100+ Cat Breed: Domestic cat breeds

Cat breeds are animals of the same species, artificially bred by humans and having similar characteristics in appearance (phenotype) and character. Thus, a cat breed is not only animals with the necessary set of phenotypic, but also with a set of certain genetic data, which is documented. To find out what cat breeds exist and what features each cat breed has, read our article.

What is a cat breed?

A cat breed is a collection of cats artificially created by man and characterized by: certain hereditary characteristics, hereditarily fixed productivity, and appearance.

Cats are distinguished into a separate breed of cats depending on the following characteristics:

• body type;
• coat and eye color;
• length of wool, its presence or absence;
• interesting morphological features (short tail, ears pressed to the head, etc.).

Male and female cats of different cat breed differ from each other in a set of these signs, which must be unique.

How many cat breeds are there?

A cat breed is an animal corresponding to one of the officially recognized cat breeds. That is, if cat breeds are not documented by international organizations, it does not formally exist.

Different international systems recognize different numbers of cat breeds, as each of them has its own recognition process: some systems are more conservative, others less. Therefore, the answer to the question of how many cat breeds there are in the world will be several numbers at once. Thus, the WCF organization recognizes about 70 cat breeds, CFA - 40, CFF - 30, FIFe - 50, TICA - 70. The data are approximate, rounded to tens, because. the number of recognized cat breeds by an organization is constantly changing.

Classification of cat breeds and cat breed identifier system

What breeds of cats are there? Feline cat breeds are divided into several groups - by different international organizations in different ways. Cat breeds fall into one or another group depending on a number of characteristics.

FIFe (Fédération Internationale Féline, International Cat Federation) divides cat breeds into 4 categories:

• exotic and Persian;
• semi-longhair;
• shorthair and somali;
• oriental (eastern).

WCF (World Cat Federation) divides cat breeds into 4 groups:

• long-haired;
• semi-longhair;
• short-haired;
• Siamese Oriental
• hairless.

Cat breeds in alphabetical order: catalog, names, photos, descriptions

And now we will talk specifically about what cat breeds are with photos and names. Our catalog of cat breeds includes only varieties registered by international organizations.

Almost all presented in our catalog are cat breeds for apartments. But there are a few that are better suited for keeping in a large house with access to the street. We mention this in their descriptions. So what breeds of cats are there?

List of cat breeds (cat breed chart)

1. Abyssinian cat breed

International cat breed identifier: ABY. Country of origin: Ethiopia. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Abyssinians cat breed are active companion cats that will not let their owners get bored. They do not like to sit on their hands, but they love physical activity, are talkative and curious. It is believed that this is one of the most ancient breeds of cats in the world: it was she who was allegedly depicted in ancient Egyptian paintings.

 

2. Australian smoky cat breed (Australian mist)

International cat breed identifier: AUM. Country of origin: Australia. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This cat breed is not recognized anywhere except in Australia, where it was bred. The thing is that the breeders wanted to breed a cat that was as similar as possible to the Burmese, but with a spotted color, and this quality alone is not enough for official recognition. In our latitudes, this cat breed is a rarity, although it has good characteristics: sociability, cheerfulness, temperament.

3. Asian cat breed

International cat breed identifier: ASI (shorthair) and TIF (semi-longhair - Chantilly-Tiffany). Country of origin: Asian - Great Britain, tiffany - USA. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Asian cat is a descendant of the Burmese, and its semi-longhair variety is called Chantilly Tiffany. These kitties are affectionate, somewhat obsessive, follow the owner with a tail. They love to play and get along great with children and other pets. If they are taught to do this, they like to walk on the street. At the same time, they are intelligent and intelligent felines, talkative and inquisitive.

4. Altai blue-eyed cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Altai blue-eyed cat breed has a distinctive feature of bright blue eyes, which appear with different coat colors. In other cat breeds, blue-eyed cats are either pointy or white-colored. In other respects, Altai are similar to yard cats, from which they originated. By nature, they are friendly and love games, but they are noticeably independent. The males are very calm and even a little goofy, so that in this breed of cats every person can find something that he likes.

5. American Wirehair cat breed

International cat breed identifier: AWH. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The American Wirehair cat was bred on a farm in 1966. The dominant gene for a very hard coat was easily fixed by crossing with ordinary yard cats. Perhaps this is one of the simplest stories of breeding cat breeds in the world.

