Cats breeds
Complete profiles of Cats breeds with photos, traits and care guides.
British Shorthair
A round-faced, plush-coated cat (classically blue) that is calm and undemanding.
Persian cat
The iconic long-haired cat of Persia: the calmest of breeds, found in doll-face and peke-face types.
Scottish Fold
Known for folded ears and an owl-like face; straight-eared kittens are called Scottish Straights.
Abyssinian
One of the oldest breeds, with a ticked cougar-like coat and endless curiosity.
American Shorthair
A hardy, adaptable cat famous for its silver tabby pattern; good with kids and pets.
Bengal cat
A leopard-spotted athlete that loves climbing, water and learning tricks.
Birman
Blue-eyed and colour-pointed with distinctive white “gloves”; calm and affectionate.
Devon Rex
Pixie-faced with a curly short coat; playful and people-focused.
Exotic Shorthair
Essentially a short-haired Persian: the same sweet nature with an easy coat.
Norwegian Forest Cat
A large, double-coated Scandinavian cat built for harsh winters.
Ragdoll
Goes limp like a rag doll when held; a blue-eyed, very gentle family cat.
Russian Blue
Silvery-blue coat and emerald eyes; quiet, loyal and a little shy.
Sphynx
A nearly hairless, heat-seeking extrovert that loves human company.
Turkish Angora
An elegant, silky-coated cat, classically white, lively and clever.
Turkish Van
The “swimming cat”: white with coloured head and tail, famously fond of water.
Domestic cat (mixed)
Most Iranian cats are hardy mixed-breed domestics; adopting street cats is hugely rewarding.
Himalayan cat
A Persian with Siamese colour points and blue eyes.
Maine Coon
One of the largest domestic cats, with tufted ears and a gentle, dog-like personality.
Munchkin
Short-legged due to a genetic mutation; cheerful, though its breeding is debated for welfare reasons.
Siamese
A blue-eyed, colour-pointed chatterbox that bonds intensely with its people.
General care guide: Cats
Independent but social
Cats live 12–18 years and need play, enrichment and company. Indoor cats live longer, healthier lives.
Feeding
Cats are obligate carnivores and need taurine. Mix wet and dry food for hydration. Lilies, onions and paracetamol are toxic.
Prevention
Core vaccines from 8 weeks, rabies from 12 weeks, regular deworming and spaying/neutering at 5–6 months.
Environment
Provide one litter box per cat plus one, vertical scratchers and safe high perches. Screen windows and balconies.
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