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As anyone who has owned more than one cat can attest, not all cats are created equal. Just as is the case with dogs, the looks, personalities and other traits can vary greatly from breed to breed. If you plan to buy a cat from a reputable breeder, it is a good idea to do some research so that you can select a cat whose personality will best match what you'd like in a pet.
Below are 10 cat breeds along with some of their personality traits.
Abyssinian
These easy to groom cats are very social. They do best in homes where there will be a lot of companionship. This can be human companionship or that of other cats. Abyssinians are very loving and active. This breed is one that will be happy to play with their human caretakers.
Bengal
Bengals, which have gained popularity in the last several years, have the personalities of domestic cats with a few glimpses into the wild side of their heritage. These cats are very vocal, and will not hesitate to "tell" you if they are not happy about something. They have a very high energy level and love to explore their surroundings.
Birman
The outgoing cats are well-known for the affection that they show their owners. This breed has been featured in cat shows since 1925. They are playful, but do not have the abundance of energy that some other breeds possess.
Exotic Shorthair
This breed is gentle and curious. It loves to investigate each nook and cranny in its environment, but will also, at times, be content to snuggle lazily in their owners lap.
Pixie-Bob
This breed is considered a good choice if you have children or if the cat will have to share the home with canine companions. Considered one of the most intelligent cat breeds, Pixie-Bobs can be trained and love spending time interacting their humans. They generally get along very well with every member of the household, including the two-legged and the four-legged kind.
Scottish Fold
While most cats have the reputation of being demanding, this is not true of the Scottish Fold. While the cats are sweet and loyal to their owners, they are happy to spend their days being about their own business.
Munchkin
For owners who want a cat that loves to curl up on their lap and snuggle, the Munchkin is a good option. This cat tends to be more affectionate than some other breeds. They typically do fine with other animals and, for this reason, are also a good choice if you have other cats or dogs in the home.
American Wirehair
These cats, which sport a unique, springy coat, are among the most people-oriented of the cat breeds. These cats require a home in which they will receive a good amount of attention and playtime from their owners. They will come to you if you don't go to them and will have no problem doing whatever it takes to get your attention.
Siberian
These cats, which require a fair amount of grooming, enjoy spending time with other cats but also require human attention. This breed displays less of the hyperactivity that some others breeds are known for and tends to be generally calm.
Ragdoll
These cats were given the name Ragdoll because of the degree to which they love to relax and take naps. They love sharing their home with other Ragdolls and often nap one of top of the other. These cats get along well with other cats and dogs and can tolerate children. They need some attention from their owner, which they look for in between naps.
Miniature breeds of cats, such as toy Persians have become very popular in recent times. These smaller breeds are also referred to as "teacup kittens". This popularity is due to trends in housing, where people are living in smaller houses and apartments. Therefore smaller pets are preferred.
Toy cats are produced by specific selection and breeding of the smallest kittens. The aim after repeated breeding is to produce perfectly proportioned miniature versions of the standard size cats. The toy versions of a breed have the same physical traits and characteristics as the large versions of the same breed. Common breeds used to produce teacup, or miniature versions, are Himalayans and Persians.
A normal sized cat can weigh anything between 10 to 17 pounds. However some cats can fall outside this weight range. Some less than reputable breeders may try to sell cats under ten pounds as a teacup cat when actually the weight of the cat falls within the standard weight range. It is not right to generalise and say that any feline less than 10 pounds is a miniature cat. Generally a toy sized cat weighs between 3 and 8 pounds.
The Napoleon Cat is a hybrid of the Munchkin and Persian breeds such as the Himalayan Persian. The Napoleon combines traits from both breeds into a unique look. It is a short-legged cat round eyes and a colourful coat.
Lambkins are a cross of the Munchkin, which is already a small breed, and the Selkirk Rex. This results in a cute cat with short legs and a soft, curly coat.
The MiniPer is a combination of a Persian and Exotic breed. Their bodies are completely proportionate so that they are just smaller that a normal Persian or Exotic.
Toy cats are expensive to buy from a reputable breeder and can cost anywhere from 00 to 00 depending on the breed, size and colour of the individual.
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Not all cats advertised as miniature are teacup kittens. Be aware that the standard size female cat will weight about 11 to 14 pounds. The standard size male cat will weight about 12 to 17 pounds. A teacup size female cat will weight about 3 to 6.5 pounds and the teacup size male will weight about 3 to 7.5 pounds. This is a good rule-of-thumb to keep in mind when shopping for a teacup. Some unscrupulous breeders will try to sell you a cat under ten pounds as a teacup when that weight falls within the normal weight range for a standard cat. When shopping for a teacup do not be fooled by a breeder that will try to sell you a runt or tell you that any cat less than ten pounds is a miniature.
Teacup kittens come in a variety of breeds. These cats are bred to be small by inbreeding. The smallest cat of one breed is mated with the smallest cat of another breed progressively in each generation and with each mating a miniature or teacup cat is born. The result of this type of breeding results in dwarfism. There are two forms of dwarfism where teacups and other miniature animals are concerned and they are achondroplastic where the dominant gene will, through mutation, affect the hormones that control bone growth, and the primordial which occurs naturally. At this point let's cover the most common breeds of miniature (teacup) cats.
The most popular of the teacup kittens is the combination of Persian and Exotic. The MiniPer, a combination of Persians and Exotics was developed in California by Cher Simmitt. The MiniPers are primordial dwarves and their bodies are proportionate in every way except that they are smaller than the standard Persian and Exotic. The MiniPaws are a hybrid and carry the genes of both the achondroplastic and primordial dwarfism. They are small in proportion and have shortened legs thus, causing the legs to be somewhat deformed. They are a good example of the mutation of the dominant gene and its affect on the hormones that control bone growth. .
The Napoleon was developed intentionally by mating a Munchkin with a Persian. They have long coats and beautiful big eyes much like the Persian. The Napoleon is the newest of the teacup breeds.
The Lambkin was developed by cross breeding a Munchkin with a Selkirk Rex. They are called Lambkin because of their soft curly coats that resemble the coat of a lamb. Most of the miniature or teacup kittens are cross breeds of Persians and Exotics and are the most popular and sought after of all of the miniature breeds.
Many people want the teacups because they're cute and resemble kittens. They are easy to hold and carry and most of them are lap cats. However, be forewarned, they may be kittens when you buy them but like all other cats they grow up and lose their kittenish ways. They are after all, cats and cats do not stay kittens forever.
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