It's widely believed that Maine coons originated in a climate with harsh winter weather, which would explain their all-natural cold-weather wear. Maine coons have extremely dense, water-resistant hair,
Balinese cats are known for their striking blue eyes and silky, pointed coats—much like their close relative, the Siamese.
Persians are, perhaps, best known for their long, glamorous coats, smushed faces, and vivid eyes. These pretty kitties are loved for more than just their looks.
Also known as a "Wegie," the Norwegian forest cat is a natural breed that can trace its roots back to the Vikings. Like the Maine coon, it's believed that Wegies originated in a cold climate, so they,
If you think Himalayan cats look a little bit like a Persian and a little bit like a Siamese, you're 100 percent correct. Himmies are a hybrid of the two popular breeds.
Originating in Turkey sometime during the 15th century, Turkish Angoras were once considered only white cats with blue or green eyes, and, for many years, all long-haired cats were called Angoras.
Birmans are another color-pointed cat like the Siamese and ragdoll. They have blue eyes and a medium-long coat but no undercoat, the primary trait that sets them apart from Persians and Himalayans.
Perhaps best known for its distinctive permed hair appearance, the LaPerm is a relatively newer breed that originated in 1982. It has long, tightly curled hair around the neck, ears, and tail, and a fluffy, bottle-brush shaped tail.
This American cat breed was intentionally bred to look like a small black panther, but fortunately it proves to be a much more affectionate and sociable house companion.