Feline Favorites: The Top 6 Cat Breeds That Melt Hearts

Pet Fact of the day - An Australian survey stated that cat owners are considered to have lower scores on sleep disturbance, depression, and psychological troubles compared to non-cat owners!

And this is a sign for you from Petgully to adopt a cat right away.

If you are confused about what breed to choose among hundreds of options, here is a quick guide that will walk you through the 6 most popular cat breeds, that have a few best cat breeds in India as well. Continue reading to choose the right breed for you with ease.

Maine coon:-

Maine coon stands out as one of the best cat breeds for first-time owners because of its adaptive and gentle nature, and as it can hardly be found aggressive. What makes this breed more interesting is that they do not annoy their owners instead just surround them most of the time. Surprisingly, Maine coon breeds are so affectionate that it checks on their owners frequently.

Ragdoll:-

“Ragdoll is the perfect match made for you if you are living in an apartment and are looking to adopt a devoted cat breed. "

Their loyalty and devotion to their owners can be more similar to that of the dogs. Ragdoll is so friendly that it rarely scratches you and your guests. They love socializing and meeting new people and hence you can often find them easily, getting attached to the guests of your house.

Persian:-

Persian cats are more of a cuddle buddy for you than just being a pet. What makes them so popular is they don’t nag their owners constantly (Brownie points on your me-time if you adopt a Persian cat). Persian cats, though they get along with every family member of yours, don’t get bothered when they are left alone. Persian cats are so affectionate with their owners. But.. but… Being cranky and clingy are the two perfect words that they can’t even stand for regardless of how affectionate they are towards their owners.

Siamese:-

We warn you that it is so very hard to not fall for their good looks and amazing vocal talents. They are highly intelligent and they can grasp the things you teach them without much trouble. With dedicated parents, training them would be a piece of cake. From opening the faucets to fetching the newspapers, you train; they do!

Siamese will never get tired and done with talking, they will have a lot to share with you, and hence with their vocal talents, they will talk to you about anything and everything all day long.

Himalayan cats:-

Himalayan cats are more similar to Persian cats. And they’ll highly prefer your lap over comfy sofas and chairs. Himalayan cats are sensitive to sounds, they can’t stand noisy environments, and prefer calm environments over everything.

Despite providing them with a large space, they can be found lying next to their owner playing with their favorite toy. Or they can be found lying on their owner’s lap. The best part of having a Himalayan at home is that they are extremely friendly with the kids as well.

Bengal:-

Appearances can be deceptive because a Bengal cat may seem like a jungle cat on the outside but has a soft and sweet temperament on the inside. They are highly intelligent and every meow of theirs has a certain need or reason attached to it. They have big brains hence engaging them the right way with adequate exercise and games can help them stay happy, engaged, and serene.

Bengal cats are easy to maintain since their overcoat hardly gets matted and with consistent training, they can socialize and learn tricks easily. And rewarding them always doesn’t have to be a salmon or tuna. For a Bengal cat, a shallow tub of water to play with can be the greatest reward their owners can give.

Does the list end here?

Well not! Because every cat regardless of their breed will make you go Awww making it hard for you to not adopt. And hence the above-mentioned list will guide you through the selection of the right breed that suits your locality, your requirements, etc. 

 Meanwhile, the team is busy choosing breeds that are too cute to be ignored! So stay tuned for Part-2 on popular cat breeds. 

Until then Happy Pet Parenting!