6. American Shorthair cat breed

International cat breed identifier: ASH. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The American Shorthair arrived in the United States with the first settlers from Europe in 1620. So it can rightly be called an old breed of cat. As a result of the settlement of these cats on the new continent, they began to live as yard cats in almost every house. That is, we can say that this is the original breed of cats, and all the original breeds of cats are characterized by excellent health and good character. American cats love to sit on their hands, which makes their owners very happy.

7. American Bobtail cat breed

International cat breed identifier: АВТ. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The main feature of all cat breed bobtails is a shortened tail. These cats do not dock their tails, they have them from birth. And there are no health problems in this regard. Also, the genetic mutation does not affect agility and jumping ability in any way. By nature, these cats are calm, patient, kind and affectionate. He treats his fellows very well, because the only thing they can not stand is loneliness. By the way, cat breeds are well trained.

8. American Curl cat breed

International cat breed identifier: ACL (semi-longhair) and ACS (shorthair). Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The main distinguishing feature of this cat breed is its intricately curved ears. By nature, they are docile and friendly cats. They are very fond of games and need a wide variety of toys. Due to their energy, they need to be kept in a larger apartment or even in a house.

9. Analostanka royal cat breed

International cat breed identifier: none. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The royal analostanka has a stocky build with rather short legs. The coat is semi-long, dense. The eyes are large, round, set wide apart. These cats are called royal because of their aristocratic manners. These are very well-mannered animals, however, they are playful and mobile. A negative feature of cat breeds is that their representatives have a very changeable mood.

10. Anatolian cat breed (Turkish Shorthair)

International cat breed identifier: ANA. Country of origin: Turkey. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This aboriginal cat breed is related to Van cats, but they are similar only in appearance. These are almost not meowing animals, and their sounds are more like chirping. And this breed of cats also has a way of running after the ball and bringing it back to the owner.

11. Arabian Mau cat breed

International cat breed identifier: ARM. Country of origin: Arabian Peninsula. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Arabian (Arabian) Mau cat breed is elegant and graceful, has a wild color. Actually, this cat breed comes from a forest cat, which has an ideal disguise. Once these cats lived in the deserts and nailed to the settlements of people. Today's representatives of the cat breed are independent, but at the same time they are attached to a person, require a lot of attention and are very active.

12. Ashera cat breed (Savannah)

International cat breed identifier: none. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This cat breed is the case when people invent things that have already been invented. The cat breed was bred in 2007 using an African serval and a domestic cat. But then they conducted a genetic examination and found out that the result was a classic representative of the Savannah cat breeds, bred in the USA back in the 1980s as a result of crossing an African serval and a domestic cat. Modern savannahs are cats for keeping in a large house with access to an open-air cage on the street. They are very expensive. And the character is close to the wild.

13. Aphrodite giant cat breed

International cat breed identifier: APL (semi-longhair) and APS (shorthair). Country of origin: Cyprus. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Aphrodites appeared in the highlands of Cyprus many thousands of years ago. But as a separate cat breed, the giant Aphrodite was announced only in 2009. The current appearance of these cats suggests a large muscular body, high growth, a triangular head, slanting eyes, silky hair. A soft calm character complement the image of an ideal cat.

14. Balinese cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BAL. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Balinese originate from shorthaired Siamese cats. The modern look of cat breeds is suitable for sociable people who are ready to pay a lot of attention to their pets. these kitties do not like loneliness, they are smart and curious, energetic and at the same time gentle. This animal follows the owner on the heels, gets along with children and other animals, if it is not offended, and talks a lot, a lot.

15. Bambino cat breed

International cat breed identifier: none. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

So far, this is an experimental cat breed, resulting from the mating of Sphynxes and Munchkins. Like the Sphynx, this cat has little or no hair. And the legs are short, like a munchkin. These cats are compared in appearance to dachshunds. The forehead is wrinkled and must be cleaned regularly.

16. Bengal cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BEN. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The first Bengals are hybrids of a domestic cat and a wild Bengal cat. Bengal cats are cats: they are graceful and independent, but at the same time true friends and well trained, which is typical for dogs. This breed of cats, due to its activity and jumping ability, needs large spaces, so it is advisable to start it in a large house, and not in an apartment. And bengals are very talkative - they accompany every thought with different sounds.

17. Burmese cat breed (sacred Burmese)

International cat breed identifier: SBI. Country of origin: Myanmar. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The color of these cats is always only color-point. These are calm and obedient cats, gentle and aristocratic. Cat breeds are suitable for those who like their pet to sit on their hands. Such an animal knows how to adapt to the mood of the owner, but it also treats strangers well. Usually these cats are calm and not talkative.

