We have a Maine Coon mix (Noah) and a Fawn Aby (Micah)...both were rescues.

All I can say is that I know God brought Micah and I together. Most people would see him at the shelter and want him because he's a "pure bred"...I don't think most people would love him for who he is inside (medical issues and all), but for his outside and title. I shuddered each time I saw the look in people's eyes when they saw him...I can only imagine if he'd even be alive if one of those people were allowed to adopt him.

I will always, always have an Aby...they are amazing cats.

As far as wanting a breed of cat...there are a ton of breed specific rescue organizations.