All breeds of domestic cats and male cats with photographs and names: photo, character description

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Does a cat's character depend on its color?

The character of cats can be as varied as their color. Cats can be affectionate and aggressive, active and lazy, inquisitive, playful, independent and requiring constant attention from the owner.

Each cat breed has its own character traits that are unique to it. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with the character of a particular breed in advance in order to choose the right pet that is right for you.

This article will tell you how to determine in advance the character of a pet, what determines the character of a cat and what does not affect it. And you can choose a pet to suit your type of temperament.

Famous, popular breeds of short-haired cats: photos, description of character

Many people prefer to have a short-haired cat because it is easier to care for. In addition, short pile does not hide the beauty of the animal’s body. Let us describe some of the most striking and interesting breeds.

The Brazilian Shorthair is an aristocratic natural breed. Outwardly it looks like a courtyard. It has a small muscular body, a wedge-shaped head and almond-shaped eyes.

In cats of this breed, the character develops throughout life and depends on how the owners treat it:

kind by nature, from lack of attention and affection these pussies can become nervous and irritable
sociable and playful
wonderful hunters
love walks
require love and attention
easy to train and easy to train

Brazilian Shorthair
American Shorthair is a powerful, strong animal with a rounded head and well-developed chest. May have different colors.

Is different:

endurance
good health
love for jumping
courage
intelligence
tenderness and affection towards the owner
laziness, so it is necessary to force her to move actively
are greedy when it comes to food
independent but obedient

The American Shorthair
Siamese cat is a bright shorthaired cat that cannot be confused with other breeds due to its unique color, thin body structure and blue eyes. It is noteworthy that this breed was not crossed with anyone.

They have a rather unique character:

stubborn and willful
independent
have strong hunting instincts
very attached to the owner and very jealous of him
wary and distrustful of strangers
sensitive to the owner's mood
playful, love attention
in case of disagreement, they “swear” loudly

Siamese cat
Thai cat is an oriental breed that can have different colors, except pure white. It has a muscular, graceful body, a slightly wedge-shaped head and blue eyes.

Main features:

observant and curious
very smart, quickly learns to open closed doors
extremely devoted to the owner: she rejoices at the arrival, and during his illness does not leave him
tries to take a leading position among other pets
quite talkative

Thai cat
European Shorthair (Celtic cat) are quite massive animals that have unique hunting qualities. There are a lot of color variations. The character is purely individual and largely depends on the upbringing and attitude of the owner towards the animal. For the most part these animals:

smart
affectionate
attached to their owner
easy to adapt
easy to care for
have an independent character

European Shorthair
Australian Aya Mist (Australian Smoke). One of the unique new breeds. Almost never found outside of Australia. It has a spotted or marbled spotted color and beautiful aquamarine eyes.

Cat of this breed:

has an easy-going disposition
sociable and friendly
not afraid of strangers
loves children
playful and active
easily tolerates loneliness
calmly relates to closed spaces and lack of walks

Australian Mist
German (Prussian) Rex is a cross between an Angora and a Russian Blue. Owners of wavy plush fur.

The nature:

calm, even lazy
patient and enduring
It is believed that they can take on the traits of their owner
require a lot of love and affection

The German Rex
Bengal cat is a medium-sized artificially bred breed with a spotted coat like a leopard.

Such animals:

very active, even mischievous
love walking, allowing you to put on a leash
have high intelligence
love to fight and hunt
can make a variety of sounds
quite kind and friendly

Bengal cat
Manx tailless cat (Manx) are large, strong, muscular animals. The tail is very short, similar to a hare's.

They differ in the following features:

very active and playful
sociable, take an active part in everything
emotional
loving and spontaneous
are partial to water, but do not like to swim
wonderful fast hunters

Manx tailless cat
The Manx cat is a medium-sized animal. She is the owner of a proportionate body, well-developed muscles, round amber eyes and unusually silky fur.

