked…
Siberian Cat. The feline pride of Russia, going back to “Catafay the Cat” in the country’s centuries-old folklore, is the Siberian cat. Alluring upturned eyes, large and round with a small point toward the top, make up one this cat’s most distinguishing features. Siberian cats, which are also sometimes called Siberian Forest cats, have often…
Himalayan Cat. Also known as the Himalayan Persian cat or even “Himmy” casually, the Himalayan cat has a lot of fans. Indeed, cat enthusiasts widely tout the Himalayan cat as being among the top ten most popular cat breeds. This cat’s piercing, crystal-blue eyes appear large, round and alert surrounded by the long, thick ruff…
Persian Cat. Persian cats are beloved all around the world for their beauty and adorable personalities. They come in a variety of colors with each variety being exquisite and marvelous. Each Persian cat brings something a little different with their uniqueness. These little balls of fur melt the hearts of millions and it’s no wonder…
Exotic Shorthair Cat. Basically a Persian cat with less fur, the Exotic Shorthair cat is anything but basic. Without the long fur of the Persian, the facial features are all the more striking. The mouth looks drawn onto the flat face as an upside-down V, and the nose looks like a little button that someone…
Maine Coon. Maine coon cats are a favorite among cat lovers for a reason: they are adorably cute and have alluring personalities that win over the hearts of all who meet them. This long-haired cat can grow to be sturdy in size and has many quirky antics that will leave you giggling and falling in…
Bengal Cat. For anyone who has dreamed of owning a wildcat but also wants to raise a family, the Bengal cat may just be the perfect pet. Known for being safe around kids and other animals, this cat was specially bred over the past 50 years or so by crossing Asian leopard cats with Egyptian…
Savannah cat. The beautiful Savannah cat is a majestic, remarkable creature and is actually a hybrid breed of cat. The Savannah cat is a mix between the wild serval and a domestic feline. It is marked with the black spots of a serval as well as the large pointed ears, a standout feature of the…