Cats have taken over the world: whether in Asia, Europe, America or Africa, you find them everywhere. Even though most of these furballs are loved by humans, some are more popular than others. Let’s discover the top 12 most popular cats in the world.
The Maine Coon
The Maine Coon has grown in popularity in recent years. This cat breed became so well known because of its large size. It is the ultimate giant cat . It can easily reach 10 kilograms. Its very long tail is reminiscent of a raccoon’s. This domestic cat originates from Maine in the United States.
It stands out from other cats thanks to its unique and special personality. It is a very friendly, playful and very sociable feline. Above all, it is intelligent and very talkative. Despite its fairly long fur, it does not need much grooming. Whether in the countryside or the city, the Maine Coon adapts to any space.
Its health is just as robust and solid as it is.
The Siamese Cat
It is hard to resist the beauty of the Siamese cat, which has undeniable elegance. Its beautiful captivating eyes and slender, slim silhouette leave no one indifferent. Its coat is often lighter on the body and darker on the extremities (tail, face and ears).
Originally from Thailand, this cat comes in two different forms: the modern Siamese and the traditional Siamese. They are very easy to tell apart thanks to their physical features.
The Siamese cat is very affectionate, calm and not very playful. It never spends a moment away from its owner and is very talkative.
It is one of the oldest cat breeds in existence. Its minimum lifespan is 15 years.
European Shorthair
If you need a calm and discreet pet, the European Shorthair is for you. It is very low-key and not talkative at all. It is a medium-sized feline with irresistible round eyes and short fur. The color and pattern of its coat vary a lot.
It is the cat you find everywhere. It is very sociable and trusting. The European Shorthair loves playing with children and gets along easily with dogs.
Taking care of it is no problem. Just feed it well and watch out for hairballs building up in its throat.
The Bengal
The Bengal’s distinctive feature is its wildcat appearance. Its orange and light brown coat is reminiscent of a leopard’s. It comes from a cross between the American Shorthair and the Asian leopard cat , a wild cat.
Its looks may win you over, but beware: its wild nature can resurface at any time. It is very curious, not very obedient and does not get along easily with other animals. And in large spaces, the Bengal becomes unmanageable. Brush it and trim its claws very often.
The Bengal is a very intelligent feline that can live up to 16 years.
It is also important to know that it is prone to many health conditions.
The Ragdoll Cat
It is a majestic cat with a soft , abundant coat. Its large size is very reminiscent of the Maine Coon. It is very docile, affectionate, well-behaved and calm. Staying outdoors does not suit it.
Its coat can be red, chocolate, cream or brown. It has quite a lot in common with the Sacred Birman. Brush it two to three times a week. Also pay attention to its diet: feeding it poorly can quickly make it obese. It also often suffers from urinary stones and dental tartar.
The Persian Cat
The Persian cat is a very beautiful cat that will require a lot of grooming. It needs brushing every day.
Its gentle, calm and docile personality makes it the best companion, especially for children and older people. It does not need much attention and does not mind being left alone.
It is a very quiet cat that uses another means of communication: its eyes. Just like the Ragdoll, keeping its coat healthy requires a lot of care. Keep a close eye on it often, as it tends to escape very quickly.
Persians come in cream, gray, white, red, blue, black, tricolor or bicolor.
The Sacred Birman
The Sacred Birman is the cuddliest of all cats. Whether from you or from strangers, these felines love cuddles. It is a favorite among all cat lovers. Its eyes are very reminiscent of the Siamese, with which it is often confused. Its fur also makes it very similar to the Persian.
It is a dog-like cat. It really enjoys human company. The Birman has solid health, but from the age of seven it can be prone to certain ailments. It lives up to 15 years. It is a very clean cat.
The Sacred Birman is often cream-point, blue-point, fawn-point, red-point, seal-point…
The Sphynx
The Sphynx is a cat that stands out for its physical appearance. It has no hair on its body. Its ears are long and pointed. It is also nicknamed the “naked cat”. But in reality, its skin is not bare: it is covered in fine down. Even so, it is prone to several skin diseases.
This feline appeared quite recently in Canada.
The Siberian Cat
The Siberian cat is also a new breed that quickly won the hearts of cat lovers.
It has no particular health problems. Just take good care of its fur so it does not swallow too much. The Siberian cat is hypoallergenic.
The Russian Blue
The Russian Blue is a very easy cat to recognize. Its usually blue-gray coat and green eyes give it a unique look.
Don’t be surprised to often see it alone in a corner. It is a very shy cat , wary and loves peace and quiet above all.
The Chartreux
Originally from Syria, the Chartreux is one of the oldest cat breeds in the world. No one can resist its gold to copper eyes.
The Norwegian Forest Cat
The Norwegian cat, or Norwegian Forest Cat, is a wild-looking cat. However, it is very affectionate.
If you want to adopt one, know that it needs a lot of space to live.
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