18. Bohemian Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no. Country of origin: Czech Republic. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Bohemian Rex look like Persians, only with curly hair. They also have a calm temperament, they are friendly, obedient and affectionate. Apparently, because of such a strong resemblance to the Persians, international organizations still do not want to register them. In fact, these are Persians with curly hair.

19. Bombay cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BOM. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The purpose of breeding this cat breed is to make a domestic cat a miniature copy of a wild panther. And the breeder succeeded. The coat of the cat is black and shiny, the figure is slender and graceful. But by nature, Bombays are not at all wild: they are friendly, playful, well trained and attached to the owner.

20. Brazilian cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BRA. Country of origin: Brazil. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Brazilian cats are the natives of their country. The Brazilians themselves treated them as completely ordinary outbred yard animals. But then experts noticed that these animals are unique, that is, they can be distinguished into a separate breed of cats. Of course, to form it, it took selection. Today's Brazilian cats are great for noisy families with children, excellent at catching mice and have good health.

21. Bramble cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Bramblam as an experimental cat breed for only a few years. Their distinguishing features are wiry short hair. But the character is not hard, but vice versa. Plus, such pets love to sit on their hands, which is a problem for many other breeds of cats.

22. British cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BRI (shorthair) and BLH (longhair). Country of origin: England. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The British Shorthair cat is unique in the quality of its coat - plush, with a stuffed undercoat. This is a large cat with heavy bones: suitable for those who love meaty seals. But her character is already very independent: she can sit alone for hours, and she can react aggressively to persistent caresses and attention. This cat breed is great for people who are constantly away from home.

23. Burmese cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BUR. Country of origin: Myanmar. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This is an ancient cat breed from Burma (Myanmar), which people believed to be the reincarnation of deceased monks. Today, the Burmese cat is available in several types: American, European, modern and hybrid. Burmese are very sociable, frisky and artistic: they like to play for the audience. They are very affectionate and sometimes like to sit on their hands.

24. Burmilla cat breed

International cat breed identifier: BMI. Country of origin: England. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  The cat breed appeared by accident when a Persian cat ran away from home and mated with a yard friend of the Burmese cat breeds. They have kittens of very interesting appearance. As a result, young cat breeds have the following standards: a graceful body, thick short or long hair. Colors: shaded, smoky, solid or brindle. These cats are energetic, gentle, good-natured and affectionate. Because of curiosity, they often get into stories.

25. Havana cat breed

International cat breed identifier: HVB. Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  Havana is the product of love between a Siamese and a domestic black cat. These are rather graceful cats with an elongated muzzle, have a chocolate color. They are moderately talkative, playful, easy to care for, intelligent and easy to get along with people and other pets.

  26. German Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: GRX. Country of origin: Germany. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

A distinctive feature of cat breeds is short curly hair. They took her out of the Russian Blue and Angora. These cats are lazy, though playful. They easily get along with people and are obedient.

27. Himalayan cat breed

International cat breed identifier: PER. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This cat breed is the result of crossing Siamese and Persian cats. The Himalayan beauty has a Siamese color and long hair. From the Persians, the Himalayans took a balanced character, but in comparison with the Persians they are more energetic - a clear influence of the Siamese ancestors. However, many felinological organizations consider the Himalayan to be a variation of the Persian cat breed. They even register under the same code as the Persians. The breeds of cats are very similar.

28. Devon Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: DRX. Country of origin: UK. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  A characteristic external feature of cat breeds is the almost complete absence of guard hairs. These kitties are active, bouncy, quiet - in general, ideal candidates for pets.

29. Don Sphynx cat breed

International cat breed identifier: DSX. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  This cat breed is a hairless cat with an expressive wrinkled face. This is an ideal pet, in terms of character: loving, not aggressive, not vindictive, playful, calm. But the content has its own nuances associated with bare skin. Therefore, before you start a Sphynx, you need to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of cat breeds.

30. Dragon Li cat breed (Chinese Li Hua Mao)

Country of origin: China. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

A relatively young cat breed: it was first presented at an exhibition in 2003. The Chinese are already used to it, but in our latitudes, whether a dragon is a rarity. This cat breed is closely related to wild Chinese cats. The character is independent, strong and sociable.

31. European Shorthair cat breed (Celtic)

International cat breed identifier: EUR. Country of origin: European countries. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

At first glance, it may seem that European shorthair cats are ordinary murks living in yards. In fact, this is a separate breed of cat, but it does have close ties to wild ancestors. And according to the standard, these cats are prescribed to be free from external signs of impurities from any other recognized cat breeds.

