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Cats by breed

What each breed is really like to live with, from the breed clubs and veterinary sources that know them. Written for adopters, not buyers.

B

Bengal6-12 lb (VCA); medium to large, males notably larger than females; full physical maturity by about 2 years British Shorthair6-12 lb (VCA); CFA says males can reach 17 lb with females somewhat smaller; full size at about 3 years

D

Domestic LonghairMedium build; VCA lists 11-22 lb Domestic ShorthairMedium; VCA lists 11-22 lb for the domestic long/short hair type, and individuals vary widely

M

Maine CoonLargest pedigreed cat; VCA lists 8-20 lb with males up to 20 lb and bodies up to 40 inches long; CFA says males commonly reach or exceed 20 lb

P

Persian7-12 lb (VCA); medium to large, cobby and heavy-boned

R

Ragdoll15-20 lb (VCA); CFA says mature males commonly reach or exceed 20 lb, females smaller; full size and weight at about 4 years Russian Blue7-13 lb (VCA); CFA notes males rarely exceed 10 lb and females run 5-8 lb

S

SiameseMedium; VCA lists 5-8 lb, long and lean Sphynx8-10 lb; medium-sized with sturdy boning and a rounded belly