Little fluffballs purring and rubbing against your feet. What do you think I'm talking about now? Well, of course, about cats, the most wonderful and lovely woolen creatures. For many years, humanity has been asking the question: “Who is better than a cat or a dog?” We won't give you the answer to this question and do you know why? Because you can only answer this question yourself, it depends only on your preferences, the final choice is yours to make. Cats, dogs, and even mice - each is good in its own way.
Cats, as you know, are very freedom-loving creatures; if they show their devotion to someone, it will be only one member of the family. Cats have different personalities: some are calm, others are noisy and playful, some are affectionate and loving, while others are aggressive. In addition to their personalities, cats differ from each other in breed, size and color.
Today we will introduce you to our list of the 10 most beautiful cat breeds in the world , here you will meet completely different cats from all over the globe. Perhaps you will see breeds that you have not only never seen in person before, but that you didn’t even suspect of their existence. This is a very exciting and at the same time very cute show; you definitely won’t be disappointed after what you see.
British shorthair cat
This type of cat first appeared in the 19th century in Great Britain. According to one legend, the famous Cheshire Cat is a descendant of the British. Representatives of this breed have a calm and affectionate character. The British Shorthair cat will not require constant attention and affection from its owner. Such a pet tolerates short separations from its owner relatively calmly.
The British have short, but at the same time very thick fur. Pets with gray fur with a slight blue tint are very popular. However, there are cats with brown, black, white, golden-red colors.
Persian.
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Once upon a time, the Persian cat was a worthy gift for European monarchs. Today this is one of the popular breeds, which has many fans in all countries of the world. Persians are beautiful and very fluffy, they are called “champions of longhair.” And this feature imposes certain obligations on the owners. It is imperative to take care of their fur coat: comb it daily, and even twice a day during the molting period. If the pet does not participate in exhibitions, in the hot season you can free it from its fur by performing a model haircut.
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Persians are considered inactive and phlegmatic, but this is not entirely true. At a young age, kittens happily play with a bow or hunt for sunbeams, but even as adults they do not turn into “sofa cushions.” These beautiful cats always need physical activity: both to maintain a healthy weight and to maintain contact with their owner.
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Persians have many colors, eye color can be different. When choosing, it is important to consider that snow-white representatives of the breed with blue eyes may suffer from deafness.
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Bengal cat
The Bengal cat is often called the domestic leopard. This breed was created by crossing a wild Asian cat and an ordinary domestic cat. Bengals delight lovers of animals with unusual colors. Despite the fact that these cats are smooth-haired, their fur is incredibly soft and pleasant to the touch. In addition, this breed is hypoallergenic.
Khao Mani
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This cat is called the “white pearl of Siam” for its shiny milky coat and different eyes of bright blue and green on its triangular face.
For the first time in history, this breed was mentioned in the Book of Cat Poems in 1350. Khao Mani also saved Thailand from English colonization. The British ambassadors were given snow-white royal kittens, which so charmed the Anglo-Saxons that they abandoned their imperial ambitions regarding Siam.
The fur of the Kao Mani is snow-white, short, with a small undercoat. These are very sociable animals that do not tolerate loneliness well. So it’s better not to leave kao mani unattended for too long.
Scottish fold cat
Representatives of this breed have become popular mainly due to their floppy ears. It is interesting that this type of cat appeared as a result of a gene mutation. Moreover, kittens are born with straight ears, which do not always droop. That's why there are also Scottish Straight cats.
These pets have a calm character. However, they also tend to be playful. A striking feature of Scottish Fold cats is their ability to stand on their hind legs without any effort.
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Blue-eyed, densely built cat with long, silky fur.
She is calm, non-aggressive and completely trusts the person.
Any punishment for a cat of this breed will be stressful and very difficult for her to bear.
Snow-shoe
This breed was created by crossing a Siamese cat with an American Shorthair. Snow-shu is translated from English as “snow slipper.” The breed was named so because all its representatives have white socks on their paws. There are only two types of snowshoe coat colors: blue point and seal point.
These four-legged friends are very kind, affectionate and obedient. They get along great with children. Snowshoes do not need special care. In addition, these cats are not afraid of water. Therefore, they take bathing absolutely calmly.
American Curl
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This charming breed of cats with ears rolled back was artificially bred in the USA in the late 80s of the last century.
