Cats have lived with man as long as he has been civilized and in ancient Egypt they were worshiped and treated as deities, mumified bodies of cats were found near the Great Pyramids. Just like dogs they are very sought after as pets and companions. Cats are very clean, they don't need to be taken for a walk when it rains or is cold outside and they can be very cuddly. Their lovely fur is usually very soft and a delight to stroke, especially with pedigree cats that have long hair.
Maybe you already have a feline friend or even a dog. Choosing a cat breed that is a compatible match and can fit into the dynamic of a home with cats and other pets can be challenging. You would want to see your cats happy and harmonious. Therefore you need to understand the nature of cats.
Each breed has different personality types and the purer the breed the more distinct these will be. Cats are very independent creatures, but there are certain breeds that are more like dogs, the cats are very affectionate and docile. They follow you around and just love to lie on your lap or even better in your bed under your blanket when you sleep.
On the other hand there are breeds that are still a bit on the wild side. Some are more aggressive and difficult to manage. Some get on great with other cats and others just want to fight all the time or ignore the other feline companions.
The other thing you might want to consider is the size of the grown up cat. The Maine Coon Cats, for example, grow to be quite big, in fact some of them become enormous. The smallest cat in existence is the Teacup Cat. It is really tiny and practically fits into a teacup, hence its name. It is not good to mix these breeds and certainly dangerous for the dwarf cat.
You can compare breeds through a veterinarian directory or surf the internet to provide you information about all breeds and how they interact with others. There are many books available that describe the different breeds and personalities. You could also ask your veterinarian, if he has knowledge of cat breed issues.
Cats make lovely pets and are not very demanding. Especially pedigree cats love human company but can just as well entertain themselves. Some are very talkative like the Siamese Cats for example and some are very quiet. Each cat breed is different, but the cats are all very intelligent.
Choose your new family member with care to enjoy a home of harmonious and happy pets.
Lizzy MacDowell is an expert in cat well being and can be found at:
http://catbreedplus.com/
Lizzy has spent many hours nursing cats back to health and countless days taking cats to and from veterinarians. She would not change the experience and love that a feline friend can give or share for anything in the world.
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