To call a woman a cat means to compliment her. After all, cats are associated in most people with grace, grace and independence.
And now, please, remove your furry and not so pets from our blue screens. Because now we show a photo top 20 most beautiful cat breeds. And those who are not on the list will probably want to take revenge on us directly in slippers.
Of course, the concept of “beauty” is very subjective. Therefore, in the selection of candidates for the title “Most Beautiful Cat Breeds” we were guided not only by personal preferences, but also by the judgment of authoritative publications such as Business Insider, as well as the opinion of Judge Joan Miller of Cat Fanciers ’Association. As a result, we got the top 20 breeds that are likely to cause admiring "oohs" and "aahs" among cat lovers. All participants in the list are distributed in random order, since they are all good in their own way.
20. Turkish Angora (Angora cat)
This graceful long-haired cat has come a long way: from the descendant of a domesticated wild African cat to a completely white and multi-eyed animal, which was recognized as one of the national treasures of Turkey. However, now in the photo of the most beautiful cats you can often see not a snow-white Angora, but a cat of white-red, white-gray or other color. But pure white representatives of the breed are less and less.
Turkish Angora is curious, loves to "talk" with people, and often instead of meowing it makes uterine purring sounds without opening its mouth.
19. Russian blue cat
This is an elegant, and at the same time muscular cat with a slender body, a wedge-shaped head and shiny emerald green eyes. She is an excellent Pied Piper, distrustful of strangers, very affectionate and playful with children (she does not release her claws), and she behaves delicately and meekly with the owners. An ideal pet for both an apartment and a private house.
18. Persian cat
“This breed is the epitome of ethereal beauty,” says Joan Miller. Calm, dignified Persians know that they are beautiful, and take admiration for them for granted. However, if you do not look after their luxurious long hair, then the photo of one of the most beautiful cats in the world will resemble a nightmare: a fallen down, huge collar from which you can see huge eyes.
17. Siamese cat
To stroke these elegant beauties with bright blue eyes and color-point color, once only nobles and members of the royal family of Siam (modern Thailand) could. They were forbidden to export outside the country.
In 1871, Siamese cats donated to the English consul by the King of Siam appeared at England’s first Crystal Palace National Competition. Journalists immediately called them "unnatural nightmare cats." However, ordinary Englishmen did not agree with the press. They were struck by the unusual color of the animals. Currently, Siamese cats have about 40 coat color options.
It is curious that representatives of the Siamese-oriental group can change the tonality and pitch in order to convey their feelings and desires to the owner.
16. Pixie-Bob (Short-Tailed Elf)
Do you want a miniature, affectionate and faithful lynx running around your house? Then get a cat of the breed pixie-bean, which translates as "short-tailed elf." This breed, artificially bred in 1995, is the result of the crossbreeding of domestic and wild Canadian and American forest cats.
The result is a cat that is superbly trained, has high intelligence, and is very attached to its owner. And at the same time has the appearance of a lynx, only small. The beauty, right?
15. Cornish Rex (Cornish Rex)
Under the fragile elegance of these slender, long-legged cats, a muscular and hardy body hides. “Cornish Rex is considered the most elegant of all cat breeds,” says Joan Miller, “and this is always evident with his movements.” High cheekbones, oval eyes and huge ears give Cornish Rex charm, they want to be ironed and ironed.
14. Bombay cat
Bombay resembles a cat from the jungle. And this is no coincidence, because the Bombay cats were originally conceived as miniature black panthers. Breeding a “clean” Bombay cat lasted four generations. It is difficult to resist, not to call such a pet Bagheera.
13. Maine Coon
The royal size and thick, fluffy hair make Maine Coon one of the most beautiful cat breeds in the world. Like other fluffy Maine Coon breeds, they need good cat food, with lots of vitamins and minerals.
Maine Coons are as loyal and friendly to people as dogs. Unlike many other domestic cats, they never require constant attention from the owner. These affectionate giants adapt to any environment, they are quiet and at the same time playful. An excellent option for a home with children who already understand that you should not grab the “kitty” by the mustache and tail.
12. Abyssinian cat
One of the oldest cat breeds in the world. Its representatives have huge expressive eyes and a beautiful textured color, for which the Abyssinians are called "sunny cats".
Abyssinian cats are one of the most beautiful and fun in the world. They are energetic, thin, muscular and very similar to cats depicted in ancient Egyptian murals. Do not expect these cats to sit quietly on your lap, they need movement and entertainment.
11. Burmese cat
Silky hair, bewitching blue eyes, fluffy fluffy tail - all this is about a Burmese cat. Kittens are born white, and then their hair acquires its own unique shade.