It has a wonderful light character:

extremely sociable
very loyal to a person
smart and understanding
loves physical contact
devoid of aggressiveness
requires attention
loves active games

The Pixie Bob is a young breed created by crossing domestic cats and wild short-tailed cats. It has a muscular body and a short straight tail. Externally they look like a lynx.

Despite the appearance of a wild animal, they have an easy-going character:

kind and gentle
quickly become attached to the family and owner
very active, love to jump and play

The Pixiebob
Oriental is an elegant oriental cat that comes in a variety of colors, except white. Has large ears and expressive eyes. Has the same standard as the Siamese cat. Just as graceful and elegant.

Peculiarities:

has a shrill voice
very trusting
inquisitive
sociable
not afraid
is in constant motion
trains well
can walk on a leash and fetch various objects in his teeth
is distinguished by its loyalty to its owner, so when separated it can become very sad

Oriental cat
American Bobtail - traces its history back to ancient Indian breeds. Some believe that this is a domesticated lynx. A squat cat that has dense, slightly shaggy fur and a short tail. May be of different colors.

The nature:

good-natured and affectionate
smart
calm
don’t really like being alone, try to be with family members
love to play and require attention
freedom-loving
When walking, they do not climb trees, but calmly walk on a leash next to their owner.

The American Bobtail
Ceylon cat is a small, muscular cat, the only Italian breed.

Has a peculiar disposition:

peaceful, but can stand up for herself and punish the offender
active, loves to play with her owner
cheerful and sociable
always tries to be with the owner, but is unobtrusive

Ceylon cat
Singapura cat is a miniature, very graceful cat with a pinkish tint to its fur.

These pussies have a very delicate temperament:

timid, afraid of noise and quarrels
careful with strangers
quiet and modest
peaceful and moderately friendly
are self-sufficient, a person will never be an authority for them

Singapura cat

Language of the body

The position of an animal's body and movements can tell a lot about its mood and condition.

Tail.

Waving or twitching indicates nervous tension. The animal is clearly dissatisfied or angry with something and is ready to move to active defense. It's better to leave him alone. A pipe tail is a sign of satisfaction and good mood. Most likely, the cat will be happy to communicate and will willingly play with you. A frightened pet hides its tail between its paws. Also, a tucked tail can be an indicator that the animal is in pain. If the tail remains tucked for a long time, and there is no reason to be afraid, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Back.

An arched back, raised fur and flattened ears are a sign of detected danger. Your pet is trying to get bigger in order to intimidate its intended opponent. At such a moment, he is ready to defend himself; you should not try to pick him up or stroke him. Just wait until he calms down. But the pet turned over on its back is relaxed and completely trusts you. Animals love to ride on their backs. This way they relax and relieve stress.

Ears

very mobile. Changing their position is not only an orientation to the sound source. Straight ears are a sign of a calm, “neutral” mood. Pressed to the head indicates that the animal is very angry or scared. Back-facing is an indicator of excitement or interest. At such a moment, your pet is ready to play or is interested in what is happening around him.

Plunge crawling

- a manifestation of the hunting instinct. The predator hides in ambush for a long time, tracking down its prey. He presses his stomach to the floor, lowers his ears to become as inconspicuous as possible. Often this behavior is followed by a lightning-fast jump and capture of the hunted object. If a cat moves this way for no apparent reason, it is most likely frightened by something.

If a cat crouches to the floor for no apparent reason, something has frightened it. Try to eliminate the source of anxiety, talk to your pet to calm him down.

The cat is rubbing.

There are scent glands on the face and paws, with the help of which the animal leaves marks to mark its territory. This way it feels more confident, and its relatives understand: the place is occupied. Your pet “butts” you with his head and rubs his sides - he expresses a special affection, marks you as his own.

Gaze

when sitting motionless next to a person or object - a request for help. The cat is waiting for you to open the door or window for it, fill the bowl with food, or take out the rolled toy. Or you sleep too long, and your pet is bored and waiting for attention.

Famous, popular plush breeds of cats and cats: photos, character description

Some cats have short but very thick fur that gives them the appearance of a plush toy. This fur is extremely pleasant to the touch. The most famous and popular are these “buns”.

