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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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Browse through our curated Cats Guides for additional categorizations, tips, details, variations, styles, and histories of Cats. Guides provide additional insights into the unique properties and shared relationships between elements.

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

41.000

5.400

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

25.000

48.000

8.200

15.00

19400

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

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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

30.000

53.000

4.500

16.00

21100

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

25.000

38.000

6.800

20.00

42000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

33.000

6.800

16.00

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

25.000

46.000

6.800

15.00

192000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

46.000

5.400

15.00

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

36.000

56.000

5.000

16.00

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

46.000

64.000

7.700

20.00

59000

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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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

30.000

46.000

6.400

18.00

37000

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Cat Tree Tower

400

9”-11” | 23-28 cm

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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

28.000

46.000

5.000

15.00

7600

8”-12” | 20-30 cm

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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

30.000

43.000

4.500

14.00

38000

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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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

30.000

46.000

4.100

15.00

9600

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

38.000

5.400

15.00

61100

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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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

30.000

46.000

4.500

18.00

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

30.000

48.000

5.400

15.00

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

28.000

38.000

4.500

20.00

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

30.000

48.000

5.400

15.00

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

23.000

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

30.000

41.000

4.500

15.00

11000

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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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

30.000

46.000

4.500

15.00

7100

6”-10” | 15-25 cm

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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

25.000

41.000

4.500

15.00

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

40.000

81.000

11.300

15.00

138000

10”-12” | 25-30 cm

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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

30.000

41.000

5.400

16.00

49000

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

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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

30.000

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

28.000

41.000

6.400

18.00

36600

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

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

28.000

36.000

6.400

15.00

14000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

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

30.000

43.000

5.400

13.00

16500

9”-12” | 23-30 cm

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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

30.000

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

28.000

46.000

9.100

18.00

20000

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

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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

28.000

53.000

9.100

15.00

109000

8"-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

46.000

6.800

20.00

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

38.000

56.000

11.300

20.00

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

25.000

41.000

5.900

14.00

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

28.000

38.000

7.300

15.00

20500

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

36.000

4.500

15.00

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

28.000

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

20.000

30.000

3.600

15.00

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

25.000

36.000

5.400

15.00

21000

8”-10” | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

38.000

5.400

15.00

107000

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

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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

25.000

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

33.000

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

25.000

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

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)

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Dimensioned side elevation drawing of a Tonkinese Cat with measurements for typical height and length

The Tonkinese cat is a cross between the Siamese and Burmese, but classified as a natural breed. The purpose of this crossbreed was to create a moderately sized cat with less of a voice. Maintaining attributes of both the Siamese and Burmese, this medium-sized cat is distinguished by its slender, built body and short, silky hair. The Tonkinese cat comes in twelve color varieties or more specifically, four base colors (brown, beige, blue, and platinum) divided into three types of pattern. Resembling its parent breeds not only in appearance, temperament of the Tonkinese cat can be described as active and full of curiosity.

The typical Tonkinese cat has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Tonkinese weighs between 6-12 lb (2.7-5.4 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.

Series of drawings of Tonkinese Cats in assorted seated and resting postures

The Tonkinese cat is a cross between the Siamese and Burmese, crossbred to create a moderately sized cat with less of a voice. Maintaining attributes of both the Siamese and Burmese, this medium-sized cat has a slender, built body and short, silky hair.

The typical Tonkinese cat has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Tonkinese weighs between 6-12 lb (2.7-5.4 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 12-16 years.

Series of drawings of Tonkinese Cats in assorted seated and resting postures

Height:

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

Width:

Length:

12”-15” | 30-38 cm

Depth:

Weight:

6-12 lb | 2.7-5.4 kg

Area:

Body: Medium torso, muscular, blue eyes
Temperament: Entertaining, happy, extroverted, intelligent

Color

Blue, champagne, natural or platinum base coat; point, solid or mink coat patterns

Scientific Name

Lifespan

12-16 years

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

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Wikipedia - Tonkinese Cat
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Dimensioned drawing of a Sphynx cat walking with measurements for length and height

Sphynx Cats are a breed of medium size hairless cat with lean narrow bodies and oversized ears. Easy to distinguish from other breeds of cats due to their distinct lack of fur, the Sphynx instead gets its character from their pronounced wrinkles that make them a unique, wise, and mysterious presence. Known for being one of the more ‘dog-like’ cat breeds, Sphynx cats have extroverted and affectionate personalities that reveal a high degree of intelligence, curiosity and playfulness.

The typical Sphynx Cat has an overall height of 8”-10” (20-25 cm) and body length of 13”-15” (33-38 cm). An average Sphynx Cat weighs between 10-12 lb (4.5-5.4 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.

