Breed Profile

Hairless but not loveless! Sphynx cats are curious breeds who make amazing pets. They’ll fill your heart and home with love. Know more about their unique characteristics.

Meet the mini leopard—Bengal cat! Know for their fascinating origin and how they become one of the most loved cat breeds.

Recognised by The Feline Club of India (FCI) as Classic Longhair (CLH), but in normal world they are known as Traditional Persian Cat/Doll Face. Tom, my CLH, is blue and white by colour, huge giant by size and he is as timid as rabbit by temperament when it comes to playing with other kittens as young as 45 days old.  

Bengal Cat is considered as designer breed who epitomises wild look of a leopard and temperament of a domestic cat. In virtue of my fascination this breed demands less attention and care as compared to others like Persians. Let’s see what all it takes to make Bengal a unique breed. In December 2016, my cat took part in a cat show held in Nashik where I met my elder brother and my mentor…

Have we ever wondered why cats do not welcome us with that jumpy dance or frantically wag their tails, to announce their immense joy on seeing us? Dogs are extremely loving and very vocal at displaying their affection! Cats, on the other hand, are not really affectionate. They tend to prefer their own space and independence. As a cat parent how often have you heard this comment? I have…

Lockdown was a difficult phase for everyone. But for pet parents the positive thing to look for was their companionship. Reiterating in our 100th issue that responsible pet parenting is the way to go! Find out how Koko and Kaito made Emma’s lockdown more adventurous and full of positivity. When lockdown struck in March with the outbreak of the COVID – 19 virus, we needed to stay at home in…

Maine Coon is very new to India. It is estimated that there must be only around 25 Maine Coons in the country. Let’s learn about the unique features and demeanor of this beautiful sociable breed. Maine Coon is considered to be one of the largest domesticated cat breeds. She has a distinctive physical appearance and valuable hunting skills. She is one of the oldest natural breeds in North America,…

Cats are majestic, classy and super curious. Get mesmerised by these eight breeds of feline beauties from across the world and know more about their amazing attributes. SIBERIAN – Agile and intelligent Siberian is a natural breed and has been around for at least as long as recorded history. Agile and intelligent, this cat breed is hefty, sturdy with medium longhair, good temperament and…

Cats are majestic, classy and super curious. Get mesmerised by these 16 breeds of feline beauties from across the world and know more about their amazing attributes. Khao Manee – Devoted & intelligent She is a natural breed originated from Thailand. Her short, glistening white coat is complimented by their jewel like eye colours which comes in any shade of blue, green, gold or odd. She is…

They’re majestic, classy, and super curious. Get mesmerised by feline beauties and their various breeds from across the world and know more about these amazing beings The always alert Abyssinian Abyssinian is a cylindrical, short-haired breed with a ‘ticked’ tabby coat like that of squirrels and wild cats in which individual hairs are in different colours—red, ruddy, blue and fawn. Her…

Choosing the right breed of cat is so important. If you want to have a Persian cat but are worried about maintenance, then there is a perfect breed for you known as Exotic Short Hair, also known as Lazy Man’s Persian. Tracing back to origin An experiment was done by the breeders to get a breed with all features and temperament like Persians but with a short dense coat and who requires less…

A ‘house tiger’ in the truest sense, the Bengal is truly a unique cat breed. Breeders of this breed go for a bit of wild cat blood, with wildcat hybrids like Bengals or Savannahs proving the latest craze in the world of breeding! Just what is a hybrid cat and what needs to be taken into account when giving a home to a wild cat cross? This breed provides all answers. The pairing of wild cat…

Singapura is an elegant, muscular, affectionate, intelligent and inquisitive cat. She is an ideal companion! If you are blessed with a Singapura, you will definitely ask for more! As the name suggests, Singapuras originated from Singapore. In the mid 1970s, cat breeder Tommy Meadow brought them to America. They are now capturing the hearts of their pet parents across the world. Charming…

Exotic Shorthair has a sweet teddy bear look with fur much easier to maintain and groom. Sharing life with this beautiful and affectionate cat is always a bond to remember. Let’s find out more about this amiable exotic breed. Exotic Shorthairs are termed as ‘Lazy Man’s Persians’ for these breeds were bred to make a perfect pet for pet parents who are looking for the laid back personality.…

If you are looking for a cat breed who will wait for you patiently and be happy when you get back home, then what you need is a Ragdoll in your life! Ragdoll is famous for two things—one, she has amazing appearance, magnetic and capturing blue eyes. Two, the strong bond she develops with her pet parent. As a pet parent who shared life with dogs and has been breeding Ragdolls for almost 12 years I…

A large and muscular breed with relatively short, fine-boned limbs and fast reflexes, Chartreux is one of the rare domestic cats from France. This breed is unique with her blue (grey) water-resistant short coats which are often slightly spongy in texture. Due to the structure of her head and tapered muzzle, Chartreux often appears to be smiling. Chartreux is mentioned for the first time in…

Savannah is a cross breed of domestic Siamese cat and Serval, a medium-sized, large-eared wild African cat. The unusual cross became popular among breeders in the late 1990s and The International Cat Association (TICA) accepted the cat as a new registered breed in 2001 and as a ‘championship breed’ in 2012. Savannah is an extraordinary breed with exotic look of wild cat but personality and care…

The Scottish Fold is a breed of domestic cat with a natural dominant-gene mutation that affects cartilage throughout the body, causing the ears to ‘fold’ bending forward and down towards the front of the head, which gives the cat who is often described as an ‘owl-like’ appearance. Let’s find out more about this unique breed of cat. The first recorded appearance of the spontaneous mutation…

If you have ever met a Highlander you will understand why this breed is wonderful, loving and playful. Highlander is considered as rare breed and her popularity grew over the last few years. Let’s know more about this playful cat. Distinct characteristics of Highlander, such as fun-loving and playful, make her a wonderful breed, an ideally suitable pet for families with small children.…

Living with a Burmese can be interesting. However, if you want a quiet, undemanding lap cat then Burmese is not for you. Burmese likes to think she is helping you with the household chores as she jumps in the bags as you put your shopping away or gets tangled in the sheets as you try to change the bed. All this is done in good natured fun. Burmese loves her human family and can be…