All cat breeds with pictures
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The Egyptian mau is one of the most elegant cats that exist. Its history is linked to the dynasty of the pharaohs, a great empire that appreciated the figure of the cat as that of an almost divine being. The word "mau" is Egyptian, and means Egyptian cat. In ancient Egyptian civilization cats were revered...
The Sphynx is a very unique cat. It was the first cat without hair or apparent fur to be accepted as a breed. The sphynx has created an interesting dynamic in human society with its large group of likes and dislikes. Many people appreciate the cat for its different features and hairless skin, while others dislike...
The Maine coon cat stands out for being a large, robust and docile feline. However, due to its peculiarities in terms of characteristics, personality and the specific care that it needs, it is essential to do some research before adopting this cat. Known as the "gentle giant" cat, this feline is among the most...
The Havana cat comes from nineteenth century Europe, more specifically from England, where they began to be bread selecting brown Siamese cats. Later on, the brown Siamese cats were mixed with the Chocolate Point, which is when the breed acquired the characteristics that breeders are still looking for today.
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The Ashera cat is undoubtedly a very popular cat, either due to their slender and beautiful figure, their quiet and silent character or the exorbitant price of those who created them. Indeed, the Ashera cat is a feline developed in an American laboratory, a hybrid between different species.
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The Bombay cat is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beautiful cat breeds that exist. If you are thinking about adopting a cat of this breed do not hesitate to inform yourself properly about all its characteristics, the character they usually have as well as the basic care required. We'll also...
We can easily recognize the Persian cat by its wide and flattened face next to their abundant fur. They were introduced in Italy from ancient Persia (Iran) around 1620 although their true origin is unknown. The standard of the current Persian as we know it, was set in 1800 in England and comes from the...
The Ragdoll was born in 1960 in California, USA but was not recognized until ten years later. The cross was made by an angora cat and a sacred male of Burma. Today it is one of the most prized breeds in North America.
The Australian mist is a breed that was developed in Australia in 1976. They descend from different breeds including the Burmese, the Abyssinian and other Australian short-haired cats. Dr. Truda Straede, wanted to achieve a cat with all the characteristics of its predecessors. So, a very active cat with...
The British Shorthair is one of the oldest cat breeds. Their ancestors came from Rome, who were deported by the Romans to Britain at the time. In the past they were prized for physical strength and their ability to hunt, but soon became a domestic pet.
The Russian blue Cat is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beautiful felines. If you are thinking of adopting a cat of this breed, you must be informed of their character, hair care or specific traits they possess. AnimalWised will explain everything you need to know about the Russian blue, including...
If you have heard of or seen a lykoi cat, you were probably taken aback. This breed never leaves anyone indifferent. They are one of the newest breeds of domesticated felines. In fact, they are still in the process of being fully admitted as a breed because they are only a few specimens worldwide. This...
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