Maine Coons are one of the largest and most popular domestic cats. Originated in the USA, they will win your heart with beauty and affectionate temperament. Physical characteristics Maine Coons are large cats with an appearance that makes you think they are of the blood royal. They have a muscular and well-boned body, which is a result of adaptation to severe weather conditions. The neck is medium long. The legs are medium...

A cat with "floppy" ears. This is the first definition that occurs when you see the Scottish Fold cat. They had actually been known as "Flops" until 1966, when the official breed name was finally registered. In Canada, these "owl-like" cats are also known as Coupari. Physical Characteristics The most recognizable aspect of these cats is the special form of their ears that occurred as a natural mutation. Generally, as well as...

Longhair Birman cats have a fascinating appearance and are also known as "Sacred Cat of Burma". It is said that Birmans were sacred companions of the Kitteh priests in Burma. Birmans are often confused with Burmese cats. However, these breeds are different. Physical characteristics Birmans are medium-sized with a semi-long body. They are not very cobby and have relatively small ears. Adult males can be quite large reaching...

Cymrics are often considered a longhaired variety of the Manx cat. Basically, these cat breeds are absolutely the same in all aspects except the length of the coat. Physical characteristics Cymrics are medium to large cats with a well-boned and well-muscled body. Cymrics have strong hind legs, which makes them very good jumpers. Adult males weigh 9 to 13 pounds; adult females weigh 7 to 11 pounds. The head is round. The eys...

The British Shorthair cat is a very old breed with an over 100-year history. Now it is one of the most popular cat breeds in the UK. Physical characteristics British Shorthair cats are large and sturdy; they have a cobby build with broad shoulders and chest. Their short muscular legs have round paws. Their head is round as well, and it is recognizable by chubby cheeks. The tail is broad at the base and rounded at the tip;...

Egyptian Maus are the only cats whose spots were developed in a natural way, without any intervention of humans. This natural beauty, in package with a loving personality, makes Maus even more attractive. Physical characteristics Egyptian Maus are medium-sized shorthair cats. Their body is graceful, slender, and well-muscled, with medium boning. A loose flap of skin extends from the flank to the knee of the hind leg. The...

The Ragdoll is the largest cat breed. These cats are known for their sweet nature, lovely colours and patterns, and soft fur that neither knots nor tangles. Due to these qualities, the Ragdoll has become one of the most popular longhair cats, topped by the Persian and the Maine Coon only. Physical characteristics Despite Ragdoll cats can be very large, there are many medium-sized Ragdolls. Their long, well-boned, and...

Some people say that a Korat cat can turn a cat hater into a cat lover. Well, no one has proven this theory, but this breed has been always considered a sign of well-being and good luck in Thailand, its origin country. For example, Thai people say that a pair of Korats given to a bride ensures a fortunate marriage. Physical characteristics Korats are charmingly looking blue-grey cats with large green (yellow-green)...

Physical characteristics Pixie-bobs resemble the American Bobtail cat in a way, but the latest DNA testing did not detect any Bobcat genes. The size of Pixie-bobs varies from medium to large. They have a well-muscled and well-boned body with a broad, well-developed chest. The hips have a medium width; they are prominent and slightly higher than the shoulders. The brows look heavy, and the eyes have a triangular shape. The tail can be of any...

The Siamese cat, as well as the Persian cat, is a very recognizable breed. Even those people who have nothing to do with cats can easily say it when they see a Siamese. These cats are identified by the typical pointed color scheme: light coloured fur with black muzzle, ears, tail, and paws. Physical characteristics Siamese cats are medium-sized; they are graceful, elegant, slim, flexible, and athletic. They have triangular-shaped head with a...