British Shorthairs are bright representatives of the “plush” breed. Strong, serious animals, with a round head and serious eyes. These cats have remarkable properties:

calm
clean
endowed with high intelligence
affectionate
loyal to their masters
rarely bite or scratch
They easily tolerate loneliness. Ideal for people who are not often at home
don't like to be squeezed
gets along easily with other pets
unpretentious in food

British Shorthair
The British chinchilla is a calm and inactive cat, bred as a result of crossing the British and Persian breeds.

Characteristics:

very lazy, prefer to lie down all day
affectionate and gentle
they need constant attention from their owners
easy to adapt and learn
patient
need their own corner and do not like it when people encroach on their territory
not aggressive, but quite stubborn

British Chinchilla
Exotic Shorthair is a pussycat that captivates people's hearts with its naive face and plush fur. The breed was created by accident, but quickly gained popularity. These cats are similar to Persian cats, only with short hair.

Exotics have an almost ideal character:

good-natured and affectionate
curious
lazy couch potatoes
do not make noise, preferring quiet games with toys
devoid of aggression, in case of an incorrect attitude they simply leave offended
indifferent to strangers

Exotic Shorthair
Scottish Straight (Scottish Straight) is a fluffy, strong representative of the Scottish breed, endowed with a wonderful character:

friendly, non-aggressive
quickly becomes attached to all family members
calm and sedate
afraid of heights
cannot tolerate coercion or being held in arms by force

Scottish straight

Famous, popular breeds of hairless cats and cats: photos, description of character

Hairless cats are owned by exotic lovers and people suffering from allergies to wool. Due to the lack of a fur coat, such animals often freeze, so they can only live in warm apartments. These breeds are not suitable for people who are rarely at home, as they absolutely cannot tolerate loneliness and require constant attention.

Hairless cat breeds are believed to be endowed with extremely high intelligence. Hairless cats are different and do not look alike.

The Canadian Sphynx is a fairly heavy, medium-sized cat with very short hair that feels like suede.

The nature:

very active and playful
quickly gets used to people and habitat
follows the owner's heels and, on occasion, always strives to jump onto his lap
not vindictive

The Canadian Sphynx
Peterbald (Petersburg Sphynx) is a breed that emerged from crossing an Oriental cat with a Don Sphynx. These animals have an elegant, even sophisticated appearance.

They have an easy-going and easy-going disposition:

smart and sociable
affectionate with all family members
playful
very attached to the person
gets along easily with everyone
not conflicting

The Peterbald
Ukrainian Levkoy is a fold-eared, hairless cat, not a universally recognized young breed. Has an unusual appearance and wonderful character:

extremely loving and affectionate
loyal to the owner
easily adapt to new things
not capricious and not picky
have high intelligence
afraid of heights

The Ukrainian Levkoy
Donskoy Sphynx is a relatively young breed bred in Russia.

Characteristics:

completely devoid of aggression
extremely friendly and cheerful
very active, therefore capable of mischief
sensitive, feel the owner perfectly
calmly tolerate hygiene procedures
easy to learn
love attention

Don Sphynx
Bambino are funny little animals, the result of crossing Munchkins and Canadian Sphynxes. They look like funny kittens, just as cute and touching.

These cats took the best from both breeds:

sociability and curiosity
cheerful disposition
devotion to masters
affection and tenderness
high intelligence
love of walking and traveling
getting along with other pets

The Bambino
Cornish Rex is not a completely hairless breed. Unlike other representatives of the rex, they only have undercoat as hair. They have astrakhan fur due to the absence of guard hairs. Slender and graceful cats.

Peculiarities:

Can't stand drafts
love to eat
loyal to the owner, and even wag their tail like dogs
smart and quick-witted
active and very playful
sociable and curious

Cornish Rex

Famous, popular breeds of fold cats and male cats: photos, description of character

Funny animals with unusually shaped ears are loved by many. The number of fold-eared breeds is very small, since by their nature cats are hunters who need protruding ears for good orientation.

