{"id":13041,"date":"2022-02-22T09:30:37","date_gmt":"2022-02-22T15:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/?p=13041"},"modified":"2025-01-15T15:44:40","modified_gmt":"2025-01-15T21:44:40","slug":"most-popular-cat-breeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/culture\/breeds\/most-common-cat-breeds\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Common Cat Breeds for Cat Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever wondered which are the most popular cat breeds? We did, which is why we created this list of some of the popular house cat breeds and a summary of what it is about them that leads to their popularity. But is one of these breeds also the most popular cat? Or is there another possibility?<\/p>\n

How Many Breeds of Cats Are There?<\/h2>\n

The answer depends on who you ask. The Cat Fanciers\u2019 Association<\/a> (CFA), the world\u2019s largest registry of pedigreed cats, accepts 45 pedigreed breeds for registration. The International Cat Association<\/a> (TICA), the world\u2019s largest genetic registry of pedigreed and domestic cats, recognizes 73 breeds for championship competition. So the answer is somewhere between 45 and 73, with new breeds added occasionally.<\/p>\n

What Are the Most Popular Cat Breeds?<\/h2>\n

As with all \u201cmost popular\u201d lists, choosing which breeds are the most popular house cats could be a subjective decision. We\u2019ve made our list (in no particular order) based on the breeds that have consistently been at the top of the CFA\u2019s annual most popular breeds list. The CFA list is based on the number of cats registered worldwide for each breed. Other cats that often make the CFA\u2019s top 15 popular breed list include Devon rex cats, Siamese cats, sphynx cats and the American shorthair cat.<\/p>\n

To help explain why these breeds are the consistent popularity winners, we\u2019ve summarized their personalities and best features, based on CFA\u2019s breed descriptions<\/a>. You\u2019ll notice a theme that all of these breeds love attention from their humans. It\u2019s also important to note that these are general observations of each breed. Each cat has their own distinctive personality and may not \u201cfit\u201d these descriptions, but that\u2019s why we love \u2019em.<\/p>\n

Ragdoll<\/h3>\n

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For people who love affection and companionship from their cat, a ragdoll is the perfect breed. They love to be constantly by your side and can even play fetch. They\u2019re easygoing in both personality and maintenance, with a semi-longhaired coat that requires minimal grooming. Created in the 1960s, ragdolls are a relatively new breed.<\/p>\n

Exotic<\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

The exotic cat breed is great for people who love how Persians look but aren\u2019t so keen on a Persian\u2019s daily grooming requirements. Exotic cats have a thick, dense coat that does not mat and big eyes perfect for persuading their owners to open the treat jar. They love cuddles, are loyal and generally face the world with a laid-back attitude.<\/p>\n

British Shorthair<\/h3>\n

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British shorthair cats are very affectionate and can form strong bonds with their owners. They\u2019re also easily trained and very adaptable to their environment. British shorthairs are probably the oldest English breed of cat, with ancestry that goes back to Roman domestic cats. They\u2019re medium to large cats that come in a variety of colors and patterns.<\/p>\n

Persian<\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

When you envision a Persian cat, a white cat with a magnificent long coat probably comes to mind. However, they come in a variety of colors, not just white. Their pretty coat will need daily grooming with a metal comb and occasional baths to keep it healthy, clean and tangle-free. Persians generally aren\u2019t fans of loud households or of climbing or jumping \u2014 they\u2019d rather pose for a photo so you can add it to the Cat Club page of the Diamond Family Album<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Maine Coon<\/h3>\n

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For cat parents that like their cat\u2019s coat to look a little more tousled than smooth all over, Maine coons are a good choice. They have an uneven shaggy coat that is easier to maintain than other long-haired breeds and a thick tail that, as a cold weather cat breed<\/a>, they can wrap around their body to keep them warm. Maine coons also have big, tufted ears for warmth and protection and large, tufted paws for walking on top of snow for when they\u2019re being adventurous outdoor cats. Intelligent cats that are easily trained, they are also one of the few breeds that love playing in and around water<\/a>. Maine coons want to be involved in every part of their human\u2019s life \u2014 to the point that if you want privacy from your Maine coon cat, you may have to shut the door.<\/p>\n

The Real <\/i>Most Popular Cat Breed in the U.S. Isn\u2019t a Breed at All<\/h2>\n

Most of the world\u2019s cats aren\u2019t any of these breeds: more than 95 percent are non-pedigree cats. So if we want to talk about the most popular cats, it\u2019s not one single breed of cat but the cats whose ancestries are a combination of breeds. In the U.S., cats of mixed-breed origins are typically called domestic shorthair (or longhair) cats, and in Britain they use the fun term \u201cmoggies.\u201d For more cat breed insights, check out our article on cat breed questions you\u2019ve always wondered about<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Unique Cat Breeds<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve mentioned some of the most popular breeds, but which breeds have unique characteristics? There\u2019s the Bengal who has spots like its wild cat cousins. And the LaPerm who has a soft and springy curly coat. Or the Turkish van who loves to play and swim in water!<\/p>\n

Best Cat Breeds?<\/h2>\n

Well of course, we can\u2019t say which are the best cat breeds \u2014 it\u2019s the one that you own, right? The breed that fits your personality and lifestyle, or often, the mixed-breed shelter cat who picked you!<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve read the \u201cofficial\u201d breakdown of the most popular breeds of cats, so what\u2019s the most popular cat breed in your household?<\/p>\n

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