Guide to Cat Breeds

Learn about the characteristics and behaviors of your cat's breed or, if you're planning on adopting, which breeds may be best suited for you and your family.
Bombay cat
The Bombay Cat Looks Just Like a Mini Panther
Khao Manee
Meet Thailand's Rare Treasure, the Khao Manee Cat
Havana Brown cat
Meet the Sweet Havana Brown Cat
Rust-colored Somali cat on the floor.
Meet the Smart and Playful Somali Cat
Chausie Cat
The Chausie Cat Looks Wild But Acts Sweet
Kurilian Bobtail cat
The Sweet and Outgoing Kurilian Bobtail Will Steal Your Heart
A blue British Shorthair cat snoozing on a bright yellow couch.
14 Cute Cat Breeds Anyone and Everyone Will Love
Singapura Cat Profile Picture
Learn All About the Singapura Cat
Siamese Cat
The Most Intelligent Cat Breeds
Ocicat standing on grass
The Exotic and Dog-Like Ocicat
young cat, kitten of Siam oriental breed, bobtail Mekong, lies on bed
8 Cute Pictures of Siamese Cats
Light tan Burmese cat with yellow eyes on brown leather couch
Become Friends With the Affectionate Burmese Cat
Ragdoll cat lying down, portrait
Meet the Cool and Confident Ragdoll Cat
Persian cat laying down
These Beautiful Longhair Cats Make Excellent Pets
A Siberian Cat
The Siberian Cat Is a Russian Gem
Portrait Of Manx Cat On Field
How to Care for a Manx Cat
Siamese cat laying on gray and pink blanket
7 Mysteriously Beautiful Siamese Cats and Kittens
Cute Russian blue cat sitting on the bed
The Russian Blue: A Beautiful and Playful Cat
Sphynx cat and owner
13 Convincingly Cute Sphynx Cats
Norwegian Forest Cat
Norwegian Forest Cat — Full Profile, History, and Care
Sphynx cat
How to Take Care of Your Sphynx Cat
white cat
The Best White Cat Breeds to Keep as Pets
picture of norwegian forest cat sleeping
8 Pictures That Prove Norwegian Forest Cats Are the Most Beautiful
what breed is my cat illustration
How to Determine Your Cat's Breed
Tabby cat with brown and white fur sitting on gray couch
These Are the Types of Tabby Patterns Found on Cats
Munchkin cat standing on a table
Short-Legged Munchkin Long on Charm
Black cat sitting on a gray couch looking away
5 Pawsitively Fascinating Facts About Black Cats
Himalayan cat on brown leather couch in living room
The 12 Most Popular Cat Breeds
Calico cat with white fur and black and brown fur on face sitting on couch
Sassy and Spunky: All About Calico Cats
Cat playing with a frog in a garden
Why Feline Breeds, Domestic Cats, and Color Patterns Are Not Interchangable Terms
Persian Cat
9 Beautiful White Cats and Kittens
Tortoiseshell cat laying down with black and brown patterned coat
Examine These 7 Pretty Tortoiseshell Cats and Kittens
Close-up of a Serval
Caring for a Serval Cat as an Exotic Pet
Orange cat
How Do Red Tabby Cats Get Their Color?
fun facts about tuxedo cats
7 Pawsitively Fascinating Facts About Tuxedo Cats
Myths and Superstitions About Black Cats
A large tiger in Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh, India
Requirements to Keep Lions, Tigers, and Other Big Cats as Pets
Moggie cat looking at the camera
The Domestic Cat Will Steal Your Heart
Savannah Shorthair Cat laying down
The Savannah Cat Has the Look of the Wild
Chocolate Point Siamese Cat
The Smart Siamese Cat
Brazilian shorthair cat
Learn All About the Brazilian Shorthair
Korat cat portrait
Korat: Cat Breed Profile
Tabby cat with yellow eyes and brown and white fur leaning against window
The Origin of the Popular Tabby Cat
Bengal cat on back.
What Are the Most Common Pet Hybrid Cat Breeds?
Photo of Brother and Sister Maine Coons
Fun Facts About Maine Coon Cats
Tuxedo cat sitting on a wicker chair.
This Is What to Expect With Tuxedo Cats
Bengal Cat laying down and yawning
The Beautiful Wild Cat Hybrid
Photo of Brother and Sister Maine Coons
Is Your Cat a Purebred or a "Mutt?" Find Out Here
begal cat
7 Striking Pictures of Spotted Bengal Cats and Kittens
A beautiful fluffy Siamese cat with blue eyes lies on the windowsill
25 Stunning Siamese Cats and Their Quirks
A ragdoll cat looking up.
11 Cute Pictures of Ragdoll Cats
black and white cat
14 Adorable Tuxedo Cats and Kittens
Calico cat on its side
9 Beautiful Calico Cats and Kittens
Woman cuddles cat in kitchen
What Is a Domestic Cat?
Exotic shorthair cat resting on floor
10 Popular Cat Breeds for Many Types of Households
Pixie bob cat standing
The Mysterious Origin of the Pixie-Bob Cat Breed
Toyger
Designer Cat Breed That's a Mix of Toy and Tiger
Devon rex hypoallergenic cat sitting on brown seat
10 Best Cat Breeds for People With Allergies
Egyptian mau cat outdoors sitting up on hind legs
Egyptian Mau: A Dignified Cat Worthy of Worship
Brown persian cat laying on edge of green carpet
11 Pawsitively Stunning Persian Cats
Gray Scottish fold cat with orange eyes sitting on light blue couch
The Affable, Owl-Like Scottish Fold Cat
Brother and sister Maine Coons
Reasons to Love Maine Coon Cats