  32. Egyptian Mau cat breed

International cat breed identifier: MAU. Country of origin: Egypt. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  The cat has a spotted color. Interestingly, these spots are not only on the coat, but also on the skin, like leopards. Egyptian Mau cat breeds must have a pattern in the form of the letter M above the eyes and W at the level of the ears. By nature, these cats are sociable: loneliness is not for them. Affectionate, playful, mobile. And they are also champions among cats in running speed - up to 58 km / h.

  33. York cat breed

International cat breed identifier: YOR. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The York cat is sociable and affectionate, sometimes to the point of obsession. Likes to sit on his hands. This cat breed is suitable for those who want a dog, only a more passive version of it, but not yet ready to get a real dog.

34. California shining cat breed

International cat breed identifier: CLS. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  The breeding project involved crossbreeding several different cat breeds, such as the American Shorthair, Siamese, British Shorthair and Abyssinian. The word "radiant" refers to the appearance: animals have an unusually beautiful coat color with dark spots that look like bird feathers. One of the main distinguishing features of this breed of cats is their restlessness.

35. Kanaani cat breed

International cat breed identifier: KAN. Country of origin: Israel. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The experimental Kanaani cat breed (Kanaani) looks like a wild forest cat, but at the same time retains a domestic character - affection for a person, calmness, affection and playfulness. But these cats have character: stubbornness and self-confidence are in their blood.

  36. Canadian Sphynx cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SPH. Country of origin: Canada. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Sphynx - cat breeds for those who want the cat to sit on their hands all the time. Sphinxes love this business. True, not only because of love for the owner, but also because they are constantly freezing. By the way, this breed of cats is problematic in terms of skin care: it can burn in the sun or sweat. Also, these cats definitely need clothes.

37. Caracat cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no, experimental cat breeds. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The caracat is a hybrid breed of a domestic cat and a caracal, a steppe lynx that is found in Africa and Asia. Caracat of all hybrid cat breeds has one of the best characters, so it is suitable for home keeping. However, this is a very expensive cat, besides, the owners must have a large house and an aviary on the street.

38. Karelian bobtail cat breed

International cat breed identifier: KAB. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This is an aboriginal (original) cat breed of cats, officially recognized by the WCF system. A distinctive feature is a short tail 4-13 cm long. The coat is short or medium in length and very dense. Another interesting feature is the chirping voice. Plus cat breeds - almost all of its male representatives do not mark, because. In nature, Karelian Bobtails do not live alone, like most cats, but in prides, like lions.

39. Kaumani cat breed

Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Odd-eyed kaumani with white hair and a graceful body - this is the ideal standard for cat breeds. However, many among them are those who have both eyes of the same color. The character is sociable, friendly.

40. Cymric cat breed (Kymrik)

International cat breed identifier: CYM. Country of origin: UK. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Another tailless cat with dense luxurious hair. They are exceptionally kind and friendly, playful and affectionate, smart and easily remember a large amount of information. But these cats are touchy, although they are not vindictive and will not take revenge.

41. Kinkalow cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no, experimental. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Kinkalow is the result of mating Curls and Munchkins. As a result, she has bizarrely curved ears and short legs. There are only a few dozen of these cats in the world, although, most likely, due to their affectionate nature and unusual appearance, they will soon win their audience.

Ring-tailed cat breed (American ringtail)

International cat breed identifier: no, experimental. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

As you probably guessed by the name, these cats have an original tail, folded in a ringlet. They are also unusual in that they love water. Also, ring-tailed seals love to climb on the tops, and in general they are quite active. Usually attached to one owner, but love all family members.

Korat cat breed

International cat breed identifier: KOR. Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These cats are originally from Thailand and are similar to Russian Blues in color and body structure. They have unique beauty, round, expressive, wide-open eyes with a slight slanting. By nature, Korats are energetic, bold and affectionate.

Cornish Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: CRX. Country of origin: England. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Cornish Rex has a short, thick curly coat that resembles astrakhan. These cats have good health and domestic character. Cat breeds are considered hypoallergenic, although, in fact, this is a misconception. But the fact that the Cornish have a sharp mind and excellent training abilities is true.

Kurilian bobtail cat breed

International cat breed identifier: KBL (semi-longhair) and KBS (shorthair). Country of origin: Kurile Islands. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Kurilian Bobtail is almost without a tail, like all bobtails. Their tails are not stopped, as you might think: in fact, they are born that way. And this mutation absolutely does not impair health.

