Cat Breeds List Uk
As of 2019 the international cat association tica recognizes 71 standardized breeds the cat fanciers association cfa recognizes 44 and the fédération internationale féline fife recognizes 43.
Cat breeds list uk. Home all breeds wallpapers. See the list below for the most popular pedigree breeds in britain if you re thinking of getting a cat always try to start at your local rescue centre. You will also be able to find extensive lists of cats currently for sale in the uk from each profile page. Information on pedigree cats in the uk breeders cat clubs cat shows breed information and standards of points plus two cat charities.
Abyssinian the abyssinian cat originates from africa ethiopia to be precise. Some breeds have both long haired and short haired varieties indicated with an asterisk now available a profile for the lykoi preliminary recognition granted february 2020. 10 most popular. Bengal cats are usually described with an f number such as f2 f3 or f4.
Cats come in all shapes sizes. Breeders of pedigree cats in the uk these breeders register their cats with the gccf. Hopefully this also reflects the amount of rescue cats being given new homes. Gccf recognises 40 different cat breeds of which the most popular currently is the british shorthair.
The asian leopard cat gives the bengal its beautiful and distinctive coat pattern and sleek silky fur. Here you can browse a list of cat breeds or use our selector to find the perfect kitten breeds to suit your lifestyle. It is a slender medium sized cat with a wedged shaped head and a clear deep reddish brown coat. The cat breeds page contains links to all cat breed profiles including information and photos which are sorted alphabetically click on the cat breed title to view the full profile of the cat.
The e version of the gccf sops is availale to download here. Size smallest small medium large largest coat hairless short hair medium hair long hair characteristics hypoallergenic cutest fluffy best house rare wild exotic color white. Click on the cat s picture to see full details about the breed. The most popular choice of cat in the uk is the moggy a cat that does not have a pedigree with 55 of owners having this type of pet.
Two cat charities. It was brought into the uk by british soldiers in the 19th century and it has grown to become a favorite cat among many people. However the list of breeds can largely depend on which organisation you re getting your information from.