Cats are wonderful and affectionate animals that you can’t help but love them.

However, being a first-

time cat owner means that you are not used to having a cat around with that in mind, you cannot go
around picking any cat that pleases the eye. With so many different cat breeds out there, various
behaviors and personality should also be considered.

If you are a first-time cat owner, you would probably choose a cat breed that would make your life
easier. You should strive to get the best cat breeds to make your first experience fun and worthwhile.
There are several traits that cats that are suited to beginner cat owners and also easy to adapt to. The
following is a list of the best cat breeds for first-time cat owners.

Maine Coon

Weight: males weighing 12-15 lbs, female weighing 9-12 lbs

Height: 10-16 inches
Lifespan: 10-13 years
Attention needs: moderate, high
Tendency to shed: High
Coat: Shorter on the shoulders and longer on the stomach, smooth, shaggy
Color: Most commonly brown tabby, but other colors and patterns are possible
Overall grooming needs: high

The Maine coon was a popular mouser, farm cat, and ship’s cat, as far as the early 19 th century.
Today, this good-natured and affable feline adapts well to many lifestyles and personalities. These cats
are considered social, friendly, and very outgoing. They enjoy playing with fetch and will retrieve small
balls, toys, or wadded-up pieces of paper. Maine coons are perfect for owners who like dogs but want
cats. They also make great travel companions if you love traveling.

Though they are the largest breed of domestic cats, these kitties have more going for them than
size; they are also referred to as “gentle giants”. These brown tabby cats are gentle which makes them a
good house companion plus they still retain their skill as a mouser. It is one of the best cat breeds for
apartments. The only disadvantage that comes with the cat is the fact that they don’t love being alone
when the owner is away. This kitty might be a perfect addition to families that can supplement her with
affection and love.

Siamese

Weight: males weighing 11-15 lbs, female weighing 8-12 lbs

Height: 8-10 inches
Lifespan: 11 to 15 years
Attention needs: moderate, high
Tendency to shed: Low
Coat: Short, fine, glossy
Color: Seal point, chocolate point, blue point, lilac point
Overall grooming needs: low

If curiosity does kill the cat, then it is a miracle that this cat is still here. The Sophisticated
Siamese wears her elegant mask in pale evening wear with chic black accessories and tanzanite-blue
eyes. Aside from their stylishness, this breed is endlessly curious and inclined to be smartest cat among
breeds. Their intelligence is forever getting into mischief with their inquisitive nature making them
explore every corner of the house. This breed may respond better than others to training and many
owners report that their Siamese cats can do tricks.

These kitties are also very talkative and demanding. Do not get a Siamese if living with a chatty
busybody would drive you insane. The Siamese’s recognizable short and silky coat usually doesn't
require much grooming — comb her short coat, trim her nails, and brush his teeth, and you should be all
set.

American shorthair

Weight: males weighing 11-15 lbs, female weighing 8-12 lbs

Height: 8-10 inches
Lifespan: 15-20 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: Moderate
Coat: Short
Color: White, black, blue, red, cream and silver, plus various patterns and shadings
Overall grooming needs: Moderate

These cats make up about 95% of all the cats in the US. Surprisingly, the cat comes in eighty
patterns and colors, and it is a pedigreed version of the Domestic Shorthair. This cat is relatively friendly
and easygoing and will make a great family cat. She is also known to be super sweet with kids and dogs,
so she could be an especially good fit for you if you already have babies in your life. This is a placid cat
but one that doesn’t especially like being carried around therefore she is not as demanding for attention
as some of the other indoor breeds and is more independent.

Along with her loving personalities, she is low-maintenance; she needs combing or brushing a
couple of times a week to remove dead hair and distribute skin oils. She is also healthy cats rarely
needing medical care other than her annual check-ups with your veterinarian so it will save your wallet
from vet bills.