Laperm cat breed

International cat breed identifier: LPM. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

LaPerm cat breeds look bizarre - as if they were shocked: their hair sticks out like that. The appearance of cat breeds is not for everyone. But these cats have excellent characteristics: playfulness, intelligence, affection, intelligence, friendliness.

Lykoi cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Lykoi is a partially hairless mutant of the domestic shorthair cat. Be sure to have a bald mask on the face. Colors: roan, black and smoky. For the ominous appearance of the face, it is also called a werewolf cat.

Lambkin cat breed (Pygmy Rex)

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These are long-haired dwarf cats with curly hair. Not a cat, but an eternal kitten!

Munchkin cat breed

International cat breed identifier: MNL (semi-longhair) and MNS (shorthair). Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These cats are compared with dachshunds, because. they have very short legs. Because of the short legs, the Munchkin has an interesting habit: when he needs to see something in the distance, he does not stand on his paws, but sits on his ass. These kitties look like a doll - they touch and amuse at the same time.

Maine Coon cat breed (Manx raccoon cat)

International cat breed identifier: MCO. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Maine Coon is the king of domestic cats. So it can be called because of the size and majestic article. Maine Coon pets are the largest cat breeds: weight can reach 12 kg (and this is not obesity, but the normal condition of especially large coons). By nature, this is an independent animal that does not like to sit on its hands, but prefers higher places. However, he knows how to be friends and follows the owner like a dog - accompanies and sits next to him.

51. Mekong bobtail cat breed

International cat breed identifier: MBT. Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Another representative of the short-tailed. Otherwise, the Mekong Bobtail is similar to the Thai cat breed. They are called cat-dogs, because. the character is a bit like a dog: such cats are well trained, bring toys to the owner, and also like to follow him everywhere.

52. Minskin cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Cat breeds were obtained by crossing the Munchkin, Sphynx, Burmese and Devon Rex. As a result, the Minskin has almost bare skin, except for the hairy areas on the muzzle, paws and tail, pointy color, short legs, and quickness and tenderness are combined in character.

53. Manx cat breed

International cat breed identifier: MAN. Country of origin: Isle of Man. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Another cat breed with a short tail. This kitty with a friendly character, great patience and playfulness will become an excellent companion.

54. Napoleon cat breed (Minuet)

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This is a fluffy breed of cats, characterized by short legs. She is obedient, patient, affectionate and human-oriented. If you want to have an “eternal kitten” that will look young even as an adult, then choose Napoleon.

55. Neva Masquerade cat breed

International cat breed identifier: NEV. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This is a cat breed that originated from the Siberian, but at the same time has a point color. These cats are self-sufficient, do not require much attention in terms of communication. They are aristocratic, friendly, moderately playful. Suitable for working people who are at home for several hours a day.

56. Nibelung cat breed

International cat breed identifier: NEB. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

A rare cat can boast that she is a Nibelung. But in fact, this is a long-haired variation of the Russian blue cat. From her, she took not only her appearance, but also her character: calm, friendly, affectionate.

57. Norwegian Forest cat breed

International cat breed identifier: NFO. Country of origin: Norway. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The progenitors of this breed of cats lived in the forest in harsh conditions, therefore their descendants - modern representatives of cat breeds - have a very thick coat and a peculiar character, a bit reminiscent of wild. But this is also the most affectionate creature, if, of course, it wants to. And not any owner can be awarded such an honor.

58. Shorthair oriental cat breed

International cat breed identifier: OKH. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Orientals are now fashionable cat breeds. They have an exotic appearance, strong temperament, early and pronounced sexuality. These pets are active and playful. They should be started only by those who can pay enough attention to the pet and ensure safety in the house, because. these cats can climb into the narrowest passages and the highest places in the house.

59. Oriental semi-longhair cat breed (mandarin)

International cat breed identifier: OSL. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Oriental Longhair Mandarin Cat is not named so because of its color: in fact, their colors are not only red. These are graceful, but large cats, with powerful muscles and indefatigable energy. Therefore, they need all sorts of projectiles at home to splash out energy. At the same time, the mandarin will not impose itself on the owner, although he will really want to communicate with him. So as soon as the owner is free from business, the mandarin cat will gladly turn his attention to him.

60. Ocicat cat breed

International cat breed identifier: OCI. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Ocicat has the appearance of a wild cat - an elongated muzzle and tabby color. By nature, these animals are playful, affectionate, affectionate. They love to talk. Easy to learn and get along with people.

