Cat
Felis catus
Breeding facts
Clutch / litter size
1 – 12
Incubation / gestation
~63 days
Breeding season
Year-round
Litter size typically 4-6 kittens. Gestation averages 63-65 days. Queens can cycle multiple times per year.
Breeds
Recognized breeds with dedicated trait profiles and registry information.
Abyssinian
Slender, athletic breed with a distinctive ticked coat. CFA and TICA recognized. Curious and highly active, one of the oldest and most popular shorthaired breeds.
American Bobtail
Medium to large breed with a naturally short, stubby tail. CFA and TICA recognized. Intelligent, interactive, and adaptable with a wild appearance.
American Curl
Medium-sized breed distinguished by unique ears that curl back from the face. CFA and TICA recognized. Affectionate, playful, and available in longhair and shorthair varieties.
American Shorthair
Medium to large, sturdy breed developed in the United States. CFA and TICA recognized. Adaptable, even-tempered family cat with a variety of coat colors and patterns.
American Wirehair
Spontaneous mutation from the American Shorthair with a distinctive crimped, wiry coat. CFA recognized. Easygoing, adaptable, and quiet.
Balinese
Longhaired variety of the Siamese with the same points and vocal personality. CFA and TICA recognized. Graceful, curious, and highly affectionate.
Bengal
Athletic, striking breed developed from crosses with the Asian Leopard Cat. TICA recognized. Known for a distinctive spotted or marbled wild-looking coat.
Birman
Semi-longhaired breed with blue eyes, pointed coloring, and distinctive white-gloved paws. CFA and TICA recognized. Gentle, calm, and deeply devoted to its family.
Bombay
Medium-sized, jet-black shorthaired breed developed to resemble a miniature Black Panther. CFA and TICA recognized. Affectionate, social, and easy-going.
British Shorthair
Compact, cobby breed with a dense plush coat and calm temperament. CFA and TICA recognized. Most popular pedigree breed in the UK.
Burmese
Medium-sized, muscular breed with a silky, short coat. CFA and TICA recognized. Affectionate and playful, often described as dog-like in their devotion to owners.
Burmilla
Medium-sized breed with a shimmering silver or golden coat developed from Burmese and Chinchilla Persian crosses. CFA and TICA recognized. Gentle, playful, and sociable.
Chartreux
Robust, blue-coated breed from France with a quiet, observant nature. CFA and TICA recognized. Quick, agile hunter despite its gentle appearance.
Chausie
Large, athletic hybrid breed developed from domestic cats and the Jungle Cat. TICA recognized. Highly active and intelligent with a wild appearance.
Colorpoint Shorthair
CFA breed closely related to the Siamese but recognized in non-traditional point colors like lynx and parti-color. Vocal, affectionate, and highly social.
Cornish Rex
Slender, curly-coated breed with large ears and an arched back. CFA and TICA recognized. Playful, kitten-like throughout life.
Cymric
Longhaired variety of the Manx with the same tailless or short-tailed trait. CFA and TICA recognized. Playful, loyal, and gentle.
Devon Rex
Small, elfin breed with large ears and a short, wavy coat. CFA and TICA recognized. Mischievous, energetic, and intensely interactive.
Egyptian Mau
Medium-sized breed with a naturally spotted coat, the only naturally spotted domestic cat. CFA and TICA recognized. Fast and athletic with a distinctive worried expression.
Exotic Shorthair
Short-coated version of the Persian with the same flat face and sweet temperament. CFA and TICA recognized. Often called the "lazy man's Persian" for its easier coat care.
Havana Brown
Medium-sized shorthaired breed with a rich, warm brown coat and green eyes. CFA and TICA recognized. Curious, affectionate, and people-oriented.
Himalayan
Pointed, blue-eyed longhaired breed developed from Persian and Siamese crosses. Registered as a Persian color variety by CFA. Sweet, gentle, and calm lap cat.
Japanese Bobtail
Medium-sized breed with a natural pom-pom tail unique to each individual. CFA and TICA recognized. Active, intelligent, and revered for good luck in Japanese culture.
Khao Manee
Rare, pure white Thai breed with a long history as a royal palace cat. TICA recognized. Playful, sociable, and highly communicative.
