Explore the many different types of pure bred cat in our cat breed archives
The first thing to say about the magnificent Siberian cat, is that this is not a cat for anyone who doesn’t enjoy grooming. That coat is really something! But if you are not averse to wielding a brush and comb two or three times a week, this amazing feline, could very well be the perfect…
A Bombay cat makes a knockout first impression. Concealed in inky black fur, with a set of sparkly gemstone eyes, she is a visual stunner you will not soon forget. The exquisite and always black Bombay cat was deliberately bred by Nikki Horner of Louisville, Kentucky, to resemble a jungle panther. Horner hit a bulls-eye…
The Russian Blue cat breed is named for their iconic coat, which is short, thick, and plush. They are highly intelligent, quite docile and loving to family. A medium sized cat, the Russian Blue can be up to 12 pounds in weight, and tends to have fairly good health. There are two commonly recognized variants…
Burmese cats are mostly known for their large eyes, silky coat, stocky build and an incredibly affectionate temperament. Short-haired and sleek, these kitties are beautiful pets that don’t require much grooming. And while no cat is entirely allergy-proof, this is one of the better breeds for allergy sufferers. This is an indoor breed that requires…
The California Spangled cat was one of the first domestic cats bred to resemble exotic wild spotted cat species. And they were launched into the public imagination like no other breed before them. These cats were affectionate, loyal, and intelligent. But they were also full of energy. And you might have noticed I’ve already started…
There are an unbelievable 40 Bengal colors, despite most of us just thinking of this iconic cat in their classic leopard print. This complete guide to Bengal colors will show you how there’s so much more to Bengal cats than just black rosettes on a brown background. We’ll see how their ancestry has contributed important…
A leopard house cat is one that has beautiful spots or rosettes in their coat. Of course, leopard house cats are not really descended from leopards at all. Rather, they are selectively bred from domestic cat breeds to look as if they were. However some are descended from domestic cat and wild cat hybrids. I…
Maine Coon cats with black and white fur are relatively uncommon, but they are an acceptable coat pattern according to the terms of their breed standard. You might be surprised to discover though, that the classic tuxedo black and white Maine Coon cat isn’t the only way for them to have a monochrome coat! What…
Tabby is the Maine Coon’s original pattern, and some Coon connoisseurs view stripes as a sign of a cat that’s stayed true to its roots. But Maine Coon tabby cats’ stripes aren’t all the same. Some tabby patterns even have quite a controversial status within the Maine Coon community. What is a Maine Coon tabby…
Bengal cats, like all felines, are obligate carnivores. That means they have adapted to only eat other animals, and they are unable to digest or gain any nutritional benefit from plant matter. But unlike most other pet cat breeds, Bengals have a very recent wild ancestor. Bengals were first established as a breed by crossing…