14 Cute Cat Breeds Anyone Will Love

When looking for your next furry feline friend, there are so many cat breeds to explore and consider. Each breed differs in personality type and physical characteristics. Some cats are quite large, while others are tiny. Some prefer their privacy, while others are the ultimate snugglers. No matter which type you prefer, all cats are adorable. But these, in our opinion, are the cutest ones out there.

Munchkin

Munchkin cats look like your average house cat, but they have very short legs. Their legs give them a unique look that cat-lovers all over the world can appreciate. Despite their short and stout stature, munchkins are quite active.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 6 to 9 pounds
• LENGTH: A foot and half
• COAT AND COLOR: Short-haired with a plush coat or long-haired with a silky coat in any color variation
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 15 years

Ragdoll

Large and in charge, the lovable Ragdoll cat is sleek and beautiful with a friendly and affectionate personality. The Ragdoll is one of the largest domestic cat breeds out there. Their size can be intimidating, but Ragdolls are actually very docile.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: Up to 20 pounds (male); 10 to 15 pounds (female)
• LENGTH: 17 to 21 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Medium-length and silky coat; colors vary widely
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years or more

Maine Coon

Another large cat breed, Maine coons exude elegance. They have long, sleek coats that come in a variety of color combinations. They’re great with kids, other pets, and people of all ages.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 9 to 17 pounds
• LENGTH: 3 feet, head to tail
• COAT AND COLOR: Long, double coat that comes in more than 75 color combinations
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years

Scottish Fold

The most unique characteristic of Scottish fold cats is their small, folded ears. But their unique ears aren’t this breed’s only cute attribute. Scottish folds have a sweet and friendly personality, and they love to show love to their family members.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 5 to 11 pounds
• LENGTH: 10 to 30 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Short coat in many colors, including tabby, tortoiseshell, and calico patterns
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 11 to 14 years

Russian Blue

As its name suggests, Russian blues have blue coats and come from Russia. While their coat may look gray in color, cat experts can tell you that it is, in fact, blue.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 7 to 12 pounds
• LENGTH: About 2 feet
• COAT AND COLOR: Short, blue coat
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 15 to 20 years

British Shorthair

British Shorthairs have adorable, rounded features that will instantly make you fall in love. One of the oldest English cat breeds, it is calm, gentle, and quiet. This breed is sometimes referred to as the British Blue because of the stunning blue coat some of the cats exhibit.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 7 to 17 pounds; males are typically larger than females
• LENGTH: 22 to 25 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Short and dense coat. Colors include solid white, black, red, cream, and blue.
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 16 years

Bengal

If you’re looking for a domesticated cat that looks strikingly like its big-cat relatives, the Bengal is for you. This breed is a hybrid, a cross between an Asian leopard cat and a domestic house cat. While they stay relatively small, they maintain that wild look.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 8 to 15 pounds
• LENGTH: About a foot and a half
• COAT AND COLOR: Short coat. Spotted or marbled coats with patterns outlined in black, chocolate, or gray/silver
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 16 years

American Bobtail

American Bobtails are unmistakable. They have short, stubby tails and the look of a wildcat. Despite their wild looks, American Bobtails are actually quite sweet and affectionate. They’re sometimes referred to as the Golden Retrievers of the feline world.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 7 to 16 pounds
• LENGTH: Varies
• COAT AND COLOR: Short to long shaggy coats that come in any color or pattern
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years

Birman

The Birman cat breed has a pointed coat that comes in six different colors, but almost always has white-socked feet and magnificent blue eyes. They have long, beautiful coats and a friendly personality.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 10 to 12 pounds
• LENGTH: 15 to 18 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Long and silky with seal, blue, red, chocolate, cream, and tortie colors
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years

Manx

Cat lovers describe the Manx breed as almost dog-like because of its playfulness and strong loyalty. Manx cats don’t have tails, which is probably their most unique feature. While they may be lacking in the tail department, they certainly are not lacking in personality.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 8 to 12 pounds
• LENGTH: 14 to 16 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Short-and long-haired varieties with coats in white, blue, black, red, cream, silver, tortoiseshell, bluecream, and brown
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14 to 16 years

Persian

This beautiful cat breed has become one of the most popular breeds in North America. Relatively little is known about the Persian breed’s history, but they are thought to have originated in Persia in the 1600s.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 7 to 12 pounds
• LENGTH: About 14 to 18 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Long, solid coat (white, black, cream), tabby, calico, bi-color, silver and gold, shaded and smoke, and Himalayan)
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 17 years

Norwegian Forest Cat

Affectionately called “wegies,” the Norwegian forest cat has a beautiful long coat and an affectionate personality. These elegant cats are believed to be the cats of the Vikings, and the breed’s history can be traced back to Norse lore.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 13 to 20 pounds
• LENGTH: 12 to 18 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Long, double coat with colors ranging from white, black, red, cream, tabby to cinnamon
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14 to 16 years

Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian mau is the only naturally occurring spotted domestic cat. It’s also the fastest domestic cat breed. This breed looks striking and exotic, and its intelligence and fun-loving personality makes it a wonderful pet.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 6 to 14 pounds
• LENGTH: Up to 24 inches
• COAT AND COLOR: Medium-length, spotted coat in silver, bronze, or smoke with spots produced by color on the tips of the hairs
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 15 years

Ragamuffin

Ragamuffins are big, docile lap cats. Their silky coats are extremely plush and sleek, a benefit to them, as they love attention and lots of pets.

Breed Overview

• WEIGHT: 8 to 20 pounds
• LENGTH: Up to 33 inches long
• COAT AND COLOR: Long, silky coat in white, black, blue, red, lavender, cinnamon, chestnut, platinum, or chocolate
• LIFE EXPECTANCY: Up to 18 years