What kinds of cats are there?

Domestic Shorthair

* Most common type of cat

* Comes in a variety of colors and patterns

* Friendly and easy-going

* Good for families with children and other pets

Domestic Longhair

* Similar to the domestic shorthair, but with long hair

* Comes in a variety of colors and patterns

* Friendly and easy-going

* Good for families with children and other pets

Persian

* Longhaired cat with a round head and short snout

* Comes in a variety of colors and patterns

* Gentle and affectionate

* Good for quiet households

Siamese

* Sleek, muscular cat with blue eyes and pointed coat

* Comes in a variety of colors, including seal point, chocolate point, and blue point

* Social and outgoing

* Good for families with children and other pets

Maine Coon

* Large, rugged cat with a thick coat and bushy tail

* Comes in a variety of colors and patterns

* Gentle and affectionate

* Good for families with children and other pets

Ragdoll

* Large, muscular cat with a soft, silky coat

* Comes in a variety of colors and patterns

* Gentle and affectionate

* Good for families with children and other pets

Abyssinian

* Small, delicate cat with a short, dense coat

* Comes in a variety of colors, including ruddy, red, and blue

* Active and playful

* Good for families with children and other pets

Somali

* Longhaired version of the Abyssinian

* Comes in a variety of colors, including ruddy, red, and blue

* Active and playful

* Good for families with children and other pets

Bengal

* Wild-looking cat with a spotted coat

* Comes in a variety of colors, including brown, orange, and silver

* Active and playful

* Good for families with children and other pets

Ocicat

* Wild-looking cat with a spotted coat

* Comes in a variety of colors, including brown, orange, and silver

* Active and playful

* Good for families with children and other pets