Largest Domesticated Cat Breeds

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Maine Coon

The strong, shaggy Maine coon is a well-proportioned large domesticated cat. There are many stories of how this breed developed.

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Ragdoll

The ragdoll earned its name because of its docile, cuddly, and affectionate nature. Ragdolls collapse into their favorite person’s arms when picked up,

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Norwegian Forest Cat

Imagine a wild, long-haired cat with wide yellow eyes and a muscular body, and you'd see an encyclopedia entry for a Norwegian forest cat.

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Persian

The most striking attribute of the Persian cat is its face. This long-haired cat has a round, often flat face and a distinctly short muzzle, giving it a squished face look.

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Chausie

An exotic-looking breed, the Chausie is a large, extremely active, and intelligent cat. The Chausie got its name from the Latin name “felis chaus,” meaning “jungle cat.”

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Siberian

This unique Siberian cat breed is large, sturdy, and intelligent. It had to be, growing up in an exceptionally unforgiving climate with painfully short summers and long, harsh winters.

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Savannah

The Savannah cat is a cross between a domestic cat and a serval, a medium-sized African wild cat with distinctly large ears. Its exotic, leopard-like appearance makes the Savannah a commonly desired pet among big cat enthusiasts.

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American Bobtail

A distinctly short, stubby bobbed tail is what makes this domesticated house cat stand apart from all of the other breeds. It also has long hind legs and an alert hunting gaze—attributes consistent with a bobcat.

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Ragamuffin

The ragamuffin is closely related to another larger breed, the ragdoll. The ragamuffin is large, lovable, and mellow. Ragamuffin cats are known for their docile nature and thick,

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