The largest registry of pedigree cats, The Cat Fanciers' Association, has declared which cat breeds were most popular in 2015. Of the 37 cat breeds identified by the CFA, the top 5 feline companions listed below are those Americans preferred to take home in the past year.
Devon Rex Cats
The Devon Rex is a relatively new breed of kittens, discovered by accident in the region of Devonshire, England, in 1965 and has been called a pixie cat that looks like an elf an Elian car. It is also recognized to behave more like a dog than a cat.
This breed has grabbed the attention of cat lovers worldwide with its unique appearance in the hearts of its families with its lovable and mischievous personality.
Abyssinian Cats
Abys are elegant and regal-looking as they are lovingly called, easy to care for and make ideal kittens breed for cat lovers. Expressive with slightly wedge-shaped heads, medium-length bodies, and well active muscles, Abyssinians have long, slender legs, and their coats are small and close-lying bodies. Overall appearance bears a likely to ancient Egyptian cats.
Abyssinians have not lapped cats but are loyal and normally mix well with children and other pets. Known for their curiosity and require to explore near surroundings. Abyssinians are people-oriented kitten breeds who like to participate in the activities taking place around them.
Sphynx Cats
The Sphynx cats are hairless, wrinkled wonder with big ears and eyes and pronounced cheekbones is one of the best and newer cat species. According to the CFA, the first Sphynx was born in Canada in 1966. The lack of hair, a genetic anomaly, resulted from Mother Nature and occurred about once every 15 years.
Since then, the Sphynx has been bred with traditional shorthair cats and then produced back to hairless to create a genetically sound, and this is a healthy breed. It has newly become one of the most in-demand cats in the U.S. The Sphynx is a "people cat." They are energetic, silly, and playful cats. The Sphynx cat is not an outdoor cat because the skin is exposed. Sphynx cats require to be protected from the things that don't mean they can't go outside; just that they should not live outdoors.
American Shorthair Cats
The American shorthair cat has been recognized as "America's breed, and the first cats of this kind were brought over from Europe. The American shorthair is a family favorite. It categorizes as one of the five most popular cat breeds consistently. The cat is known to have a very even temperament with keen intelligence and a good disposition. Testament to its easygoing nature is the shorthair's energy to get along with other pets. Short hair is considered an ideal pet for a working family with children.
Maine Coon Cats
Maine Coon is the oldest natural breed of kittens in North America are known for their intelligence and size. One of the largest domestic cats breeds is referred to as "gentle giants."
Maine Coons are also known for their rugged appearance and shaggy coats. Full-grown male Maine Coons grow to be 30 lbs., with females weighing a small less. These gentle giants reach full size by age three to five. Maine Coons are people-oriented, energetic, and intelligent, making them an easy breed to train. They're also known for their dog-like behavior:
- Following their owners from room to room
- Coming when called
- Playing fetches with their owners
