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Animal Families & Genera

Domestic Cats

Illustrations of three cat breeds sitting side by side

Cats (Felis catus), often referring to as domestic or house cats, are small carnivorous mammals that are typically domesticated as pets by humans. First kept for the task of hunting mice, cats today remain popular pets because of their friendly and playful companionship. Cat breeds vary by origins, sizes, and coat types that range from shorthair to longhair and hairless breeds. Young cats are called kittens. The word cat also refers to other feline species that includes large wild cats such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, jaguars, tigers, pumas, and lynx.

Group of assorted domestic cat species drawn together in various poses

What is the largest cat species?

The Liger is the largest cat species in the world. Hercules, a male liger, is the largest living cat in the world weighing 922 lb | 418 kg and having a length of 10’11” | 3.33 m.

What are the benefits of having a cat?

Being a cat owner is often identified with reduced stress, anxiety, and blood pressure, boosted immunity, reduced risk of stroke, and greater sociability.

What are the traits of a cat person?

The stereotypical traits of a ‘cat person’ include being graceful, subtle, independent, mysterious, neurotic, and thoughtful.

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12”-16” | 30-41 cm

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8-12 lb | 3.6-5.4 kg

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9-13 years

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Abyssinian Cat

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41.000

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13.00

41000

9”-10” | 23-25 cm

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17”-19” | 43-48 cm

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7-18 lb | 3.2-8.2 kg

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13-15 years

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American Bobtail Cat

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8.200

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19400

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16”-21” | 41-53 cm

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5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

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12-16 years

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American Curl Cat

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8”-10” | 20-25 cm

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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10-15 lb | 4.5-6.8 kg

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15-20 years

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American Shorthair Cat

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42000

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11”-13” | 28-33 cm

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8-15 lb | 3.6-6.8 kg

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10-16 years

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American Wirehair Cat

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33.000

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14200

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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14”-18” | 36-46 cm

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8-15 lb | 3.6-6.8 kg

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9-15 years

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Bengal Cat

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192000

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15”-18" | 38-46 cm

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10-12 lb | 4.5-5.4 kg

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13-15 years

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Birman Cat

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17000

11”-14” | 28-36 cm

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13”-20” | 33-56 cm

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6-11 lb | 2.7-5 kg

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12-16 years

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Bombay Cat

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56.000

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55000

12”-14” | 30-46 cm

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22”-25” | 56-64 cm

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7-17 lb | 3.2-7.7 kg

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15-20 years

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British Shorthair Cat

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64.000

7.700

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59000

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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6-14 lb | 2.7-6.4 kg

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16-18 years

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Burmese Cat

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37000

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Cat Tree Tower

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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9-11 lb | 4.1-5 kg

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11-15 years

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Chartreux Cat

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7600

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12”-17” | 30-43 cm

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5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

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11-14 years

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Cornish Rex Cat

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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6-9 lb | 2.7-4.1 kg

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9-15 years

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Devon Rex Cat

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9600

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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8-12 lb | 3.6-5.4 kg

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9-15 years

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Egyptian Mau Cat

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61100

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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6-10 lb | 2.7-4.5 kg

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15-18 years

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European Burmese Cat

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900

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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16”-19” | 41-48 cm

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10-12 lb | 4.5-5.4 kg

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8-15 years

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Exotic Shorthair Cat

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48.000

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26800

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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8-10 lb | 3.6-4.5 kg

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15-20 years

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Havana Brown Cat

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38.000

4.500

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8300

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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17”-19” | 43-48 cm

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7-12 lb | 3.2-5.4 kg

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9-15 years

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Himalayan Cat

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48.000

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56000

8”-9” | 20-23 cm

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13”-15” | 33-38 cm

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6-12 lb | 2.7-5.4 kg

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9-16 years

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Japanese Bobtail Cat

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38.000

5.400

16.00

23900

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

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12”-16” | 30-41 cm

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5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

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10-15 years

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Javanese Cat

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41.000

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11000

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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6-10 lb | 2.7-4.5 kg