Scottish Fold (Scottish Fold) is a plush cat, similar in appearance to the British breed. A distinctive feature is the ability to sit “on the butt”.

The character is also very reminiscent of the British:

friendly
inquisitive
calm
easy to train
feel the mood of the owner
are not afraid of strangers
kittens quickly get used to the litter box
not aggressive
incapable of revenge
sensitive, cannot stand shouting and rude treatment addressed to them
travel easily
don't like to jump
do not scream loudly, make only quiet sounds

Scottish Fold
Highland Fold is a Scottish fold long-haired cat. The animal is medium in size with silky long hair.

Like all Scots, they are different:

calm and balanced disposition
playfulness that does not go away with age
curiosity
good adaptation, not afraid of moving
love to be around people

Highland Fold
The Ukrainian Levkoy , mentioned above, also belongs to the fold-eared cat breed

Angora

Angora cats delight not only with their snow-white fur, but also with their optimism. They are ready to play and purr all day long and are affectionate. They are able to imitate human speech, emitting an expressive purr. They often get bored with the desire to be close and rub against the owner.

If you decide to get a kitten, do not try to take the baby. Wait until your baby is 3 months old. At this age, the character traits of the four-legged furry are already determined.

White breeds of cats and male cats with photographs and names: photos, character description

White cats are very beautiful and elegant. According to the standards, white breeds are not allowed any spots or impurities. This color can only be obtained by crossing purebred breeds that have not been mixed.

White coat color in cats can be due to various reasons:

due to a specific gene associated with deafness (seen in cats with green or blue eyes)
due to albinism, when animals have no coat pigmentation, and their eyes and skin have a pinkish tint
due to the presence of the gene that determines white spotting. Sometimes there are a lot of such white spots, they merge together, and the cat turns white

Many breeds can have a white coat:

Persian
Devon Rex
Maine Coons
British

We present the most striking representatives of the snow-white color:

Turkish Angora is an ancient aristocratic breed. It has soft silky fur and greenish or blue eyes.

Cat details:

very smart. Can learn to use light switches and open the refrigerator door
active and mobile
inquisitive
don't like loneliness
usually become attached to one person
love attention to their person
enjoy playing with toy or live mice

The Turkish Angora
Khao Mani is a short-haired cat native to Thailand. This fairly ancient breed was officially registered quite recently. An extremely graceful snow-white animal that has the following features:

curiosity
mind
playfulness and mobility
love for the owner, whose company they simply adore
trusting even towards strangers
highly social (therefore, it is not recommended to have such a cat if you do not have other cats)

Kao Mani
Foreign White is a shorthair cat, the result of crossing a Siamese and a European shorthair. They have a graceful body and blue eyes. Moreover, animals are endowed with excellent hearing. The breed is quite rare.

Character:

highly intelligent
social
friendly
independent
freedom-loving
quite talkative, have a loud voice
active, love active games

The Foreign White
Turkish Van is a large cat with semi-long white hair with almost no undercoat, with colored spots on the tail, ears and face.

Key Features:

mobile
playful
inquisitive
swim well, they like water fun
love affection, although they can be wayward
usually becomes attached to one of the family members

Turkish van

4) Cats hiss, imitating snakes, to intimidate the enemy

Anyone who has ever witnessed fierce fights between angry cats knows that these cute and furry animals can make blood-curdling sounds. In addition to demonic intrauterine screams, somewhat reminiscent of a baby’s cry, cats can hiss fiercely.

Many animals have learned to make similar hissing sounds during fights, or when they want to intimidate someone. But why does such a dull hiss have the desired effect? It turns out that when extremely angry, a cat may flatten its ears, bare its fangs, squint its eyes, and hiss to imitate another animal that usually inspires fear: a snake.

Obviously, the cat is not doing this intentionally.