Korat
Small to medium, silver-blue Thai breed with a heart-shaped face and green eyes. CFA and TICA recognized. One of the oldest natural breeds, considered good luck in Thailand.
LaPerm
Medium-sized breed with a curly or wavy coat resulting from a natural mutation. CFA and TICA recognized. Affectionate, active, and gentle.
Lykoi
Partially hairless breed with a natural "werewolf" appearance from a specific mutation. TICA recognized. Loyal and active, more dog-like than most cats.
Maine Coon
Large, sociable breed native to the United States. Known for tufted ears and bushy tail.
Manx
Tailless or short-tailed breed from the Isle of Man with a rounded, compact body. CFA and TICA recognized. Playful, dog-like, and a skilled mouser.
Nebelung
Rare, semi-longhaired breed closely related to the Russian Blue with a shimmering, blue-gray coat. TICA recognized. Gentle, reserved, and loyal.
Norwegian Forest Cat
Large, rugged semi-longhaired breed adapted to cold Scandinavian climates. CFA and TICA recognized. Gentle, sociable, and an excellent climber.
Ocicat
Athletic, large-spotted breed that resembles a wild ocelot but is entirely domestic. CFA and TICA recognized. Social, confident, and easy to train.
Oriental Shorthair
Svelte, elegant breed closely related to the Siamese in a wide variety of colors and patterns. CFA and TICA recognized. Vocal, social, and highly intelligent.
Persian
Long-haired breed known for flat face and calm temperament. One of the oldest recognized breeds.
Peterbald
Slender, elegant Russian breed available in several coat types from hairless to velour. TICA recognized. Affectionate, energetic, and highly social.
Pixiebob
Medium to large breed with a naturally bobbed tail that resembles a North American Bobcat. TICA recognized. Dog-like in temperament, loyal and social.
RagaMuffin
Large, heavily built breed related to the Ragdoll with a plush, rabbit-like coat. CFA and TICA recognized. Calm, gentle, and affectionate.
Ragdoll
Large, blue-eyed pointed breed known for going limp when held. CFA and TICA recognized. Exceptionally gentle, calm, and devoted companion.
Russian Blue
Elegant, quiet breed with a distinctive blue-gray coat and vivid green eyes. CFA and TICA recognized. Reserved with strangers but deeply loyal to family.
Savannah
Tall, athletic hybrid breed developed from the African Serval. TICA recognized. One of the largest domestic cat breeds, curious, and highly energetic.
Scottish Fold
Medium-sized breed known for its distinctive folded ears that give an owl-like appearance. TICA recognized (CFA suspended registration). Calm, adaptable, and affectionate.
Selkirk Rex
Medium to large breed with a thick, curly or wavy coat from a spontaneous mutation. CFA and TICA recognized. Patient, loving, and tolerant.
Siamese
Elegant, vocal breed with distinctive color points. One of the most recognizable cat breeds worldwide.
Siberian
Large, powerfully built semi-longhaired breed from Russia. CFA and TICA recognized. Agile and playful with a water-resistant triple coat; considered low-allergen.
Singapura
One of the smallest domestic breeds with a fine, ticked coat and large eyes. CFA and TICA recognized. Curious, playful, and a natural climber.
Snowshoe
Medium-sized pointed breed with distinctive white feet and an inverted-V facial marking. CFA and TICA recognized. Affectionate, social, and intelligent.
Somali
Semi-longhaired version of the Abyssinian with a full brush tail and ticked coat. CFA and TICA recognized. Playful, curious, and affectionate.
Sphynx
Hairless breed known for its wrinkled skin, prominent cheekbones, and warm, suede-like feel. CFA and TICA recognized. Extroverted, energetic, and intensely social.
Tonkinese
Medium-sized, muscular breed developed from Burmese and Siamese crosses. CFA and TICA recognized. Playful, people-oriented, and an excellent talker.
Toyger
Domestic breed developed to resemble a miniature tiger with bold, mackerel-tabby striping. TICA recognized. Friendly, easy-going, and highly trainable.
Turkish Angora
Elegant, silky-coated breed and one of the oldest natural breeds. CFA and TICA recognized. Intelligent, active, and often bossy.
Turkish Van
Large, muscular semi-longhaired breed from the Lake Van region of Turkey. CFA and TICA recognized. Known for a love of water and a distinctive color pattern limited to the head and tail.
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