Burmese Cat – Breed Information

burmese cat

The Burmese cat breed is closely related to the Siamese and became a foundation cat for several new breeds, like Bombay, Tonkinese and Burmilla. Burmese cats are affectionate, cuddly and intelligent. They love people and will follow their owners everywhere.  Burmese can develop almost a dog-like relationship with a human they love. Burmese Cat – … Read more

Chartreux Cat – Breed Information

chartreux cat

Chartreux cat breed is an old natural breed originated from France. The breed is very rare and easily mistaken with a British Shorthair.  The strong and muscular body of the Chartreux cat makes them excellent hunters, highly prised by farmers. Chartreux cat is smart, low-maintenance and almost totally mute. Intelligent, playful and loyal, makes for … Read more

Siamese Cat – Breed Information

siamese cat

Siamese is the oldest domestic cat breed. Its aristocratic origins go back to the royal court of Siam (now Thailand), where only Buddhist monks and the royal family were allowed to have a cat. Extremely extroverted and vocal, the Siamese cat can give the impression of being stubborn and needy. On another hand, it’s also … Read more

Russian Blue Cat – Breed Information

russian blue cat

The stately looking Russian Blue cat breed, also known as Archangel cat, is amongst the most intelligent cat breeds. Russian Blue cats are very quiet, gentle, loyal and well-behaved. They are people-orientated and loyal, however, they also like to have their own space. As usual with shorthair breeds, they don’t require a lot of maintenance. … Read more

Birman Cat – Breed Information

birman cat

Birman cat, also known as a sacred cat of Burma, is an ancient breed originated from Burma, a companion to the Burmese priest. With an impressive fluffy coat, characteristic coat pattern and sapphire eyes, Birman cat has some very striking look. Sweet-natured, affectionated and easy to handle, the Birman cat makes for an ideal family … Read more

Maine Coon Cat – Breed Information

maine coon cat

The Maine Coon is the oldest American breed. It is also one of the most popular cat breeds in the US, second only to Persians. Maine Coons are the biggest domesticated cats. The enormous sizes of these cats paired with their sweet and loving nature gave them a nickname ‘gentle giants’.  Maine Coons are companionable, … Read more

Abyssinian Cat – Breed Information

abyssinian cat

The handsome and wild-looking Abyssinian cat breed is one in the top 5 most popular cat breeds in the US. Abyssinian cats are highly intelligent, affectionate, energetic and low-maintenance. Abyssinian Cat – Personality Abyssinians are sweet-tempered, affectionate, obedient and highly intelligent cats. Attentive, inquisitive, extremely active and energetic. They love to play and prefer being … Read more

Ragdoll Cat – Breed Information

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The Ragdoll cat breed is sweet-natured, affectionate, calm and relaxed. It’s playful, loves children and goes well with other pets. It took its name from a propensity to become very limp when you pick it up. Researchers still cannot explain the ‘floppiness’ that the cat exhibits. It’s also one of the largest cat breeds (along … Read more

Norwegian Forest Cat – Breed Information

norwegian forest cat

The Norwegian Forest Cat breed is a natural born cat breed from Norway. In Norway called ‘skogkatt’, in the US and the English-speaking countries, they got a nickname ‘Wedgies’. They are hardy, rugged cats that are adapted well to bitter Scandinavian winters. In the old days, they were the favorite companions of Vikings. These cats … Read more