Multiple drawings of a Sphynx cat in postures from walking to sitting and laying down

Sphynx Cats are a breed of medium size hairless cat with lean narrow bodies, oversized ears, and are distinguished from other breeds due to their distinct lack of fur.

The typical Sphynx Cat has an overall height of 8”-10” (20-25 cm) and body length of 13”-15” (33-38 cm). An average Sphynx Cat weighs between 10-12 lb (4.5-5.4 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.

Multiple drawings of a Sphynx cat in postures from walking to sitting and laying down

Height:

8”-10” | 20-25 cm

Width:

Length:

13”-15” | 33-38 cm

Depth:

Weight:

10-12 lb | 4.5-5.4 kg

Area:

Body: Lean, oversized ears, hairless
Temperament: Curious, intelligent, mischievous, energetic

Color

Solid coat, bi-color, tabby, tortoiseshell, calico, pointed, mink pattern

Scientific Name

Lifespan

10-15 years

Drawings include:
Sphynx Cat side profile (walking), side (standing), side (sitting), front (sitting), back (sitting), side (laying down)

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Wikipedia - Sphynx Cat
Pet Guide - Sphynx

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Elevation illustration of an Oriental Cat with dimensions for typical heights and lengths

The Oriental cat is a domestic cat breed stemming from the Siamese. It is known for its lengthy extremes: a long head, long legs, tall ears, and tapered tail. The Oriental cat is divided into two kinds: the long-haired and short-haired. The long-haired Oriental cat developed over time as a separate breed although it is less common than the short-haired Oriental cat. The Oriental cat is considered intelligent and needing of time and attention.

The typical Oriental has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Oriental weighs between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 8-12 years.

Illustrations of Oriental Cats in various resting positions including sitting and lying down

The Oriental cat is a domestic cat breed stemming from the Siamese. It is known for its lengthy extremes: a long head, long legs, tall ears, and tapered tail. The Oriental cat is considered intelligent and needing of time and attention and divided into two kinds: the long-haired and short-haired.

The typical Oriental has an overall height of 8”-10" (20-25 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Oriental weighs between 5-10 lb (2.3-4.5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 8-12 years.

Illustrations of Oriental Cats in various resting positions including sitting and lying down

Height:

8”-10" | 20-25 cm

Width:

Length:

12”-15” | 30-38 cm

Depth:

Weight:

5-10 lb | 2.3-4.5 kg

Area:

Body: Medium coat, long lines, muscular body
Temperament: Intelligent, curious, dignified, elegant

Color

Tabby, bi-colored, silver, white, cream, chocolate; tortoise, solid, smoke, chinchilla patterns

Scientific Name

Lifespan

8-12 years

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

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Havana Brown Cat

Side elevation drawing of a Havana Brown Cat with dimensions for typical height and length

The Havana Brown, considered a very rare and endangered breed, is a cross between the Siamese and domestic black cats, resulting in a rich, chocolate brown cat. Medium in size, short-haired, and muscular, this cat has a triangle-shaped head and square-shaped chin. The Havana Brown cat is mainly without any extreme features apart from its warm color, smooth in texture and leaning closer to a red-brown than a black-brown. Considered active and curious, the Havana Brown loves to explore and examine with its paws. It loves to play and often develops deep attachments to its owner.

The typical Havana Brown Cat has an overall height of 9”-11" (23-28 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Havana Brown weighs between 8-10 lb (3.6-4.5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 15-20 years.

Collection of illustrations of Havana Brown cats in various postures viewed from the side

The Havana Brown, considered a very rare and endangered breed, is a cross between the Siamese and domestic black cats, resulting in a rich, chocolate brown cat. Medium in size, short-haired, and muscular, this cat has a triangle-shaped head and square-shaped chin.

The typical Havana Brown Cat has an overall height of 9”-11" (23-28 cm) and body length of 12”-15” (30-38 cm). An average Havana Brown weighs between 8-10 lb (3.6-4.5 kg) and has a typical lifespan of 15-20 years.

Collection of illustrations of Havana Brown cats in various postures viewed from the side

Havana Brown Cat

Height:

9”-11" | 23-28 cm

Width:

Length:

12”-15” | 30-38 cm

Depth:

Weight:

8-10 lb | 3.6-4.5 kg

Area:

Body: Muscular, long body, emerald green eyes, well-toned
Temperament: Adaptable, playful, intelligent, lively

Color

Deep warm brown

Scientific Name

Lifespan

15-20 years

Drawings include:
Havana Brown Cat side profile (walking), side (sitting), front (sitting), side (lying down)

Links

Wikipedia - Havana Brown Cat
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