One of the most beautiful cats in the world also has a beautiful legend associated with the appearance of the breed. A group of white cats lived in one of the Buddhist temples, guarding a golden statue of a goddess with bright blue eyes. Unfortunately, the main priest of the temple was killed by robbers. One white cat approached the priest, stood on his head and changed before the eyes of the astonished defenders of the temple. The eyes of the beast turned blue, the hair was golden, and the tips of the paws became white, like the hair of a murdered monk. Obeying the gaze of a magical animal, the monks gathered courage and managed to drive the robbers out of the temple. And the cat was next to the body of its owner for 7 days, after which he died and exalted the soul of a monk to paradise. Since then, all sacred Burmese cats have a characteristic color, supposedly blessed by a goddess.
10. Siberian cat
This elegant cat has a long, fluffy coat, ideal for keeping warm in severe Siberian frosts. Well, or in conditions when the heating season has already begun, and the batteries in your house are still cold. But the temper of Siberian cats is not severe at all, they are gentle, kind, and very smart animals.
9. Bengal (Felis silvestris catus) (Prionailurus bengalensis)
In appearance, this cat with a golden orange color is a real mini-leopard. Black or chocolate spots are visible all over his body. The movements of Bengal are full of grace, and in the character traits of a wild beast and a domestic cat intertwined. These animals are loyal to the owners, contact, and at the same time adore hunting games. They are happy to run after a piece of paper or a toy mouse.
A Bengal breed appeared as a result of a cross between a domestic black cat and a wild Bengal cat named Malaysia, which biologist Gene Mill bought as a kitten.
8. Ragdoll
Cats of this breed are known for their blue eyes, magnificent fur coat and large size. Ragdoll is a very affectionate, playful, loyal domestic cat who loves to follow the owner to any corner of the house. These cats are smart enough to tidy their claws while playing. They are also known for welcoming you on the doorstep of the house like guard dogs.
7. Scottish Fold (Scottish Fold)
Thanks to the wide muzzle and bent ears, these cats look very cute and touching.
Unlike adult cats, Scottish fold kittens have straight ears. They begin to bend forward and down three weeks after birth. There are both long-haired and short-haired Scottish cats.
6. Toyger
Leopards and panthers in our photo rating of the most beautiful cat breeds in the world have already been. Now it's time for the tigers. Toyger breed is so named because its representatives are similar to toy miniature tigers. They weigh from 4 to 6 kilograms.
It is very difficult to find toygers outside the United States. The toy cat breed is still “under development." Unique tiger stripes are randomly distributed over the light orange torso of these cats. Toygers are muscular, have small rounded ears and a long tail. Unlike their “big brothers,” they are playful, easily trained, and like to communicate with people.
5. Norwegian Forest Cat
These cats are distinguished by their magnificent long hair, which makes them similar to Maine Coons and Siberian cats. The neck of the Norwegians is surrounded by a chic fur collar, which is their hallmark.
These animals can entertain themselves if the owners are busy. They are very smart, friendly, but do not like “hugs” and kisses. But Norwegian forest cats are very supportive of stroking and scratching.
4. American curl (American curl)
An elongated muzzle, large eyes of a special shape, giving the look a slightly surprised expression, small bent ears with rounded tips and woolen tassels inside the sink - these signs will immediately distinguish the American curl from other breeds.
American curls are one of the most affectionate and gentle creatures in the world. To be in the spotlight, these cats are ready to perform various tricks, for which they were even called "clown cats." They do not tolerate loneliness.
3. Nebelung
This is a very rare breed of cats, which is a long-haired variety of Russian blue. The breed received the name in honor of the “generation of fog” from the Germanic epic “Song of the Nibelungs”.
The Nibelungs have a beautiful blue coat with silver tiping, large green eyes and sharp ears. They do not adapt well to changes in the house, but they are strongly attached to family members and like to sit on their knees.
2. Munchkin (Munchkin)
The first thing that comes to mind with the word “munchkin” is short paws. These funny looking cats are very funny and smart. Because of their short legs, it’s hard for them to jump, but “dachshunds” run fast. Instead of rising to its hind legs and looking around, the munchkin will sit on his seat and firmly rest against his tail. In this position, he can sit for a very long time and looks like a kangaroo because of the front paws hanging on the sides.
1. Turkish van (Van Kedisi)
The snow-white fur combined with the red-chestnut color of the tail gives these cats a unique charm. And if you succumbed to the charm of a Turkish van and have already thought about buying a kitten, then keep in mind: when bathing a pet you will have a very difficult time. His fur absorbs water completely.
Many representatives of the Turkish Van breed have an imprint in the shape of a human finger on their left shoulder. According to legend, a cat on a Noah's ark killed a mouse created by the devil, trying to gnaw a hole in a ship. For this, the cat received God's blessing. The Lord laid his hand upon her.
If your cat's breed is not on this list, do not be discouraged. Beauty, as you know, is in the eye of the beholder. So look at your cat. Isn't she the most beautiful in the world?
