All Cat Breeds A–Z

Abyssinian

Ethiopia · 12-15 years

Abyssinians are one of the oldest known breeds, known for their ticked coat and extremely active, curious nature. Full Abyssinian care & temperament guide.

American Bobtail

United States · 13-18 years

American Bobtails have a naturally short tail and wild appearance. They're known as 'golden retrievers of the cat world' for their friendly nature.

American Curl

United States · 12-16 years

American Curls have unique backward-curling ears. They stay kitten-like throughout their lives and are very people-oriented.

American Shorthair

United States · 15-20 years

American Shorthairs are the pedigreed version of domestic shorthairs - athletic, adaptable, and great family cats. Full American Shorthair care & temperament guide.

American Wirehair

United States · 14-18 years

American Wirehairs have a unique springy, crimped coat. They're adaptable, quiet, and make excellent companions. Full American Wirehair care & temperament guide.

Aphrodite Giant

Cyprus · 12-15 years

Aphrodite Giants are a natural breed from Cyprus, known for their large size and gentle nature. They're one of the oldest breeds.

Asian

United Kingdom · 12-18 years

Asian cats are Burmese-type cats in non-traditional colors and patterns. They share the loving Burmese personality. Full Asian care & temperament guide.

Australian Mist

Australia · 15-18 years

Australian Mists are Australia's first pedigreed breed, developed to be the perfect indoor companion - tolerant, gentle, and low-maintenance.

Balinese

United States · 12-20 years

Balinese are essentially long-haired Siamese - same personality and colorpoints with a silky flowing coat. Full Balinese care & temperament guide.

Bengal

United States · 12-16 years

Bengals have a wild appearance with their leopard-like spots but are fully domesticated. They're highly active and love water. Full Bengal care & temperament guide.

Birman

Myanmar (Burma) · 12-16 years

Birmans are known as the 'Sacred Cat of Burma' with their striking blue eyes and white 'gloves' on their paws. Full Birman care & temperament guide.

Bombay

United States · 12-18 years

Bombays were bred to look like mini black panthers. They're incredibly affectionate and love being the center of attention. Full Bombay care & temperament guide.

Brazilian Shorthair

Brazil · 14-20 years

Brazilian Shorthairs are Brazil's first pedigreed breed, developed from street cats of Brazil. They're friendly and adaptable.

British Longhair

United Kingdom · 12-15 years

British Longhairs are the long-haired version of British Shorthairs - same calm nature with a luxurious fluffy coat. Full British Longhair care & temperament guide.

British Shorthair

United Kingdom · 12-20 years

The British Shorthair is a pedigreed version of the British domestic cat, known for its chunky body, dense coat, and broad face.

Burmese

Myanmar (Burma) · 16-18 years

Burmese cats are known for their dog-like personality, following their owners everywhere and being extremely social. Full Burmese care & temperament guide.

Burmilla

United Kingdom · 10-15 years

Burmillas are a cross between Burmese and Chinchilla Persian, combining the best of both - sweet nature and beautiful silver coat.

California Spangled

United States · 9-16 years

California Spangled cats were bred to resemble wild leopards. They're athletic, curious, and love to hunt and play. Full California Spangled care & temperament guide.

Chantilly-Tiffany

United States · 14-16 years

Chantilly-Tiffanies have a gorgeous silky coat and devoted personality. They're moderate in energy and very loyal. Full Chantilly-Tiffany care & temperament guide.

Chartreux

France · 12-15 years

Chartreux are France's native blue cat, known for their quiet nature and sweet 'smiling' expression. Chartreux temperament, grooming, health & lifespan (12-15 years).

Chausie

United States · 12-14 years

Chausies are a hybrid breed (Jungle Cat x domestic). They're tall, athletic, and need lots of space and activity. Full Chausie care & temperament guide.

Colorpoint Shorthair

United States/UK · 12-16 years

Colorpoint Shorthairs are essentially Siamese in non-traditional colors (red, cream, tortie, lynx points). Full Colorpoint Shorthair care & temperament guide.

Cornish Rex

England · 12-15 years

Cornish Rex have a distinctive wavy coat and slender body. They're athletic, love to play fetch, and stay kitten-like their whole lives.

Cymric

Canada/Isle of Man · 8-14 years

Cymrics are long-haired Manx cats, sharing the same tailless gene. They're gentle, playful, and bond strongly with their families. Full Cymric care & temperament guide.

Cyprus

Cyprus · 12-15 years

Cyprus cats are the domestic cats native to the island of Cyprus, with a history going back thousands of years. Full Cyprus care & temperament guide.