Cats, like many other living things, including butterflies and birds, instinctively use the art of imitation in order to better defend themselves when attacked. Most animals know what venomous snakes are and that they should be feared, which is why cunning cats have chosen imitation tactics to intimidate the enemy.

Black breeds of cats and male cats: photos, description of character

Black cats are quite common. Almost all breeds can have this color: both short-haired and long-haired. It is believed that black cats have special telepathic abilities and sense their owners well. There are few breeds that are exclusively black in color.

The Bombay cat is a breed that has been created by breeders for more than 20 years. The animal has smooth short hair and is very similar in appearance to a panther. Throughout life, a cat's eye color changes: at birth it is blue, then becomes gray, and then acquires an amber tint.

Features of this breed:

have a bright temperament
have a very individual character
have high intelligence
they meow a lot, but their voice is quiet, so they are perceived without tension
don't like loneliness
happy to sit in your arms
balanced
they try to take a leading position among other pets

Mandalay
Bombay cat is a new rare breed that is not fully recognized. These are descendants of Burmese with a specific thick, uniform dark chocolate or black color. The wool literally shimmers and feels silky and pleasant to the touch.

Main features:

calm and friendly
love all family members without singling out anyone
patient
love affection and attention

Mandalay

Features of behavior, when they appear, you need to take your cat to the veterinarian

It is recommended to show your pet to a veterinarian if he:

Tucks tail to stomach, trembling and spending most of the time lying down. This may indicate the development of diabetes or spinal problems.
He behaves nervously, constantly licks himself, his tail muscles twitch.
Constantly snorts and rubs his nose with his paws, which may indicate a runny nose, sinusitis, inflammation of the tooth root, or a foreign body getting into the nasal passages.
He hides and avoids communication in every possible way or, on the contrary, persistently tries to climb into his arms.
Shows unmotivated aggression.
Doesn't allow anyone to touch him.
Meows constantly.
He hits the wall with his head, freezing in this position.
Moves sideways, backs away, crawls away, clinging to the floor.

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Gray breeds of cats and cats: photos, description of character

Gray cats always look elegant and aristocratic. This color is called “blue”, and varies from light ash to dark gray. Blue cats should be distinguished from smoky cats. The latter have white fur at the base.

There are several breeds that are exclusively gray in color:

Chartreux (Carthusian cat ) is a fairly large, strong animal with amber eyes.

The following characteristics are typical for cats of this breed:

easily adapt to any conditions
obedient and easy to train
playfulness alternates with periods of calm
not intrusive
not prone to pranks
are attached to a person, not to a habitat
choose one owner who is accompanied everywhere
love affection and stroking on the head and cheeks
they treat strangers rather indifferently
love space and walks

Chartreuse (Carthusian cat)
Russian Blue is a popular, expensive breed. It has a thick, dense, shiny coat of uniform blue color with a silver tint. Has an elegant and slender body.

This proud cat with character has its own characteristics:

a little stubborn and freedom-loving, but at the same time obedient
kind and affectionate
can spend the whole day at home alone
unobtrusive, but happy if you take her for a walk
sits with pleasure in the arms of the owner, and only when she wants it
curious and observant
wary of strangers
doesn't like closed doors
homebody
loves to hunt

The Russian Blue
Korat is an ancient breed native to Thailand, where these animals are considered a symbol of happiness. In appearance they are similar to Russian Blue cats. The only recognized color is blue with silver tips. It is distinguished by large and bright emerald or amber eyes.

They have a specific character:

do not like cats of other breeds around them
jealous and really miss the owner in his absence
don't like strangers
males are known as fighters, but at the same time they show themselves as caring fathers
don't like long walks
are homebodies and rarely leave the house
good-natured and reserved
playful
require increased attention

Korat
British Blues are robust cats with a round head, small ears and a wonderful short, thick coat. This cat is the embodiment of British aristocracy:

hardy and strong
friendly and approachable
patient, gets along well with children or other animals
does not like familiarity

The British Blue
Nibelung (“child of the mist”) is a rare breed, graceful with silky soft fur and emerald eyes. Long-haired version of the Russian Blue.