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10-15 years

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Korat Cat

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46.000

4.500

15.00

7100

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12”-16” | 30-41 cm

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6-10 lb | 2.7-4.5 kg

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10-15 years

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LaPerm Cat

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41.000

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11500

10”-16" | 25-40 cm

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19”-32” | 48-81 cm

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10-25 lb | 4.5-11.3 kg

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9-15 years

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Maine Coon Cat

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11.300

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138000

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14”-16” | 36-41 cm

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8-12 lb | 3.6-5.4 kg

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14-16 years

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Manx Cat

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5.400

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49000

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12”-18” | 30-46 cm

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13-20 lb | 5.9-9.1 kg

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14-16 years

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Norwegian Forest Cat

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46.000

9.100

16.00

143000

9”-11” | 23-28 cm

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13”-16” | 33-41 cm

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6-14 lb | 2.7-6.4 kg

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15-18 years

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Ocicat

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6.400

18.00

36600

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

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8-12 years

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Oriental Cat

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38.000

4.500

12.00

11000

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

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11”-14” | 28-36 cm

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9-14 lb | 4.1-6.4 kg

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12-15 years

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Oriental Shorthair Cat

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6.400

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14000

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14.5”-17.5” | 37-44 cm

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7-12 lb | 3.2-5.4 kg

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10-18 years

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Persian Cat

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44.000

5.400

18.00

98000

8”-12” | 20-30 cm

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12”-17” | 30-43 cm

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6-12 lb | 2.7-5.4 kg

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10-13 years

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Peterbald Cat

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43.000

5.400

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16500

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13”-17” | 33-43 cm

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8-14 lb | 3.6-6.4 kg

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12-16 years

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Pixie-Bob Cat

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43.000

6.400

16.00

1900

9”-12” | 23-28 cm

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12”-18” | 30-46 cm

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8-20 lb | 3.6-9.1 kg

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15-18 years

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Ragamuffin Cat

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46.000

9.100

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20000

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17”-21” | 43-53 cm

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8-20 lb | 3.6-9.1 kg

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12-15 years

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Ragdoll Cat

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53.000

9.100

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109000

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15"-18" | 38-46 cm

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8-15 lb | 3.6-6.8 kg

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15-20 years

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Russian Blue Cat

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46.000

6.800

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65000

13”-15” | 33-38 cm

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20”-22” | 51-56 cm

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12-25 lb | 5.4-11.3 kg

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12-20 years

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Savannah Cat

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56.000

11.300

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202000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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14”-16” | 36-41 cm

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9-13 lb | 4.1-5.9 kg

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11-14 years

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Scottish Fold Cat

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5.900

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23000

9”-11” | 23-28 cm

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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9-16 lb | 4.1-7.3 kg

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12-15 years

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Selkirk Rex Cat

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38.000

7.300

15.00

20500

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11.5”-14” | 29-36 cm

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8-10 lb | 3.6-4.5 kg

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11-15 years

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Siamese Cat

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4.500

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138000

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

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15”-18” | 38-46 cm

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10-20 lb | 4.5-9.1 kg

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10-18 years

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Siberian Cat

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46.000

9.100

18.00

75000

6”-8” | 15-20 cm

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9”-12” | 23-30 cm

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4-8 lb | 1.8-3.6 kg

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11-15 years

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Singapura Cat

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13000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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11”-14” | 28-36 cm

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9-12 lb | 4.1-5.4 kg

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12-15 years

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Somali Cat

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36.000

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21000

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13”-15” | 33-38 cm

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10-12 lb | 4.5-5.4 kg

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10-15 years

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Sphynx Cat

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38.000

5.400

15.00

107000

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12”-15” | 30-38 cm

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6-12 lb | 2.7-5.4 kg

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12-16 years

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Tonkinese Cat

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38.000

5.400

16.00

17000

9”-13” | 23-33 cm

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20”-24” | 51-61 cm

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10-15 lb | 4.5-6.8 kg

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10-15 years

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Toyger Cat

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61.000

6.800

15.00

32700

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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14”-16” | 36-41 cm

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5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

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12-18 years

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Turkish Angora Cat

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41.000

4.500

18.00

38700

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

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14”-17” | 36-43 cm

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7-18 lb | 3.2-8.2 kg

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12-18 years

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Turkish Van Cat

28.000

43.000

8.200

18.00

8400

American Wirehair Cat

The American Wirehair cat, known for its wiry, dense, and coarse coat is a playful, yet affectionate cat. The American Wirehair cat was first discovered in 1966 after two barn cats produced a litter of cats with unusually wiry fur. Only one cat survived, Adam, and the pair of barn cats never had any more wiry litters.