Devon Rex

England · 10-15 years

Devon Rex cats have large ears, an elfin face, and a wavy coat. They're known as 'pixie cats' for their mischievous personality.

Donskoy

Russia · 12-15 years

Donskoys are Russian hairless cats with a different gene than the Sphynx. They're extremely social and can even have 'winter coats'.

Dragon Li

China · 12-15 years

Dragon Li (Chinese Li Hua) is China's only recognized native breed. They're intelligent, independent, and make good hunters. Full Dragon Li care & temperament guide.

Egyptian Mau

Egypt · 12-15 years

Egyptian Maus are the fastest domestic cat breed and the only naturally spotted domestic cat. They're loyal but shy with strangers.

European Shorthair

Europe · 15-20 years

European Shorthairs are the pedigreed version of European domestic cats - hardy, healthy, and versatile. Full European Shorthair care & temperament guide.

Exotic Shorthair

United States · 12-15 years

Exotic Shorthairs are essentially short-haired Persians - same sweet face and gentle nature but with easier grooming needs.

Havana Brown

England · 12-15 years

Havana Browns are rare cats with a distinctive mahogany brown coat and green eyes. They're charming and love human interaction.

Highlander

United States · 10-15 years

Highlanders have curled ears and often a bobbed tail. They're confident, clownish, and love being the center of attention. Full Highlander care & temperament guide.

Himalayan

United States/UK · 9-15 years

Himalayans combine Persian features with Siamese colorpoints. They're sweet, calm cats that love peaceful environments. Full Himalayan care & temperament guide.

Japanese Bobtail

Japan · 15-18 years

Japanese Bobtails have a distinctive pom-pom tail. They're the 'lucky cat' breed featured in the maneki-neko figurine. Full Japanese Bobtail care & temperament guide.

Javanese

United States · 10-15 years

Javanese are long-haired Colorpoint Shorthairs - same Siamese personality with a silky coat in various point colors. Full Javanese care & temperament guide.

Khao Manee

Thailand · 10-12 years

Khao Manees are ancient Thai cats, known as 'White Gem'. Many have odd-colored eyes (one blue, one gold). Full Khao Manee care & temperament guide.

Korat

Thailand · 15-20 years

Korats are one of the oldest stable cat breeds, considered good luck in Thailand. They form strong bonds with their chosen person. Full Korat care & temperament guide.

Kurilian Bobtail

Russia/Japan · 15-20 years

Kurilian Bobtails come from the Kuril Islands. They're excellent fishers with a pom-pom tail and gentle, trusting nature.

LaPerm

United States · 12-15 years

LaPerms have a unique curly coat that can range from wavy to ringlet curls. They're affectionate and love being close to people. Full LaPerm care & temperament guide.

Lykoi

United States · 12-15 years

Lykoi, or 'Werewolf Cat', has a unique partially hairless coat. Despite spooky looks, they're friendly and dog-like. Full Lykoi care & temperament guide.

Maine Coon

United States · 12-15 years

The Maine Coon is one of the largest domestic cat breeds, known as the 'gentle giant' for its friendly, dog-like personality. Full Maine Coon care & temperament guide.

Manx

Isle of Man · 12-14 years

Manx cats are known for their lack of tail (or short tail). They're playful, dog-like, and excellent hunters. Full Manx care & temperament guide.

Munchkin

United States · 12-15 years

Munchkins have naturally short legs but are just as active as other cats. They're playful and love to collect shiny things. Full Munchkin care & temperament guide.

Nebelung

United States · 15-18 years

Nebelungs are the long-haired version of Russian Blues with the same shy, gentle nature and stunning blue coat. Full Nebelung care & temperament guide.

Norwegian Forest Cat

Norway · 14-16 years

Norwegian Forest Cats are large, rugged cats with a thick waterproof coat developed to survive Scandinavian winters. Full Norwegian Forest Cat care & temperament guide.

Ocicat

United States · 12-18 years

Ocicats look wild but are completely domestic. They're dog-like in their devotion and can learn tricks. Ocicat temperament, grooming, health & lifespan (12-18 years).

Oriental Longhair

United Kingdom · 12-15 years

Oriental Longhairs are the long-haired version of Oriental Shorthairs - elegant, vocal, and extremely social. Full Oriental Longhair care & temperament guide.

Oriental Shorthair

Thailand/UK · 12-15 years

Oriental Shorthairs come in over 300 color combinations. They're like Siamese without the colorpoint pattern - very vocal and social.

