Which Of These Cat Breeds Is The Right One For You?

Posted by Fred on October 3rd, 2006 at 05:07pm

By Niall Kennedy

There are many cat breeds out there. If you are like most
people, you don’t know much about them. In order to help you to
make a choice about breeds, here is some useful information.

Do you want a cat that can entertain himself and not get into
mischief? Then don’t consider the Sphynx, the Rex, the British
Angora and the Siamese. These cats are energetic and seem to be
looking for trouble. For those who are looking for a cat to
provide them with entertainment, these are a good choice. The
Rex is a silly cat as it will attempt to amuse you.

There are other important features to consider as well. For
example, if you want a long haired or a short haired cat. Those
who do not have the time to groom the pet daily should not
choose a long haired cat. Those who choose a long hair need to
realize the commitment in taking care of that coat. If you do
not, it can tangle and matt up and need to be shaven. And, it
can pose a health risk too.

Vocal cats are often something that many people either consider
or want nothing to do with. They can be quite noisy. Many cat
owners do not have a problem with them, others realize that
communicating with them is necessary and that in some cases, it
isn’t the right choice.

Vocal/Noisy Cat Breeds:

Siamese
Burmese
Korat

Quiet Cat Breeds:

American Curl
Scottish Fold
Somali

Attitude is your next determining factor. Some cats enjoy being
held and cuddled while others want nothing to do with humans at
all. Some cats want the attention while others do not. Choosing
which the right one for you is a much is.

Affectionate Breeds are great for children:

Snowshoe
Maine Coon
Ragdoll
Abyssinian
Tonkinese
Himalayan Persian

Reserved Breeds:

Nebelung
Russian Shorthair
Norwegian Forest Cat

Lastly, choose if you would like to go with a kitten or an
abandoned older cat. Remember that kittens need to be trained
but that adult cats can already be set in their ways. You can
find many breeds of kittens to choose from at the local cat
show and you can look for them at your local humane society as
well. These cats need homes and these organizations are usually
full to the brim with them.

I hope that you find this information useful and that it helps
you find the perfect cat.

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