Table of Contents
How do I know which cat is right for me?
10 Steps for Choosing the Right Shelter Cat for You
- Should You Get a Kitten or Adult Cat?
- Evaluate Your Home Environment.
- Think About the Relationship You Want.
- Do You Already Have Pets at Home?
- Talk with Shelter Personnel.
- Do a Walk-Through and Look at the Cats Before Settling on One.
- Spend One-on-One Time.
- Coming Home.
What cat breed is best for my family?
Our handy guide looks at the eight best cat breeds for kids to help you find the perfect furry friend for your family.
- The best cat breeds for kids.
- Siamese. Siamese cats have long been one of the most popular breeds for families and with good reason.
- Maine Coon.
- Birman.
- Abyssinian.
- Burmese.
- Manx.
- Persian.
What is the number 1 best cat breed?
Top 10 Cat Breeds
- Exotic Shorthair Cats.
- Ragdoll Cats.
- British Shorthair.
- Persian Cats.
- Maine Coon Cats.
- American Shorthair Cats.
- Scottish Fold Cats.
- Sphynx Cats.
What is the laziest cat breed?
9 Lazy Cat Breeds For Chill Cat Parents
- Persian. © Nickolas Titkov / CC-BY-SA-2.0.
- Himalayan. © Joseph Morris / CC-BY-SA-4.0.
- British Shorthair. © George E.
- Chartreux.
- Exotic Shorthair.
- Ragdoll.
- Ragamuffin.
- Selkirk Rex.
What is the Chillest cat?
Persian. Persian cats have been called “furniture with fur” because of their long periods of inactivity—of all the lazy cat breeds, this one most definitely fits the bill. These cats have a sweet, gentle nature and prefer a calm atmosphere.
Should I get a girl or boy cat?
Choosing a gender Males, or toms, can be friendlier than females. Intact male cats “spray” to mark their territory and “howl” for females (this is usually not a problem if you get him neutered). Female cats tend to be more reserved than males but are far less likely to spray.
How do I find the perfect cat for my lifestyle?
Use OPTIMUM’s cat breed selector to find the perfect cat breed to suit your lifestyle. For how long would your cat be alone each day? Why are we asking this? Some cats are very social and really enjoy human companionship.
What is a pedigree cat?
A pedigree will be recorded as a particular breed by one of the major registration authorities for cat breeds, ensuring conformity to breed standards and the cat’s lineage. Why choose a pure breed cat?
What is the most popular breed of cat in America?
The Ragdoll, Maine Coon, and Bengal are currently among the most popular. The hairless Sphynx, Rex with silky coats, and tailless Manx are just a few of the new breeds that have emerged in recent years.
Is it hard to pick a breed of cat?
With so many cats to choose from, picking a breed is almost an impossible task! The upside is that all cat breeds are great, so you can’t really go wrong. Answer these questions to give yourself an idea of what cat is best for you!