![]() These sweet, playful cats have powerful builds and strong jaws to catch and hold prey. The American Shorthair has held on to the number eight spot. They Aby was one of CFA’s foundation breeds also recognized since 1906. ![]() Agile and interactive, these cats have a ticked tabby pattern that gives them a unique wild look. Number seven, once again, is the Abyssinian, which is often compared to the hunting cats of ancient Egypt. Most popular in blue, the Brits also come in many other colors. Number six is the British Shorthair, known for its incredibly dense coat and gentle demeanor. These outgoing, cuddly creatures have soft wavy coats, expressive eyes and huge batwing ears that give them the look of little pixies. The elfin Devon Rex has moved up a notch to fifth place. Persians were recognized by CFA in 1906 as a foundation breed of the cat fancy. In fourth place is the Persian, much loved for its luxurious long coat, refined features, expressive round eyes and easygoing temperament. Exotics are so popular in the show ring that they were recently broken out into six different competitive divisions, based on color and pattern. Developed as an easier-care alternative for lovers of the Persian type, this breed has a shorter coat that is plush, dense, and full of life. The Exotic was recognized by CFA in 1967 and is ranked third this year. The largest of all pedigreed cats, these magnificent, shaggy-coated cats were first recognized by CFA in 1976, but their history goes back to Civil War days. READ ALSO: The Lion King dominates top cat names of 2019Ĭommonly called the “gentle giant,” the Maine Coon Cat has moved up to second place. First recognized an official breed by CFA in 1998, Ragdolls come in three distinctive patterns, all with intense blue eyes and a mellow disposition. (CFA), which has been dedicated to preserving the unique attributes of each cat breed since 1906, now registers 45 pedigreed breeds as well as spayed/neutered non-pedigreed domestic shorthair and longhair cats, which are recognized under CFA’s Companion Cat World program.įor the third consecutive year, the Ragdoll, a large, longhaired cat with a soft, plush coat, is number one. However, registrations of ALL cats have increased substantially, reflecting the growing popularity of pet cats since the beginning of the pandemic. ![]() This year’s Top 10 list reflects the increasing popularity of certain breeds. ![]() The world’s largest registry of pedigreed cats has again determined the world’s most popular cat breeds, based on registrations. ![]()
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