cat breeds

Scottish Folds are an irresistibly adorable and incredibly fun cat to bring into any household. Their folded ears, beautiful coats, and unique expressions have caused the breed to skyrocket into popularity in recent years. However, in some cases, the "cute" folded ears come at the price of...

What is grooming a show cat like? Two experienced breeders share their tipsEver wondered what it was like to show a cat? Are you curious about the grooming procedures in place for these beautiful show cats? We have some answers from two owners of prized pedigreed cats with a lot of experience in...

Tuxedo or Orange? Tabby or pure white? Take this quick super fun quiz and let's see if we can guess what's YOUR favorite cat color! According to our survey, most cat lovers have a favorite cat coat color or pattern. Sure, you love ALL cats and will go out of your way to help a cat, no matter...

You may have heard of Manx cats as "a breed with no tail". In fact, not only do some Manx cats have tails, but the breed is unique in many other ways. Whether you are the owner of a Manx cat or just curious about the cat breeds of the world, we're sure you'll find some fascinating tidbits in...

How To Tell Your Cat's Breed By Its BehaviorWhile every cat has his or her distinct personality, some breeds are characterized by specific behavioral traits. Can this help you figure out what your cat’s breed may be? Let’s see if it's possible to tell if Kitty is in fact a Persian or a Siamese...

Turkish Van Cats: 5 Fascinating Things You Should Know The Turkish Van is a rare natural breed which developed over millennia in southeast Turkey and neighboring countries. These gorgeous cats are known for their unique coat pattern: a white body with colored markings confined to the head and...

How well do you know the various cat breeds? We have a fun illustrated quiz for you with lots of pretty cat pictures! See if you can guess the correct breed by taking this 10 question quiz. Don't forget to post your score in the comments section below and to share the quiz with your friends...

Turkish Angora cats are best known for their silky shimmering longhair coat. They're mesmerizingly beautiful cats with a fascinating breed history. Even if you never plan on buying a purebred cat, you'll probably enjoy the story of the Turkish Angora cat. Where did Turkish Angora cats come...

It's time for a fun personality quiz for cat lovers! Are you a vocal Siamese or the strong and quiet Maine Coon? Or maybe there's another cat breed that reflects your personality even better? Take the quiz, share your result in the comment section and don't forget to share on Facebook...

We have a new quiz for you! It's not an easy one but it's an all-visual quiz with lots of cat pictures, so lots of fun! Take the quiz to see how well you can tell a tabby apart from a calico... Once you're done, let us know how much you scored in the comments section and please share this with...

"I'll let my Himalayan cat have babies just once or twice. I know I'll find good homes for her kittens." We hear that on the Pregnant Cats & Kitten Care forum occasionally from irresponsible cat owners. Apparently, some backyard breeders think that just because a cat is purebred it is certain...

Getting a new breed of cat to be counted among the "regular" championship breeds can be a long process. Breeders work long and hard to achieve a certain look and establish that as the standard for a new breed. TICA - The International Cat Association - has special official categories for these...

The Cat Fancy - the term used to describe showing and breeding pedigreed cats - began some time at the end of the 19th century with very few established cat breeds. Even as late as the 1950s there were no more than ten cat breeds. Fast forward to 2014: Walk into a national cat show and you'll be...

Costs will vary depending on where you live and your relationship with the veterinarian—some offer a discount to regular clients, those with multiple animals or breeders. Be sure to ask in advance—before you even get a cat to breed. The costs involved can be shocking. You’ll want to find a...

Cats are cute, kittens are cuter, so why not let Kitty have a litter? The cuteness factor will guarantee they all find homes, right? Since Kitty came with papers that say she’s purebred, then people will be willing to pay for her kittens so there will be a little profit involved as well...

Our member MServant shared with us the experience of buying her first purebred cat, a beautiful Russian Blue named Mouse. Mouse was bought from an ethical British breeder. The process MServant went through offers us a great example of what buying from an ethical breeder is like. Finding a...

The Siamese breed is extremely popular, and is one of the few breeds that are instantly recognized by cat lovers, even those who are not affiliated with the world of cat fancy. According to the Cats Fanciers Association’s registries, the Siamese breed is one of the top ten most popular cat...

Cats are famous for being independent and free-spirited, so you may even wonder why would anyone want to “register” a cat? Good question - and hopefully this article will help fill in the gaps on this topic. What Are Cat Registries?Cat registries are the organizations in charge of keeping...

What breed is my cat? The complete guide to finding out what breed your cat is (or at least what breed he or she looks like)"How do I find out what breed my cat is?" This has to be the number one question we get on the cat breeds forum. Cats come in a variety of coat lengths, colors and...

The Persian cat is probably the most popular of all cat breeds. Purebred Persians cats are common all over the world as pets, and are prominent participants in every cat show. Owners of Persian cats say that they love the breed's elegant appearance as well as the peaceful demeanour. These...