If you are looking to buy a cat, you should consider the different breeds of cats out there. Since there are so many breeds of cats, this can be a daunting task. Selecting the wrong breed can cause you and your family a lot of distress, as the wrong breed can be a misfit. But selecting the right one can be the missing spark you’re looking for to light up your home.
So here are 4 helpful tips to get you started.
1. Vocal or cat enough?
Some cats can actually “meow” a lot and quite loudly too. If your home environment (and the neighbors) can handle a vocal cat, go for it. If not, think twice. If you want loud and vocal cats, choose these breeds: Siamese, Korat, and Burmese cat. On the quieter side, go for: The Scottish Fold, Somali, and American Curl
2. Cuddly or aloof?
A cute cat needs more attention, so if you have time, by all means, choose this breed. Cuddly and affectionate cats tend to get along better with children than more reserved breeds. But if you don’t have time, then go for the reserved or aloof breed. Some cuddly cat breeds are: Snowshoe, Abyssinian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Tonkinese, and Himalayan Persian. The most aloof and reserved breeds are the Norwegian Forest Cat, the Nebelung, and the Russian Shorthair.
3. Naughty or self-amusing?
There are some breeds like the Sphynx, Siamese, Rex, Balinese, and British Angora that can cause some mischief. They are very curious and energetic. You love them or you hate them. If you like less volatile breads, avoid them.
4. Long hair or short hair?
If you don’t have a lot of time to spend with your cat, you may want to go for a short-haired cat breed because it takes less time to groom. An adult long-haired cat. although pretty, it requires a lot of grooming attention and can take up a lot of your time.
Having considered all the different characteristics and traits of the cat breeds that interest you, you are now ready to start looking for your new pet. You will have to decide if you want a kitten or if you prefer to give an old abandoned cat a second chance.
If you’re looking for a certain breed of kitten, check out your local cat show, as most exhibitors have a few kittens for sale. If a senior cat is right for you, call your local humane society or animal rescue center.