Best Breed???

[kath00]

Hello,

It is very pleasant to get a kitten because it is cute and full of energy. We can also see it growing up.

Otherwise, there are plenty of adult cats who needs good homes and whose only desire is to be part of your world. They're also cheaper.

If you're getting a cat for the first time, maybe you should take a kitten because it is usually easier to train.

It is cheaper and easier to get a domestic shorthaired cat, which is the "common" cat. Their appearance is more common and their personality is usually well balanced.

You are looking for a purebred cat ?
If yes, there are many personal things to consider before choosing a breed:
- The price
From $100 to $800. It depends on the quality of the cat. By quality we hear "conformity with the established standard"(based on cat's physical appearance). It also depends on the type of breeder, if he is professional or not. An unusual breed like a Munchkin or an Egyptian Mau will be more expensive than something more usual like a Persian or a Siamese. So if you wanna pay less, choose an usual breed and try to find a "non professional but cat-lover" breeder in your region. You can also find purebred cats in some shelters. Or try to find a mixed breed.
-Appearance
You have the choice. Curved or folded ears... Blue, green or yellow eyes... Various types of body... Spotted or tabby fur; grey, orange, white, blue, colorpoint, black, brown, or a combination of these colors.... (personally, I prefer colorpointed cats)...
-Personality
Shorthaired cats are usually full of energy, mischievous playful and very affectionate. They need a lot of attention and supervision(particularly the oriental breeds). But every cat is an individual and has different behaviours.


Here's a few links toward shorthaired purebred cats' profiles(on the pictures, some of the cats look weird 'cause they're champion cats ):
ABYSSIAN (I think they're good cats): http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/abyssinian.html
ORIENTAL: http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/oriental.html
BURMESE(cool breed): http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/burmese.html
SIAMESE: http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/siamese.html
TONKINESE (they're cute ):http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/tonkinese.html
EGYPTIAN MAU: http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/egyptian.html
EXOTIC (shorthaired version of the persian, if you're looking for a more quiet cat): http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/exotic.html
SINGAPURA (very special colours!): http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/singapura.html