cat breeds

There are more than 30 officially recognized breeds of domestic cat, classified into three groups according to the length of their hair (short, medium-long or long).

Persian

Highly prized cat with silky fur, calm and affectionate; there are many varieties differentiated by the color of the fur and the eyes.

Maine coon

Sturdy cat, calm and affectionate, with a melodious meow; very popular in the U.S. but less common in Europe.

American shorthair

Energetic and resilient cat that is in great demand in the U.S. and Japan.

Manx

Tailless cat with hind limbs longer than its forelimbs.

Abyssinian

Svelte cat originally from Egypt or Ethiopia, docile and energetic; it has a melodious meow.

Siamese

Slender cat originally from Thailand, playful and affectionate; it has a loud raucous meow.