While cats are renowned for their independent and adventurous traits, this is not the case for all cat breeds.
Indeed, some cats, calmer and more home-like, are quite suited to apartment living.
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indoor cats
are often very attached to their master and in need of attention and cuddles.
They will nevertheless be able to support your absences (during the day, for example), if you make some arrangements: toys, scratching post, cat tree, baskets and dedicated resting places ...
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Persian
The ultimate indoor cat, the Persian is a calm cat who will appreciate spending long hours on your sofa.
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The ultimate indoor cat, the Persian is a calm cat who will appreciate spending long hours on your sofa.
Hug excessively, the Persian cat is fusional with its master.
He will demand a lot of attention from you and will not like your absences.
It will therefore be necessary to accustom him gradually and to offer him moments of play and affection when he returns home.
Lifespan: The life expectancy of a Persian cat is, on average, between 12 years and 15 years.
Size and Weight: The Persian is a medium to large sized cat.
In adulthood, it can measure up to 30 cm and weigh between 3 and 5 kg.
Coat: known for its majestic fur, the Persian has a long, silky coat.
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American Curl
A cat with curled ears, the American Curl is an affectionate and home-loving cat.
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A cat with curled ears, the American Curl is an affectionate and home-loving cat, who will appreciate a calm family life.
Indoor feline, it has a gentle and calm character.
The American Curl can be playful when he wants to.
You will need to pay attention to his special ears and have them checked during your visits to the vet.
Lifespan: The life expectancy of an American Curl cat is, on average, between 13 years and 16 years.
Size and Weight: The American Curl is a medium to large cat that can grow up to 35cm.
Females will weigh between 3 to 5 kg, and males will weigh between 4 to 7 kg.
Coat: There are two types of American Curl, a long-haired, silky-haired variety, and a short, soft-haired variety.
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The Carthusian
The Carthusian monk is an ideal breed for apartment living.
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The Carthusian monk is an ideal breed for apartment living.
Calm and homey, he will adapt perfectly to indoor life.
With its majestic blue gray coat, it will seduce you with its kindness and softness.
The Carthusian or Maltese cat nonetheless has a strong character that he will know how to temper with his masters, to whom he is very attached.
Lifespan: the life expectancy of a Carthusian cat is, on average, between 15 years and 20 years.
Size and weight: the Carthusian is a large cat that can reach 40 cm and weigh between 4 and 7 kg.
Coat: Carthusian coat is short, soft and of a unique blue-gray color.
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The Ragdoll
Intelligent and gentle, the Ragdoll likes calm and safe environments.
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The Ragdoll is a gentle giant, making it a perfect apartment companion for your family.
Intelligent and gentle, the Ragdoll likes calm and safe environments.
Very affectionate, he likes the contact of his masters and as for the Persian, it will be advisable to offer him occupations during your absences.
Lifespan: The life expectancy of the Ragdoll is, on average, between 12 years and 17 years.
Size and weight: The Ragdoll is a large cat that can reach almost 40 cm.
Females will weigh between 3 to 8 kg, and males, between 4 to 9 kg.
Coat: the Ragdoll's coat is mid-length and particularly silky.
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The Sphynx
Calm and very affectionate, the Sphynx is a perfect companion for apartment living Beautiful Sphynx cat -yuriygolub_Adobe Stock
The Sphynx or hairless cat leaves no one indifferent.
Some love it, some don't, but in any case, the Sphynx is a unique cat with a lot of qualities.
Calm and very affectionate, he is a perfect companion for apartment living.
If the Sphynx does not require more care than a classic cat, it will still take care of its skin by moisturizing it regularly with a cream.
Lifespan: The life expectancy of the Sphynx is, on average, between 8 years and 15 years.
Size and Weight: The Sphynx measures approximately 30cm and weighs between 3 and 5 kg.
Coat: if the Sphynx does not have hair as such, it nevertheless has a light down on the body.