61. Panteretta cat breed

International cat breed identifier: experimental cat breeds. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Panteretta is the result of crossing Bengals and Maine Coons, or a black pixie bob and an Amur leopard cat. This is an experimental but recognized breed of cat, resembling a panther in appearance. And from the panther she has not only appearance: panterettas are vigilant and self-confident.

62. Persian cat breed

International cat breed identifier: PER. Country of origin: Iran. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

A Persian cat is like a pillow: it lies on the bed all day long and allows itself to be squeezed - either it doesn’t matter to it, or it’s just too lazy to get up. One way or another, the Persians have a wonderful disposition that allows them to get along with even the most obsessive owners. The Persian cat can be traditional in appearance, and sometimes extreme, when the nose is so small that it seems to be turned up. The first cats are considered classics, the second - for an amateur.

63. Peterbald cat breed

International cat breed identifier: PBD. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Peterbald cat breed was bred to be a hairless cat with elongated facial features. These cats can sweat and sunbathe, and also freeze easily. So all kinds of jackets and overalls will become an integral part of her wardrobe. Well, it's stylish!

64. Pixie bob cat breed

Country of origin: Canada. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The goal of the breeders who bred the short-tailed elf (pixibob) was to create a cat breed of cats that looks like a lynx. To do this, they crossed domestic cats with wild forest cats. It turned out or not - judge for yourself.

65. Poodlecat cat breed

Country of origin: Germany. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This artificially bred cat breed suggests a thick, curly coat, hence the name. While this is an experimental cat breed that is just being formed, its final standard has not yet been approved.

66. Ragamuffin cat breed

International cat breed identifier: RGM. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Ragamuffin is a recognized cat breed descended from outbred cats and the Ragdoll. In character and appearance, ragamuffins are similar to ragdolls, but they have a much more diverse color scheme.

67. Russian blue cat breed

International cat breed identifier: RUS. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Russian Blues are graceful, affectionate, docile and friendly cats familiar in our latitudes. Their voice is very quiet, and Russian Blues do not really like to give it. These are cats in blue color with plush fur, which is pleasant to stroke.

68. Ragdoll cat breed

International cat breed identifier: RAG. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Ragdoll cats have a plush disposition and become soft as soon as they fall into their hands. This is their essential feature. But there is one minus in connection with it - they do not know how to roll over in the air so as to fall on their paws, so they should never be dropped. For this reason, we would not advise those who have small children in the family to have such an animal.

69. Safari cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Safari is the result of crossing domestic cats and the wild African Geoffroy cat. But the problem is that because of the different set of chromosomes in the original animals, their descendants were infertile. As a result, this practically nullified all the work on cat breeds.

70. Seychellois cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SYL, SYS. Country of origin: UK. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Seychelles cat breeds are very rare. Her ancestors were from the Seychelles, but the cat breed was bred in the UK. These are elegant and graceful, active and playful, temperamental cats with character.

  71. Selkirk Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SRX. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  This cat breed has long-haired and short-haired varieties. But the coat in both cases is curly and quite hard. Although born in litters and kittens with straight hair. Representatives of cat breeds are jokingly called poodles and sheep. This is facilitated not only by appearance, but also by a peaceful character.

72. Serengeti cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Serengeti is a breed of cat, similar in appearance to the wild serval, but still easier to keep due to the fact that domestic cats were used in the selection. The Serengeti has long, muscular legs, a short, glossy coat, and a graceful build. Serengeti are active, playful, sociable.

73. Siamese cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SIA. Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Siamese cats are considered evil, but they are not. In fact, they are temperamental and therefore it may seem so. But these are very affectionate animals that will give odds to many other cat breeds. Therefore, if you want an affectionate cat, study the Siamese in more detail.

74. Siberian cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SIB. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Siberian cat in the CIS is considered traditional; at one time, it was the Siberian that lived in every second family of cat breeders. Today there are not so many of these kitties in most regions, because. they are out of fashion. But in vain. These cats, although somewhat harsh in nature, are still smart and well trained, and therefore they have and will always have fans. In addition, they are perfectly adapted to cold climates and can walk outside in harsh winters. Well, if suddenly the heating is turned off at home, this is not a problem for them either.

75. Singaporean cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SIN. Country of origin: Singapore. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These are short-haired cats with a graceful physique. Outwardly, they give the impression of calm and gentle cats with a mild character. The way it is. The Singapura cat is the epitome of femininity and complaisance.

76. Scottish Fold cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SFS. Country of origin: Scotland. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Perhaps one of the most popular cat breeds in the world today is the Scottish Fold, or Scottish Fold. This kitty is distinguished by unique small ears pressed to the head. Because of this, and also because of the round head with stuffed cheeks and huge eyes, Scottish folds have a signature baby face (childish facial expression).