Sphynx
Weight: males weighing 8-12 lbs, female weighing 6-9 lbs
Height: 8-10 inches
Lifespan: 8-14 years
Attention needs: High
Tendency to shed: Low
Coat: Hairless, though some have a fine down
Color: White, black, blue, red, cream, chocolate, lavender, cinnamon and fawn, plus various patterns and
shadings
Overall grooming needs: Low
Think of a strange and unusual cat breed and Sphynx is bound to come to your mind. This
hairless Sphynx is an example of the cat breed that come about accidentally. Behind her unique
features, this little guy loves attention from people. She is really friendly and a social cat that has loads
of energy and loves to play with other cats and also humans. When she is not receiving the attention,
she unleashes her curiosity and energy. She might seek high places, chasing a bug; do anything just to
get herself into mischiefs. It is important to provide a company with this cute feline if you are gone
during the day.
Despite her bald body, a Sphynx still has fine, gossamery hairs that are barely felt or seen but
requires grooming as other cats with fur. Her skin must be kept moisturized with a gentle, lotion or oil,
and she needs weekly baths to maintain healthy and clean skin. Due to her lack of fur, she will actively
seek warm areas, including laps, computers, or under the covers.

Persian

Weight: males weighing 11-15 lbs, female weighing 8-12 lbs

Height: 8-10 inches
Lifespan: 15-20 years
Attention needs: moderate
Tendency to shed: High
Coat: Long, thick, glossy
Color: White, blue, black, red, cream, chocolate, lilac
Overall grooming needs: high

If you're looking for a cat with a relatively low activity level and long flowing coat, the Persian
might be the right cat. They’re popular cat breed, both because of how beautiful they are and also
thanks to their sweet personalities. They are dignified, docile cats and are known for being quiet and
sweet. They enjoy sitting in laps and be petted by their favorite people. Persians are sweet but picky;
they reserve their affections for family members and chose few guests who they can trust fully.
However, if you treat the Persian cat with dignity and gentleness, they will return you with their total
loyalty and dedication.

The most important thing to consider when owning a Persian is her need for daily grooming.
That long and beautiful coat of her doesn’t get tangled-free on its own. Pay attention to behind the
Persian’s ears, under the armpits, and around the rump and legs as mats collect faster in these areas.
Though grooming this fluffy fellow might be a pain in the neck but it is worth it.

Scottish fold

Weight: males weighing 9-13 lbs, female weighing 6-9 lbs

Height: 10-12 inches
Lifespan: 9-12 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: High
Coat: Longhair — medium-long; shorthair — medium-short, dense, plush
Color: White, black, blue, red, cream and silver, plus various patterns and shadings
Overall grooming needs: Moderate, high

This cat breed is also unique; they have a selective breeding mutation of ears that are folded
inwards giving them an ear-less look. Besides those distinctive ears, Scottish folds are known to be
sensitive, expressive, and active. Scottish folds are calm cats with a friendly nature that love a good bit of
lap time. These are smart and moderately active cats that enjoy teaser toys that test their agility and
challenge their intelligence. They are loyal and loving. They love human companionship and aren't afraid
to request it in their quiet way. They will expect you to play with them when you get home from work.

They get their name from their folded ears. Their large eyes give them a pretty distinct look.
Most of the cats in this breed have a very dense coat, both short and longhaired type. They still need
weekly brushing to remove dead hair and distribute skin oils. Although as a rule, they are quite cats and
not very talkative you do get some that are.

Ragdoll

Weight males weighing >12 lbs, female weighing >12 lbs

Height: 9-11 inches
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: High
Coat: Long, Silky
Color: Frost, Blue, Chocolate, Seal, Red, Lilac, Bluecream, Cream
Overall grooming needs: Moderate, high

If looking for a cat that can melt in your lap, then Ragdoll is what you are looking for. They love
their people, greeting them at the door, following them around the house, and snuggling in bed
whenever given the chance. So if you’re looking for a 12-pound semi-long-haired BFF who’s stuck to you
like glue, this could be your soul mate. Though docile, but Ragdolls are not inactive. They can be taught
different tricks, including fetch and come.
 Ragdolls are known for their striking blue eyes and luxurious, medium-long length coat but have
little undercoat which means it is less likely to mat and shed, but that doesn’t mean that grooming is not
necessary for this breed. Be sure to comb this fluffy friend twice a week, especially the fur on its legs; it
is likely to mat. Ragdolls are nice manners and are easy to live with, their sweet presence is already
enough to make you happy along rough day of work.