They have a rather unique character:

not very sociable
may be aggressive towards strangers at a young age
everyone understands, but loves to do it their own way
quite cunning
affectionate with the owner and household members

Nibelung
Red breeds of cats and cats: photos, description of character

Red cats were considered in Rus' a symbol of the sun and happiness. And in some countries such animals are associated with financial well-being.

The red color in felinology is called red. It is worth noting that there are no animals with a uniform red tint; this color is always heterogeneous, with impurities, decorated with stripes and spots. It is believed that the more spots or stripes an animal has, the more complex its character.

The temperament of red cats is always individual, and the character depends not only on the breed, but also on the owner’s attitude towards the animal. However, the common features of all “saffron milk caps” are:

insolence
courage
cunning
demand for increased attention to one's person
mischief and playfulness

Red color is especially common among representatives of “wild” breeds.

Caracal is a steppe lynx. A predatory animal that can only be tamed if raised in captivity.

Peculiarities:

curious and playful
difficult to train due to wild temperament
requires an attentive, patient attitude, especially in the first two years of life
devoted to the owner
feels good in a private house with a spacious enclosure

Caracal
Abyssinian cat is one of the oldest breeds, the ancestor of which is African cats. It has a ticked reddish color (sorrel). However, blue and fawn can be found. The breed is distinguished by its small number of offspring.

Main character traits:

obstinacy
intelligence and curiosity
melodious voice
mobility and energy
extreme love of games and space
sociability, it is difficult for such a cat to be alone

Abyssinian cat
The Bengal cat is the result of crossing domestic cats with leopard breeds. Owners of reddish fur with spots. Silver color is less common.

The character combines wild and “domestic” traits:

very energetic, attack everything that moves
smart and quick-witted
do not like tactile caresses
quickly get used to people and conditions
loyal to the owner, but sometimes distance themselves from him, preferring loneliness
wary of strangers
get along well with other animals

Bengal cat
A bright sunny shade is often found in more familiar pets:

Persians
British
Siberian cats
maine-coons

Changes in behavior after spaying and neutering

Character can be different and depends not only on the characteristics described above, but also on upbringing.

The physiological characteristics of cats affect the character of the pet. When animals reach sexual maturity, they want to go for a walk. If they do not get what they want, the behavior does not please the owner. The behavior of a cat in the spring - she constantly meows, scratches the sofa. The cat is also not behaving in the best way. Animal lovers claim that after castration and sterilization, the animal becomes calmer, more balanced, and more affectionate. Stop meowing constantly.

Striped breeds of cats and cats: photos, description of character

Tabby cats are very common. This color is considered “wild type” and is called “tabby”. Cats of many breeds can be tabby. And for some, this color is the main one:

The Toyger is a cat with a brindle “striped” color, massive bones, a rounded thick tail and expressive, deep-set eyes. Looks like a small tiger. The breed has not yet fully formed.

Peculiarities:

playful
friendly
unpretentious
get along well with other residents
easy to train
don't require much attention

Toyger
Egyptian Mau is an ancient breed of cat. It has an unusual silver color with spots like a jaguar and clearly outlined eyes.

Character Traits:

extremely affectionate
loyal friends to their master
love to be the center of attention and often sit on a person's lap or shoulder
can walk with a collar on a leash, as they love long walks
very energetic and lively
run fast and have hunting qualities
jump up and down to express their joy
love to chat
get used to the tray quickly
cats often help the female during childbirth

Egyptian Mau
Asian Tabby is a representative of the Asian cat breed. Color can be in the form of rings, spots or stripes on the fur.

The nature:

calm
tolerant
friendly
quite smart
energetic
playful
practically do not cause any trouble to the owner

The Asian tabby
Sokoke is a Kenyan forest cat that resembles a cheetah with tufted ears. Able to change eye color depending on their mood.

Sokoke

These cats have the following traits:

independent
are playful and very energetic, so in an apartment it is necessary to allocate free space for active activities
swim well
gentle and very attached to the owner