Curls are perhaps one of the few members of the cat family that love people more than themselves and other cats. Moreover, they are even friends with dogs and patiently endure children’s “torture” towards themselves. True human companions on four strong legs. They are distinguished by high intelligence and good learning ability.
The color can be any. The main difference from other breeds is their thin ears, as if curled with curlers.
Toyger
Toygers are the so-called indoor tigers. However, the only thing they have in common with large predators is their beautiful color. Representatives of this breed are absolutely not aggressive. On the contrary, they are very good-natured, friendly and flexible. A toyger will never scratch or bite without reason. Such a pet will happily sit in the owner’s arms and purr.
Burmilla
The English Burmilla cat was created by chance by crossing a Persian chinchilla and a Burmese cat. Intelligence and calmness are the distinctive character traits of the Burmilla. Her eyes are like Cleopatra's, and she looks like a small puma. The main luxury and strong point of the Burmilla is its coat, so this luxury requires careful care. This beautiful breed has a shaded silver color, which is characteristic only of representatives of this breed.
A cat has leadership qualities, so it will always be the leader, and this applies even to a pack of dogs.
Siamese cat
Siamese cats have bright blue or light blue eyes. These pets are very slender and graceful. Their fur is short, but at the same time very soft and shiny. Siamese have a unique character. They require increased attention and absolutely cannot tolerate loneliness.
A Siamese cat can become very attached to its owner, but even to him it will never forgive an insult. If you accidentally offend such a favorite, she will definitely take revenge when the opportunity arises. But despite this, Siamese are highly trainable. That is why they often perform in the circus arena.
Siberian.
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Not so long ago, the ancestors of Siberian cats lived in the wild. The severe cold and lack of food made them hardy, active, ideally adapted to survive in the most difficult conditions. Therefore, unlike most domestic cats, who only need a warm, secluded place, these giants will happily hunt in the garden, bring their owner prey in the form of mice and birds, and in winter they can rush through the snow without dangerous consequences and even sleep peacefully on it. A distinctive feature of Siberian cats is their very fluffy, dense, thick and coarse fur. It can be of completely different colors and does not get wet at all. On the chest and abdomen it is longer and creates a spectacular fringe. The fluffy tail, usually raised up, gives this strong animal a proud appearance.
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The character of Siberians is calm and balanced. They know their worth and demand respect. If the cat has gone to rest, it is better not to bother her with affection. But, while awake, she will not mind active games, especially before the age of four.
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Russian blue cat
The Russian Blue cat is known for its silver-blue color. She has an incredibly graceful physique. This pet is ideal for large families with children. Because Russian Blue cats are very kind. They easily forgive all insults and will never take revenge on their master.
10.Sphinx
The breed was bred not so long ago, but thanks to its eccentric appearance, ensured by the absence of hair, it has gained wide popularity not only among lovers of exotic animals, but also among cat fans who are allergic to the fur of their pets. It is also worth noting the striking relationship between the love of the owner and the lifespan of a Sphynx - the more attention he receives, the better he looks, so we strongly do not recommend getting such a cat for people who already have other pets.
Maine Coon
Maine Coons have a unique raccoon coloration. Representatives of this breed have become popular mainly due to their incredibly large size. The average weight of an adult Maine Coon is 10-15 kilograms. In addition, the pets have very beautiful thick fur and large, expressive eyes. Maine Coons are distinguished by their mobility and energy. They remain playful and curious until old age.
Abyssinian cat
Abyssinian cats are particularly elegant and graceful. They have a beautiful coat color. The most common cats are golden brown. However, there are many other colors available.
The Abyssinian cat is very active and playful. She needs a lot of care and attention. Abyssinians are easy to train and respond well to training. If desired, such a pet can be taught simple tricks and commands.
There are still many beautiful cats in the world. However, this list includes breeds that delight most pet lovers.
Turkish Angora
These cats originated from the city of Ankara in Turkey. Outwardly, they are similar to Persian cats, but if you pay more attention to the nose of Angoras, you can see the difference, since they have it elongated and more neat. They are very friendly with other pets and are also very playful. Angoras will be happy to receive the owner's attention and will not refuse hugs. They have a long, sinuous and delicate body. The ears are wide and pointed, the eyes are almond-shaped. Coat and eye color comes in a wide variety.