77. Scottish Straight cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SFS 71. Country of origin: Scotland. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Scottish Straights are sister cat breeds to Scottish Folds, only with erect ears. Moreover, for the correct breeding of Scottish folds, they are simply necessary. Many confuse them with the British cat breeds, with the help of which the Scottish one was bred. But these are two different breeds of cats with different personalities: the British are harsh introverts, and the Scots are affectionate extroverts who follow their owner everywhere. True, the Scots also do not like to sit on their hands.

78. Snowshoe cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SNO. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The name of the cat breeds translates as "snow shoe": snowshoe cats have white slippers. Among the ancestors of snowshoes, they have Siamese, but they differ greatly in character: snowshoes are calm, patient, affectionate, they become attached to the owner so much that they can follow him around all day.

79. Sokoke cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SOK. Country of origin: Kenya. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

If you want an African cat whose ancestors descended from the trees of the savannas, then you definitely need to pay attention to the sokoke. Cats of this cat breed recognized by felinological organizations are human-oriented, but not intrusive, playful and ready to follow the owner everywhere, no matter what he does.

80. Somali cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SOM. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Somali is a variety of Abyssinian cat breeds, only with long hair. Once upon a time, breeders noticed that Abyssinian couples periodically give birth to kittens with long hair and decided to fix this feature in a separate cat breed. In our latitudes, the Somali is a rarity, but all over the world it is one of the most popular cat breeds due to its majestic appearance and excellent character: sociable, playful and cheerful.

81. Thai cat breed

International cat breed identifier: THA. Country of origin: Thailand. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Thai cats are always pointy in color - the pigment of the wool is displaced on the muzzle, ears, paws and tail, the rest of the body is light. In Thailand, this color is considered sacred. Thais are curious and fearless, they get along well with other animals, they know how to express emotions with facial expressions and different shades of “meow”, they are well accustomed to walking on the street.

  82. Tennessee rex cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Tennessee Rex has a corkscrew-like coat that shines in the sun. The combination of curly and shiny coat is not found in other cat breeds, making the Tennessee Rex unique. By nature, representatives of this breed of cats are sociable and delicate.

83. Toy bob cat breed

International cat breed identifier: TOB. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

  That bean has practically no tail. The reason for this is a random genetic mutation. In addition to the short tail, that beans also have a small body - an adult animal grows no more than a six-month-old kitten. By nature, they are also like kittens: they like to be in the center of attention and play, they do not show aggression, they are easy to learn.

84. Toyger cat breed (tiger)

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This is a tiger in miniature: the name of cat breeds means “toy tiger”. Toyger, indeed, a small tiger, judging by appearance. But internally, it is still a domestic cat, because. tigers did not participate in its breeding in any way.

85. Tonkinese cat breed

International cat breed identifier: TON. Country of origin: Canada and USA. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These are point cats of the color of natural mink, champagne, platinum or blue mink, as well as mink and Burmese color. These are fearless cats who are happy to communicate and love their owners very much.

86. Topaz cat breed (ohos azules)

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The hallmark of this breed of cat is bright blue or blue eyes or odd eyes (when one eye is blue and the other is green or copper). For all their beauty, Ojos Azules cats are also calm, sociable, affectionate, patient, and delicate.

87. Turkish angora cat breed

International cat breed identifier: TUA. Country of origin: Turkey. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Turkish Angora cats have a silky coat and a graceful yet strong body. Their main external feature is a luxurious peacock tail. But this cat breed is not suitable for everyone: Angoras are talkative, active, demonstrative, temperamental, with character (even aggressive). But how they love their owners and how smart they are! Angorok, for example, can be taught to turn on and off the light.

88. Turkish van cat breed

International cat breed identifier: TUV. Country of origin: Turkey. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This aboriginal breed of cats, which has passed natural selection, and therefore has good health. These cats are beautiful, sociable, temperamental, with character. Their wool is water-repellent: vans can swim and fish. These cats are very mobile, therefore they are suitable only for active owners who are not too lazy to play with a pet.

89. Ukrainian Levkoy cat breed

Country of origin: Ukraine. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Ukrainian Levkoy is a cat that does not have hair, but has lying ears. It was bred quite recently on the basis of crossing Scottish folds and the Don Sphynx. This cat breed has not yet been officially recognized; a very small number of breeders are engaged in it.

