postheadericon What Breed Of Cat Makes For A Good Pet?



by Frank Woods


A cat is a very popular pet and there are many breeds to choose from. If you are like most people, you don't know much about them. In order to help you to make a choice about breeds, here is some useful information.

There are cats that are well behaved and don't need too much attention. If you want that kind of cat, then the Sphynx, Rex, the British Angora and the Siamese are out of the question. These cats are very active and can be found all over the place. For those who are looking for a cat to provide them with entertainment, these are a good choice. The Rex breed especially likes to play with its master.

There are other important features to consider as well. For example, if you want a long haired or a short haired cat. If you have not much time to physically care for your pet, don't choose breeds that will need regular grooming. It would not be in good taste if you chose a long haired cat knowing that you will be remiss in caring for it. If you do not, it can tangle and matt up and need to be shaven. And, it can pose a health risk too.

Some cats keep quietly to themselves in some nook or corner while others are more vocal. They can be quite noisy. People who like the company of cats don't care if cats are noisy or not; there are also owners who try to calm them down, belatedly realizing that it was a mistake.

The Vocal or Noisy Cat Breeds

Siamese

Burmese

Korat

Quiet Cat Breeds:

American Curl

The Scottish Fold

Somali

Attitude is also a point of consideration. We often see cats sitting on the laps of their masters, but some cat breed can be aloof to humans. There are cats that crave for attention while others just want to be alone. Choosing which is the right one for you is a must.

Affectionate Breeds are great for children.

The Snowshoe

Maine Coon

Ragdoll

Abyssinian

The Tonkinese cat

Himalayan Persian

Reserved Breeds:

Nebelung

Russian Shorthair

Norwegian Forest Cat

Lastly, choose if you would like to go with a kitten or an abandoned older cat. The matter for consideration is that you have to train a kitten, while adult cats have developed character and habits. You can find many breeds of kittens to choose from at the local cat show and you can look for them at your local humane society as well. Adopting from an animal shelter has the added benefit of helping with its decongestion. The information above should give you a good idea of the breed of cat that you will want to own.




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