Once taken in by Joan O’Shea, who originally thought the cat may be a Rex, it was discovered Adam was an entirely new breed after some of his furs were sent to a British cat genetics lab. Similar to the American Curl cat, the American Wirehair resulted from a dominate spontaneous gene mutation. Loving and in tune with their owner’s emotions, the American Wirehair is a unique cat with a favorable personality.

American Wirehair Cats have an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm), body length of 11”-13” (28-33 cm), and weight between 8-15 lb (3.6-6.8 kg). American Wirehair Cats have a typical lifespan between 10-16 years.

Dimensioned side elevation drawing of the American Wirehair Cat showing body height and length

The American Wirehair cat, known for its wiry, dense, and coarse coat is a playful, yet affectionate cat. The American Wirehair cat was first discovered in 1966 after two barn cats produced a litter of cats with unusually wiry fur. They are loving and in tune with their owner’s emotions.

American Wirehair Cats have an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm), body length of 11”-13” (28-33 cm), and weight between 8-15 lb (3.6-6.8 kg). American Wirehair Cats have a typical lifespan between 10-16 years.

Dimensioned side elevation drawing of the American Wirehair Cat showing body height and length

American Wirehair Cat

Height:

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

Width:

Length:

11”-13” | 28-33 cm

Depth:

Weight:

8-15 lb | 3.6-6.8 kg

Area:

Body: Short coat, muscular, well-balanced, strong jaws 
Temperament: Calm, affectionate, social, relaxed, sweet

Color

White, black, red, blue, silver, cream, fawn; solid, bi-color, tabby, tri-color, color point patterns

Scientific Name

Lifespan

10-16 years

Drawings include:
American Wirehair Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), front (standing), front (lying down)

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Wikipedia - American Wirehair Cat 
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American Curl Cat

The American Curl cat, known for its ears that curl back, is a slender, affectionate, gentle cat which can vary in size. Originating in California in the 1980s, the American Curl cat was first discovered when two stray kittens with curled ears appeared on a family’s doorstep. Unassuming about their ears, the family took the kitten in and bred it, thus passing on the dominate genetic mutation. It was only after Nancy Kiester acquired two kittens for their gentle demeanor that she realized it was a new breed entirely. Loved for their personality and appearance, the American Curl is a beloved breed.

American Curl Cats have an overall height of 9”-12” (23-30 cm), body length of 16”-21” (41-53 cm), and weight between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg). American Curl Cats have a typical lifespan between 12-16 years.

Side elevation drawing of the American Curl Cat with labeled height and length

The American Curl cat, known for its ears that curl back, is a slender, affectionate, gentle cat which can vary in size. Originating in California in the 1980s, the American Curl cat was first discovered when two stray kittens with curled ears appeared on a family’s doorstep.

American Curl Cats have an overall height of 9”-12” (23-30 cm), body length of 16”-21” (41-53 cm), and weight between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg). American Curl Cats have a typical lifespan between 12-16 years.

Side elevation drawing of the American Curl Cat with labeled height and length

American Curl Cat

Height:

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

Width:

Length:

16”-21” | 41-53 cm

Depth:

Weight:

5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

Area:

Body: Curled ears, silky flat coat, wedge-shaped body, round eyes 
Temperament: Adaptable, affectionate, friendly, curious, attentive

Color

Brown, cinnamon, lavender, fawn, blue, black, cream, lilac, red, white; tabby, bi-color, solid, tri-color

Scientific Name

Lifespan

12-16 years

Drawings include:
American Curl Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), front (standing), front (lying down)

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Wikipedia - American Curl Cat 
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Scottish Fold Cat

Dimensioned illustration of a Scottish Fold Cat with common measurements for length and height

The Scottish Fold cat, originally named lop-eared, is a domestic cat breed with a naturally occurring mutation that folds the ears forward and downward. This unique and distinctive physical trait of the Scottish Fold paired with its reputation of being sweet and loving make this cat a highly sought-after companion. Aside from its down-turned ears, the Scottish Fold cat has a round head and body, can either be short or long-haired, and can be a variety of color combinations. Noted for resembling that of a teddy-bear, the Scottish Fold amplifies its innocence through quiet meowing and sleeping on its back.

The typical Scottish Fold Cat has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 14"-16” (36-41 cm). An average Scottish Fold Cat weighs between 9-13 lb (4.1-5.9 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.

Illustrations of the Scottish Fold Cat in assorted postures

The Scottish Fold cat, originally named lop-eared, is a cat breed with a naturally occurring mutation that folds the ears forward and downward. This unique and distinctive physical trait of the Scottish Fold paired with its reputation of being sweet and loving make this cat a sought-after companion.

