What Kind of Cat Am I?

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Just face it—life as a cat would be pretty purrfect. You’d get to spend over half the day catching some ZZZs, you’d get tons of love and affection from your owner, and you’d have the most adorable toe beans. Which type of cat would you be in this imaginary scenario, though?

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Questions Overview

1. Pick a seat:
  1. A giant bean bag that I can snuggle up in.
  2. An overstuffed couch that takes up the entire room.
  3. A rocking chair.
  4. A swinging bench on the front porch.
2. Your friend offers to grab you a drink. What do you ask for?
  1. An energy drink. Time to liven things up!
  2. Juice or soda. I’m in the mood for something sweet.
  3. Anything’s fine. I want to be surprised!
  4. I’ll just grab the drink myself.
3. What’s your favorite day of the week?
  1. Saturday. There are endless opportunities for adventure!
  2. Friday. I have all night to stay up late with my friends.
  3. Sunday. I can spend all day recharging at home.
  4. Any day I can spend with my bestie is my favorite.
4. You just got the aux cord in the car. What tunes are you putting on?
  1. Pop
  2. EDM
  3. Classic rock
  4. Lo-fi
5. What’s your favorite type of fish sandwich?
  1. Salmon-cucumber sushi rolls count, right?
  2. A classic tuna fish sandwich.
  3. A lobster roll.
  4. A bagel with whitefish.
6. What type of book is on your to-read list?
  1. Something thrilling, like “Gone Girl” or “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”.
  2. Something wholesome, like “The Little Prince” or “The Secret Garden”.
  3. Something educational, like a language-learning or travel-related book.
  4. Something classic, like “Animal Farm” or “Of Mice and Men”.
7. How would your friends describe you in two words?
  1. Loyal and kind.
  2. Adventurous and curious.
  3. Independent and individualistic.
  4. Friendly and relaxed.
8. What would you do if you got stuck in a tree?
  1. Climb to a higher branch. There’s so much to explore!
  2. Hang out for a little while. I’m in no rush to get down.
  3. I’ll try and find my own way down. I don’t need help!
  4. Like I’d ever get stuck in a tree. The joke’s on you!
9. Pick a famous kitty:
  1. Garfield
  2. Tigger
  3. The Cat in the Hat
  4. Hello Kitty
10. Choose a song about cats:
  1. “Everybody Wants to Be a Cat” - The Aristocats
  2. “Cool Cat” - Queen
  3. “The Meow Mix Jingle” - Tom McFaul
  4. “Phenomenal Cat” - The Kinks
11. What’s the very best thing about cats?
  1. Their independence.
  2. Their sense of affection and loyalty.
  3. Their playful energy.
  4. Their chill vibes.
12. Pick a spot to take a cat nap:
  1. Curled up next to my best friend.
  2. In the middle of my bed.
  3. On a hammock outside.
  4. Anywhere that looks comfortable.

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A Complete Guide to Cat Breeds and Colorings

Popular Cat Breeds

  • American Shorthair
    • Weight: 8 - 12 lbs (3.5 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 20 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Intelligent, independent, quiet
  • British Shorthair
    • Weight: 6 - 12 lbs (2.5 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 20 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Calm, affectionate, amiable
  • Exotic Shorthair
    • Weight: 9 - 12 lbs (4 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Relaxed, quiet, affectionate
  • Maine Coon
    • Weight: 8 - 20 lbs (3.5 - 9 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Carefree, placid, active
  • Ragdoll
    • Weight: 15 - 20 lbs (7 - 9 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 25 years
    • Color/pattern: Color points
    • Temperament: Calm, devoted, easygoing
  • Persian
    • Weight: 7 - 12 lbs (3 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 20 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Quiet, loving, easygoing
  • Devon Rex
    • Weight:7 - 12 lbs (3 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 20 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Loyal, affectionate, fun-loving
  • Abyssinian
    • Weight: 8 - 10 lbs (3.5 - 4.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: Warm brown, burnt red, brown-red, blue-beige
    • Temperament: Active, loving, engaged
  • Sphynx
    • Weight: 8 - 10 lbs (3.5 - 4.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 15 - 20 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Curious, active, amiable
  • Siamese
    • Weight: 5 - 8 lbs (2.5 - 3.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: Light fur with color points
    • Temperament: Noisy, active, persistent
  • Bengal
    • Weight: 6 - 12 lbs (2.5 - 5.5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns (like rosetta)
    • Temperament: Active, affectionate, inquisitive
  • Scottish Fold
    • Weight: 6 - 13 lbs (2.5 - 6 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 14 - 16 years
    • Color/pattern: A variety of colors and patterns
    • Temperament: Easygoing, laid-back, loving
  • Russian Blue
    • Weight: 7 - 13 lbs (3 - 6 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: Blue
    • Temperament: Fun-loving, quiet, agile
  • Bombay
    • Weight: 6 - 11 lbs (2.5 - 5 kg)
    • Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
    • Color/pattern: Black
    • Temperament: Sweet, playful, curious


Common Cat Colorings

  • Solid: All of the fur is a single, solid color
  • Tabby: A stripe or brindle pattern; can occur with a variety of fur colors and combinations
  • Tortoiseshell: Random color pattern featuring shades of cream, red, and black fur; cats with a unique color distribution but a tabby coat pattern are known as “torbies”
  • Calico: A mixture of cream, red, and black fur (considered a subset of tortoiseshell)
  • Van: Mostly white fur white splotches of color around the tail and head
  • Tuxedo: White fur on the paws, neck, stomach, feet, and chest (and occasionally on the face)
  • Mitted: Completely solid fur with white feet
  • Locket: Completely solid fur with a white splotch around the chest area
  • Harlequin: White fur covered with a couple of big patches of colorful fur
  • Color-point: Specific areas or “points” of fur are darker because of a genetic mutation
  • Bi-Color: About half of the cat’s fur is white, with the other 50% being a distinct color
  • Rosette: A repeated rose pattern (similar to a jaguar or leopard’s fur)

Want to learn more?

Thinking about getting a kitty of your own, or just want to learn a little more about the world of cat breeds? Here are a few resources to help you get started:

Reader Success Stories

  • Cynthia A.

    Cynthia A.

    Jul 23

    "I'm so happy I got American shorthair cat! it's my fav breed!"
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