| Back in the ancient times, the cats are already | | | | in the world, there is one you will find as they can |
| around. They are even placed in elevated positions in | | | | withstand warm and even cold climates. |
| civilizations like Egypt. | | | | One will be a very loyal addition to the family. They |
| Today, any one can enjoy owning a cat. There are | | | | are fun-loving. Their good-natured personality will |
| no restrictions at all in owning them, unlike other pets | | | | make them very safe with kids. |
| that require high maintenance and are subject to | | | | 4. Ragdoll |
| state or federal regulation. | | | | Another wonderful breed for soon-to-be pet owners |
| A cat can also help you forget an exhausting day at | | | | is the ragdoll. This cat has medium length of hair. |
| work or at school. It can cuddle up to you and purr. | | | | They are very gentle, easy-going and affectionate. |
| It makes you feel protective over the cat. | | | | They are perfect for any household. They only have |
| Caring for a Cat | | | | to be kept indoors, away from the aggressive |
| Any cat lover out there does not need any reason | | | | animals. |
| or question for owning one. Yet, for those who do | | | | 5. Burmese Cat |
| not have a cat they may think that this is a | | | | Burmese cats are shorthaired. They have big yellow |
| tremendous task. | | | | eyes and very satiny hair. Stroking their hairs are |
| Actually, cats are the easiest pets to own. Cats are | | | | enough for grooming. |
| the perfect companions. They do not require much | | | | Burmese cats tend to be vocal like the Siamese. |
| from the owner. They only have to be regularly fed. | | | | They only have softer voices. They can get really |
| They also need a shelter. | | | | bonded and trusting with their owners. |
| Cats can be toilet trained too. A simple tray and a | | | | 6. Manx |
| few training sessions can dispense with the problem | | | | The Manx cats are very distinct because of their |
| of dealing with their dirt, especially for indoor cats. | | | | peculiar backs that end in a shortened tail. Their |
| Getting Your Own Cat | | | | structure gives them a very rounded look that |
| Having a cat in the household will definitely be an | | | | makes them more adorable and cuddly. |
| experience you do not want to miss. Again, they can | | | | Manx cats are very intelligent and playful. They are |
| be easily maintained in the household, so there is no | | | | even considered as social cats as they love people |
| need to worry. | | | | very much. They can even be playful even around |
| All you have to do is to pick one type that will best | | | | water, making it easier to groom them. |
| suit your personality. There are a big number of cat | | | | 7. Siberian Cat |
| breeds out there to choose from, not to mention | | | | Siberian cats are known for their proportioned bodies |
| those that have been cross-bred. | | | | and their furs. Some even claimthat their furs are |
| Each breed has its own distinct characteristic and | | | | hypoallergenic, although this is still subject to be |
| personality. This can affect how they will behave, | | | | confirmed. |
| how they play and even if they will require further | | | | These cats are intelligent, loyal and very affectionate. |
| maintenance. | | | | They are almost dog-like in theirpersonality. |
| The best thing to do is to pick the best breed for | | | | 8. Somali Cat |
| you. Here are the top 10 breeds that you can choose | | | | Somali cats are long-haired cats that wee from the |
| from. | | | | Abyssinian breed. They have fluffy hair and |
| 1. Persian Cat | | | | bottle-brush tails. |
| The Persian cat is one of the most popular breeds in | | | | They are perfect for owners who want an active, |
| town. They are known for their long and fluffy hair | | | | intelligent and playful pet. They can also get very |
| that can grow up to 3 inches. They also have | | | | curious. They also shed little hair and thereby perfect |
| beautiful colors that range from white, black, gray, | | | | for those who do not want too much grooming time. |
| orange or a combination of these colors. | | | | 9. Russian Blue |
| Persian cats require more maintenance in terms of | | | | This breed of cat has blue to bluish-gray coat. They |
| their hair. They also need comfortable environments | | | | usually have green or dark eyes. |
| and they have to feel secured. | | | | Russian Blues are very playful and intelligent. They |
| 2. Siamese Cat | | | | also bond really well with their owners but they are |
| Siamese cats are also very popular. They have | | | | very shy to strangers. |
| markings in their hair that make them very distinct. | | | | 10. American Bobtail |
| They also have slender bodies and very elegant | | | | American Bobtails are distinctly recognized for their |
| posture. | | | | tails that are shorter than the ordinary type and look |
| A Siamese cat always wants to be the center of | | | | like it has been specially bobbed. They can have short |
| attention. They want to be cared for. They tend to | | | | or long coats. Their eye colors can also vary. |
| get too noisy or cry a lot if they want to call your | | | | Conclusion |
| attention. | | | | Cats are the most wonderful creatures in the world. |
| 3. Maine Coon Cat | | | | They are the beloved pets in most households and |
| The Maine Coon Cat, or as some would say Mancoon | | | | neighborhoods. So get your own cat now. |
| cat, is one of the oldest breeds of cats. Everywhere | | | | |