With a view to adopting a kitten, or a cat, it is enlightening to look at the different breeds.
This is a good indicator of its temperament, habits and maintenance.
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The different cat breeds
According to the LOOF (Official Book of Feline Origins), there are just over sixty cat breeds.
These meet standards to be recognized, in an official capacity, by the organization.
These are most often physical traits and behavioral specificities.
With regard to this last point, we can mention three main categories:
The affectionate like the Maine Coon and the Chartreux
Demonstratives such as Siamese or Bengal
Peaceful ones, like the Persian or the Ragdoll
This information is provided to get an idea of the character of the animals.
Before adopting a cat, it should be kept in mind that it has its own temperament.
For the morphology of domestic felines, the LOOF offers other categories, such as the foreign (Somali, Abyssinian…), the semi-cobby (Devon Rex, Sphynx…) or the brevilines (Bombay, Exotic Shorthair…).
What are the most cuddly cat breeds?
If you want to adopt an affectionate cat, constantly seeking your attention, you can go for the Sacred Birman, or the Ragdoll.
These breeds are known for their cuddly side.
On the other hand, this attachment to their loved ones can induce a certain dependence, even a "pot of glue" temperament.
Other affectionate breeds include the Exotic Shorthair and the Somali.
What is the best indoor cat?
An indoor cat has a sedentary character that adapts well to life in an apartment.
That doesn't mean he never goes out, but he doesn't necessarily need to.
They are not very territorial cats.
To adopt an indoor cat, it is recommended to pay attention to the British Shorthair, the Munchkin, the Russian cat or the American Curl.
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What breed of cat can be left alone?
Due to professional or personal obligations, the availability of the master or the family plays a major role in choosing and adopting a cat.
Frequent absences require a pet that tolerates loneliness well.
This avoids causing boredom, or even stress or anxiety.
As such, the Chartreux, the Norwegian, the Turkish Angora and the Javanese can stand alone.
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Dog, rabbit, ferret... which cat gets along best with other animals?
Adopting a cat also means finding out about its sociability and its ability to accept the presence of other pets.
For example, a dog, a rabbit or even a ferret.
If it is necessary to educate it well to simplify cohabitation, there are certain facilities for the following cat breeds:
The Maine Coon
Bombay
The American Shorthair
The Japanese Bobtail
Adopting an animal commits you, it is a decision that you will have to think carefully about. Do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian or the shelter closest to you before starting. They will be able to give you their advice on the breed of cat that will suit you best.