The typical Scottish Fold Cat has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 14"-16” (36-41 cm). An average Scottish Fold Cat weighs between 9-13 lb (4.1-5.9 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 11-14 years.

Illustrations of the Scottish Fold Cat in assorted postures

Scottish Fold Cat

Height:

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

Width:

Length:

14”-16” | 36-41 cm

Depth:

Weight:

9-13 lb | 4.1-5.9 kg

Area:

Body: Folded ears, round body, wide open eyes
Temperament: Sociable, friendly, playful, calm

Color

White, black, red, blue, cream, blue-silver, blue-cream

Scientific Name

Lifespan

11-14 years

Drawings include:
Scottish Fold Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), front (sitting), front (standing)

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Wikipedia - Scottish Fold Cat
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Side elevation drawing of a Bombay Cat with dimensions for height and length

The Bombay cat, given the nickname “mini-panther,” is the product of breeding a sable Burmese with a black American Shorthair. Intended to have the exotic look of a panther, the Bombay cat is an example of a hybrid beed: a breed resulting from the combination of domestic breeds to create a certain appearance. The Bombay cat is medium-sized and has a short-haired, glossy black coat and eyes ranging from gold to copper. Exhibiting attachment and affection, the Bombay cat is considered a suitable choice for families with children or other pets.

The typical Bombay Cat has an overall height of 11”-14” (28-36 cm) and body length of 13”-20” (33-56 cm). An average Bombay weighs between 6-11 lb (2.7-5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.

Collection of illustrations of Bombay Cats in various postures

The Bombay cat, given the nickname “mini-panther,” is the product of breeding a sable Burmese with a black American Shorthair. Intended to have the exotic look of a panther, the Bombay cat is a hybrid beed: a breed resulting from the combination of domestic breeds to create a certain appearance.

The typical Bombay Cat has an overall height of 11”-14” (28-36 cm) and body length of 13”-20” (33-56 cm). An average Bombay weighs between 6-11 lb (2.7-5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.

Collection of illustrations of Bombay Cats in various postures

Height:

11”-14” | 28-36 cm

Width:

Length:

13”-20” | 33-56 cm

Depth:

Weight:

6-11 lb | 2.7-5 kg

Area:

Body: Sleek and glossy coat, copper or green eyes, muscular
Temperament: Attention-seeking, playful, adaptive, curious, intelligent

Color

Solid black

Scientific Name

Lifespan

12-16 years

Drawings include:
Bombay Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), back (sitting), side (lying down)

Links

Wikipedia - Bombay Cat
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The Javanese cat, known for its long fur and devotion to its owner, is one breed in a series of designer Siamese cats. Other cat breeds in this series are the Balinese, Colorpoint Shorthair, Oriental Shorthair, and Oriental Longhair. The Javanese is most similar to the Colorpoint Shorthair; in fact, they are the same, except the Javanese has a long coat. It is a debate among breeders if it is worth it to maintain separate Balinese and Javanese breeds because they share most traits. The Javanese is talkative, responsive, and curious cat that loves the company of their owner.

Javanese Cats have an overall height of 9”-12” (23-30 cm), body length of 12”-16” (30-41 cm), and weight between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg). Javanese Cats have a typical lifespan between 10-15 years.

Dimensioned side elevation drawing of the Javanese Cat showing height and length

The Javanese cat, known for its long fur and devotion to its owner, is one breed in a series of designer Siamese cats. Other cat breeds in this series are the Balinese, Colorpoint Shorthair, Oriental Shorthair, and Oriental Longhair. The Javanese is most similar to the Colorpoint Shorthair.

Javanese Cats have an overall height of 9”-12” (23-30 cm), body length of 12”-16” (30-41 cm), and weight between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg). Javanese Cats have a typical lifespan between 10-15 years.

Dimensioned side elevation drawing of the Javanese Cat showing height and length

Height:

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

Width:

Length:

12”-16” | 30-41 cm

Depth:

Weight:

5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

Area:

Body: Short coat, tubular body, wedge-shaped head, blue eyes 
Temperament: Active, intelligent, athletic, vocal, playful

Color

Red, cream, chocolate, seal, blue, lilac; tabby or shaded patterns

Scientific Name

Lifespan

10-15 years

Drawings include:
Javanese Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), front (standing), front (lying down)

Links

Wikipedia - Javanese Cat 

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