90. Ural Rex cat breed

International cat breed identifier: URX and URL. Country of origin: USSR. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Russian aboriginal cat breeds with curly hair. A distinctive feature is that they themselves do not shed their hair well, that is, molting is weakly expressed. This means that cats of this breed of cats need to be brushed regularly to remove dead hairs, but they themselves will not add hair to your morning coffee.

91. Highland fold cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SFL. Country of origin: Scotland. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Highland Fold is an interesting variety of Scottish cat breeds that has a semi-long coat, but is included in the longhair category. These kitties also have ears “stuck” to the head and a round muzzle with large eyes, like Scottish folds. Cat breeds differ only in hair. Some breeders point out that there are differences in character: the Highlands have a softer one, because they were brought out with the help of peace-loving Persians.

92. Highland straight cat breed

International cat breed identifier: SFL71. Country of origin: Scotland. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Highland Straight is a type of Scottish semi-longhair cat, only with straight ears. By nature, it is also softer than Scottish. Today, such a variety as Highland is becoming increasingly popular.

93. Highlander cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

These pets have a very unusual appearance: curved, like a Curl, ears and a short or missing tail. The first representatives of the cat breeds were the product of crossing domestic cats and mountain lynx. This cat breed has wild coat colors, it is muscular and strong. The owners of the Highlanders admit that their character is more like a dog: they get along well in a team, whether there are people around, dogs or even smaller animals than the Highlanders themselves.

94. Ceylon cat breed

International cat breed identifier: CEY. Country of origin: Sri Lanka. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Ceylon cats are fabulously beautiful, like wild animals. Color - from sand to golden. The body is small, graceful. The temper corresponds to the appearance: playful, agile. But at the same time, these pets are accommodating and affectionate.

95. Chito cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no, experimental cat breeds. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Chito is a love product of Ocicats and Bengals. The goal of the breeder is to breed a domestic cat with the appearance of a cheetah. On the way to obtaining the final phenotype of cat breeds, the breeder succeeded: Chito have a glossy coat with rosettes and a muscular body, which really makes them look like wild counterparts.

96. Chartreuse cat breed (Carthusian cat)

International cat breed identifier: CHA. Country of origin: France. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Her ancestors are from the Middle East, and the first breeders are representatives of the monastic order. The Carthusian cat was the favorite pet of Charles de Gaulle. In general, her story deserves respect. Although the appearance is unremarkable - short blue hair and golden eyes. The character is calm, independent, friendly

97. Shawzi cat breed (Chauzi)

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

A very young cat breed, not yet recognized by most felinological organizations. However, this circumstance did not prevent her from becoming one of the most expensive cat breeds in the world due to a mixture of wild temperament and the temperament of a tame pet. Chausies are independent but friendly. They are very predatory, but get along well with dogs. A fun and at the same time problematic feature is that they, like dogs, stock up on food, which can come as a surprise to the owner.

98. Aegean cat breed

International cat breed identifier: no, experimental cat breeds. Country of origin: Greece. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The Aegean cat breeds are quite new, having only been started around 20 years ago. It is popular in Greece, but rare for our latitudes. These cats are loved for their hunting qualities, good bathing habits, agility, playfulness and loyalty. Cat breeds are suitable only for active people.

99. Exotic cat breed

International cat breed identifier: EXO. Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The brightest baby face, up to infantilism, is among exotics. These are relatives of the Persians, only with extremely developed features: huge eyes and an upturned nose. The head is round, the coat is short and plush (in the short-haired variety) or long. It is worth considering that these cats are brachycephalic, and therefore they may have problems with breathing difficulties. In general, cat breeds are quite healthy.

100. Elf cat breed

Country of origin: American cat breed. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

The breeders who bred the elves clearly had some fantasy thoughts, since they called the product of their work that way. They used sphinxes and curls in breeding work. After several years of work, they managed to register a new breed of cats. Like their sphinx ancestors, elves are friendly, affectionate, and find a common language with all family members.

101. Javanese cat breed

International cat breed identifier: JAV. Country of origin: American cat breed and Canada. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

Javanese have a very specific appearance: they are long-faced, with refined features, and with large ears, slender. Despite the somewhat wild appearance, this cat breed is affectionate, human-oriented, and loves hands. And the Javanese are quite good at walking on the street, if they are accustomed to this.

102. Japanese bobtail cat breed

International cat breed identifier: JBT. Country of origin: Japan. Cat breed images & cat breed identifier by picture are shown below.

This cat breed has long-haired and short-haired varieties. Like all bobtails, the Japanese has a short tail. These cats are inquisitive, sociable, playful and often most strongly attached to any one member of the family.