| Back in the ancient times, the cats are already | | | | climates. |
| around. They are even placed in elevated positions | | | | One will be a very loyal addition to the family. |
| in civilizations like Egypt. | | | | They are fun-loving. Their good-natured |
| Today, any one can enjoy owning a cat. There | | | | personality will make them very safe with kids. |
| are no restrictions at all in owning them, unlike | | | | 4. Ragdoll |
| other pets that require high maintenance and are | | | | Another wonderful breed for soon-to-be pet |
| subject to state or federal regulation. | | | | owners is the ragdoll. This cat has medium length |
| A cat can also help you forget an exhausting day | | | | of hair. They are very gentle, easy-going and |
| at work or at school. It can cuddle up to you and | | | | affectionate. |
| purr. It makes you feel protective over the cat. | | | | They are perfect for any household. They only |
| Caring for a Cat | | | | have to be kept indoors, away from the |
| Any cat lover out there does not need any | | | | aggressive animals. |
| reason or question for owning one. Yet, for those | | | | 5. Burmese Cat |
| who do not have a cat they may think that this | | | | Burmese cats are shorthaired. They have big |
| is a tremendous task. | | | | yellow eyes and very satiny hair. Stroking their |
| Actually, cats are the easiest pets to own. Cats | | | | hairs are enough for grooming. |
| are the perfect companions. They do not require | | | | Burmese cats tend to be vocal like the Siamese. |
| much from the owner. They only have to be | | | | They only have softer voices. They can get really |
| regularly fed. They also need a shelter. | | | | bonded and trusting with their owners. |
| Cats can be toilet trained too. A simple tray and a | | | | 6. Manx |
| few training sessions can dispense with the | | | | The Manx cats are very distinct because of their |
| problem of dealing with their dirt, especially for | | | | peculiar backs that end in a shortened tail. Their |
| indoor cats. | | | | structure gives them a very rounded look that |
| Getting Your Own Cat | | | | makes them more adorable and cuddly. |
| Having a cat in the household will definitely be an | | | | Manx cats are very intelligent and playful. They |
| experience you do not want to miss. Again, they | | | | are even considered as social cats as they love |
| can be easily maintained in the household, so there | | | | people very much. They can even be playful even |
| is no need to worry. | | | | around water, making it easier to groom them. |
| All you have to do is to pick one type that will | | | | 7. Siberian Cat |
| best suit your personality. There are a big number | | | | Siberian cats are known for their proportioned |
| of cat breeds out there to choose from, not to | | | | bodies and their furs. Some even claim that their |
| mention those that have been cross-bred. | | | | furs are hypoallergenic, although this is still subject |
| Each breed has its own distinct characteristic and | | | | to be confirmed. |
| personality. This can affect how they will behave, | | | | These cats are intelligent, loyal and very |
| how they play and even if they will require | | | | affectionate. They are almost dog-like in their |
| further maintenance. | | | | personality. |
| The best thing to do is to pick the best breed for | | | | 8. Somali Cat |
| you. Here are the top 10 breeds that you can | | | | Somali cats are long-haired cats that wee from |
| choose from. | | | | the Abyssinian breed. They have fluffy hair and |
| 1. Persian Cat | | | | bottle-brush tails. |
| The Persian cat is one of the most popular | | | | They are perfect for owners who want an |
| breeds in town. They are known for their long | | | | active, intelligent and playful pet. They can also |
| and fluffy hair that can grow up to 3 inches. They | | | | get very curious. They also shed little hair and |
| also have beautiful colors that range from white, | | | | thereby perfect for those who do not want too |
| black, gray, orange or a combination of these | | | | much grooming time. |
| colors. | | | | 9. Russian Blue |
| Persian cats require more maintenance in terms | | | | This breed of cat has blue to bluish-gray coat. |
| of their hair. They also need comfortable | | | | They usually have green or dark eyes. |
| environments and they have to feel secured. | | | | Russian Blues are very playful and intelligent. They |
| 2. Siamese Cat | | | | also bond really well with their owners but they |
| Siamese cats are also very popular. They have | | | | are very shy to strangers. |
| markings in their hair that make them very | | | | 10. American Bobtail |
| distinct. They also have slender bodies and very | | | | American Bobtails are distinctly recognized for |
| elegant posture. | | | | their tails that are shorter than the ordinary type |
| A Siamese cat always wants to be the center of | | | | and look like it has been specially bobbed. They |
| attention. They want to be cared for. They tend | | | | can have short or long coats. Their eye colors can |
| to get too noisy or cry a lot if they want to call | | | | also vary. |
| your attention. | | | | Conclusion |
| 3. Maine Coon Cat | | | | Cats are the most wonderful creatures in the |
| The Maine Coon Cat, or as some would say | | | | world. They are the beloved pets in most |
| Mancoon cat, is one of the oldest breeds of cats. | | | | households and neighborhoods. So get your own |
| Everywhere in the world, there is one you will find | | | | cat now. |
| as they can withstand warm and even cold | | | | |