Persian

Iran (Persia) · 12-17 years

The Persian is one of the oldest and most popular cat breeds, known for its long, luxurious coat and sweet, gentle personality. Full Persian care & temperament guide.

Peterbald

Russia · 12-15 years

Peterbalds can range from bald to brush-coated. They're elegant, dog-like in devotion, and love being warm. Full Peterbald care & temperament guide.

Pixie-Bob

United States · 13-16 years

Pixie-Bobs look like bobcats but are fully domestic. They're known for their dog-like loyalty and can learn to walk on a leash. Full Pixie-Bob care & temperament guide.

Ragamuffin

United States · 12-16 years

Ragamuffins are similar to Ragdolls but come in more colors. They're extremely gentle, patient, and love being held. Full Ragamuffin care & temperament guide.

Ragdoll

United States · 12-17 years

Ragdolls are known for going limp when picked up, hence their name. They're extremely docile, loving cats that follow their owners around.

Russian Blue

Russia · 15-20 years

Russian Blues are known for their plush blue-grey coat and striking green eyes. They're shy with strangers but devoted to their family.

Savannah

United States · 12-20 years

Savannahs are a hybrid breed (African Serval x domestic cat). They're tall, athletic, and have a wild appearance. Full Savannah care & temperament guide.

Scottish Fold

Scotland · 11-14 years

Scottish Folds are known for their unique folded ears and owl-like appearance. They're sweet-natured and adaptable. Full Scottish Fold care & temperament guide.

Selkirk Rex

United States · 14-15 years

Selkirk Rex have a curly 'sheep-like' coat. They're the most relaxed of the Rex breeds with a patient, tolerant nature. Full Selkirk Rex care & temperament guide.

Serengeti

United States · 10-15 years

Serengetis were bred to look like wild Servals but are fully domestic. They're tall, spotted, and very active. Full Serengeti care & temperament guide.

Siamese

Thailand · 12-20 years

Siamese cats are one of the most recognizable breeds with their striking blue eyes and colorpoint coat. They're extremely vocal and social.

Siberian

Russia · 12-15 years

Siberians are Russia's native forest cat with a luxurious triple coat. They're known to produce less Fel d 1 allergen. Full Siberian care & temperament guide.

Singapura

Singapore · 11-15 years

Singapuras are the smallest cat breed but have huge personalities. They love being involved in everything. Full Singapura care & temperament guide.

Snowshoe

United States · 14-20 years

Snowshoes have Siamese coloring with white 'snowshoe' feet. They're social butterflies who hate being alone. Full Snowshoe care & temperament guide.

Sokoke

Kenya · 12-15 years

Sokokes are a natural breed from Kenya with a distinctive modified tabby pattern. They're athletic and bond strongly with families.

Somali

United States · 12-16 years

Somalis are long-haired Abyssinians with the same active, curious personality and beautiful ticked coat. Somali temperament, grooming, health & lifespan (12-16 years).

Sphynx

Canada · 12-14 years

The Sphynx is famous for being hairless, though they have a fine peach-fuzz. They're extremely affectionate and love being warm. Full Sphynx care & temperament guide.

Suphalak

Thailand · 12-16 years

Suphalaks are ancient Thai cats, mentioned in the Cat Book Poems. They have a unique copper/brown coat and loving nature. Full Suphalak care & temperament guide.

Thai

Thailand · 12-16 years

Thai cats are the traditional, old-style Siamese with a less extreme body type. They're social, vocal, and loving. Full Thai care & temperament guide.

Tiffanie

United Kingdom · 12-16 years

Tiffanies are the semi-longhaired version of the Burmilla, combining the beautiful silver coat with a gentle nature. Full Tiffanie care & temperament guide.

Tonkinese

Canada/United States · 15-18 years

Tonkinese are a cross between Siamese and Burmese, combining the best of both - social, playful, and loving. Full Tonkinese care & temperament guide.

Toyger

United States · 12-15 years

Toygers are bred to look like toy tigers with their bold striped pattern. Despite wild looks, they're friendly and laid-back. Full Toyger care & temperament guide.

Turkish Angora

Turkey · 12-18 years

Turkish Angoras are one of the ancient natural breeds, known for their elegant silky coat and graceful movements. Full Turkish Angora care & temperament guide.

Turkish Van

Turkey · 12-17 years

Turkish Vans are known as 'swimming cats' for their love of water. They have a distinctive color pattern - white body with colored head/tail.

York Chocolate

United States · 13-15 years

York Chocolates are a rare American breed with rich chocolate or lavender colored coats. They're friendly farm-cat types. Full York Chocolate care & temperament guide.