There are many breeds of cats, some without hair, others with long hair, others short, white, black, or even tricolor ... Some are better adapted than others to live in flats and apartments, while there are others that can only be in houses located in a quiet neighborhood where they can go for a walk. Considering the panorama, it is not easy to decide on one, true?
But don't worry: we will help you. Here you have a series of tips for finding the best breed of cat.
Depending on the time you can dedicate, your personal tastes and whether or not there are children at home, there are a limited number of cat breeds that you can choose from. For example:
Cat breeds that get along well with children
When looking for a cat that is sociable with children, it must be borne in mind that this animal should not be very territorial, that it tolerates loud noises, and above all, that it loves to always be surrounded by people who will catch it in arms and they will pamper you. Some examples are:
- Ragdoll: they are long-haired cats that must be brushed at least once a day. They enjoy caresses and attention.
- Maine Coon: they are big cats, but very cuddly. They also need daily brushing.
- Burma Sacred: affectionate and friendly, his short hair needs frequent brushing.
Cat breeds for people with allergies
If someone in your family or yourself thinks you may have an allergy to cat dander, but you still want to live with one of them, there are some hypoallergenic breeds:
- Siberian cat: Despite having long hair, it is the breed that produces the lowest levels of FEL D1, which is the allergen that causes allergies.
- Devon rex: She has very short hair, so she doesn't need much attention (except, of course, food, water, and pampering).
- Balinese: this is a breed derived from the Siamese. He has short hair, which needs to be brushed from time to time.
Cat breeds for active people
If you are a person who likes to be constantly doing something, and you are looking for a cat with which to spend very fun times at home, and with which you can also go for a walk, these breeds are the most recommended:
- Bengal: This lovely tabby cat comes from a cross between a domestic cat and a leopard cat. You need contact with the outside, or at least, to be able to do a lot of exercise at home.
- Savannah- This is probably the largest breed of cat (it can weigh up to 20kg). It comes from a cross between domestic and serval cats. He likes to go out for a walk, in fact, it is something he needs.
And if you don't care about the race ...
…then choose a common european. There are black, tricolor, tabby, ... They can become excellent companions and friends, as long as their human takes care of them of course.