Exotic shorthair

Weight: males weighing >12 lbs, female weighing 8-12 lbs

Height: 10-12 inches
Lifespan: 8-10 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: High
Coat: Medium, Long, and Straight
Color: White, black, blue, red, cream, chocolate, lilac, Golden Cameo, Tortoiseshell, Bluecream, Brown,
Lilac Cream, Calico and silver
Overall grooming needs: High

If you are looking for a cat with the Persian look but daunted by the breed’s high-maintenance
daily grooming requirements, Exotic shorthair is the right cat for you. Like the Persian, the Exotic is
sweet, docile, and quiet, but the cat is friendlier, more active, and more curious compared to their
Persian siblings; they are more suited to an active family. They enjoy battling at toys for as long as you
will play with them but they are also capable of entertaining themselves when their favorite people are
busy.

The Exotic, known as the “lazy man’s Persian” because she shares the Persian’s sweet face, has a
short, plush, easier-to-care-for coat but grooming is less necessary compared to Persians. Weekly
grooming should suffice to maintain the coat, free of tangles and mats. Other Exotic’s needs are simple:
regular meals, a little playtime with a catnip mouse or feather teaser, and lots of love, which is returned
many times over.

Birman

Weight: males weighing 9-12 lbs, female weighing 6-10 lbs

Height: 8-10 inches
Lifespan: 9-13 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: High, moderate
Coat: Medium to long
Color: Seal point, blue point, chocolate point, lilac point
Overall grooming needs: Moderate
 A Birman is easy to spot by its distinctive blue eyes as well as its sweet brown nose. She is a
docile, quiet cat who loves people and will follow them from room to room. Despite her calmness, she is
a smart cat and is curious enough to explore the environment. She enjoys being held and will relax in her
parent’s arms like a furry baby. She is also adaptable in families because of her patience and tolerance.

While the Birman looks absolutely fluffy and huggable, this is absolutely a low maintenance
breed. Like the Ragdolls, they lack an undercoat; but unlike the Ragdolls, the Birman is easy to groom.
She only requires occasional brushing as her fur does not mat or tangle. The Birman also has stunning
blue eyes set on a round face that is hard to resist with a Roman-shaped nose.

British Shorthair

Weight: males weighing 12-18 lbs, female weighing 9-15 lbs

Height: 12-14 inches
Lifespan: 12-17 years
Attention needs: Moderate
Tendency to shed: Moderate
Coat: Short, plush, dense
Color: Blue, white, black, red, cream, smoke, silver and golden, plus a variety of patterns and shadings
Overall grooming needs: Moderate, high

Unlike other cat breeds that will spring into action, the British Shorthair stays calm as a
cucumber. But it is not also a lap cat, it will prefer to sit beside you than to be carried or snuggled. The
British Shorthair cat has a quiet voice and is an undemanding companion but she is a fiercely loyal,
loving cat and will attach herself to every one of her family members. When they become mature, they
tend to be couch potatoes. They are rarely destructive and their manners are those of a proper
governess.

The British shorthair has a smooth and short coat which is simple to groom; weekly brushing
should suffice and the bath is rarely necessary. Despite her heavy boning and musculature, make certain
she keeps a proper weight and does not get out of condition. She must get adequate exercise.
Interactive play may be necessary to keep the breed in good shape. Because British Shorthairs are
considered to be one of those expensive cats, they are prone to be stolen. It is a good idea to keep a
British shorthair as an indoor-only cat to protect her from diseases and dangers.

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