15 friendly cat breeds for families

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You are looking for a friendly furry friend that is suitable for family life and likes to cuddle? We present to you 15 cat breeds that might be a good fit.

01.06.2022

15 Friendly Cat Breeds

Are you →looking for a sweet furry friend that is friendly to you and your family and ideally even cuddly and affectionate? Then take a look at our list of the 15 friendliest cat breeds and choose your future dream cat:

Abyssinian

Attentive, playful, and active, the Abyssinian is a cat breed for people with a garden or a cat-safe balcony. They are quite affectionate and love to be with their humans. They enjoy shared activities like food search games, →clicker training or learning tricks.

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British Shorthair

They are calm, people-friendly, and also balanced as indoor cats. The British Shorthair is a very relaxed cat breed that is friendly and open towards its owners and their children. They can be a bit shy around strangers.

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Birman

The Birman is considered very affectionate and people-oriented. Similar to the British Shorthair, it is rather calm and gentle, but also enjoys playing with other cats or cat toys. It feels most comfortable in company, which is why a family with children or other pets is not a problem.

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Devon Rex

She is funny, playful, and lively, but also very affectionate, loyal, and cuddly. The Devon Rex is a rather rare cat breed, which is quite a shame because as a friendly family member, she scores high on all fronts.

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European Shorthair

The European Shorthair is the typical "standard cat" in this country. Her nature is loving, playful, and cuddly. Ideally, she has a garden to romp in, as she loves to lie in wait. As a typical house cat, she is quite robust and gets along well with children.

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Far from ordinary: Your cat deserves only the best, →especially in her bowl. With the various wet food consistencies from Pets Deli, you can make your cat happy every day and feed her healthily and species-appropriately.

Exotic Shorthair

The Exotic Shorthair is a calm furry friend who loves the presence of her humans but doesn't like to be petted constantly. Nevertheless, she is very friendly and just wants to be part of everyday life. For this cat breed, you should pay attention to good breeding, which does not support flat-nosed Exotic Shorthairs.

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Maine Coon

They are fluffy, wild, and adventurous. The Maine Coon is not only happy in a house with a garden but also →on the go while traveling. With her curious and friendly nature, she is open to new experiences, but still forms a strong bond with her humans.

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Persian Cat

Persian cats have a beautiful fluffy coat and belong to the calmer furry friends. Generally, they do not feel a strong urge to be outdoors, which makes them well-suited as indoor cats. They behave friendly and cuddly towards people and children.

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To avoid knots or matting, regular grooming is necessary for long-haired cat breeds like the Persian cat. Weekly brushing should not be skipped!

Ragdoll

With a length of up to 1.20 meters from nose to tail tip, the Ragdoll is definitely a large cat breed. Equally large is her heart, which she loves to give to her humans. They are considered extremely social, lovable, and gentle, which is why they are often referred to as "the gentle giants."

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Russian Blue

With her gray-silver coat and bright eyes, she immediately stands out: The Russian Blue is a popular cat breed, especially among →allergy sufferers. Intelligent and curious, she enjoys being engaged, but can also lie on the sofa and relax for hours. She shows herself to be open and affectionate towards her humans, but can also like to hide when visitors come.

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Siamese Cat

Siamese cats look delicate and elegant, but are robust and clever furry friends who like to experience things. They are very sociable and suitable as family cats and for keeping with other pets.

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With a clicker or the right treats, they can be wonderfully motivated for tricks or other games. The right motivation is essential for successful →cat training!

Somali Cat

The Somali is friendly and loving, but also quite enduring and active. A house with plenty of cat furniture and a garden is definitely advantageous for this breed. The people-oriented Somali cat is very curious and always wants to know what her owners are up to.

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Siberian Cat

Loyal, open-minded, and smart - the Siberian cat is a great family member and a friendly pet for children. She loves to be touched and also enjoys playing around. Equally important to her are a quiet spot on the sofa and extensive petting.

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Sphynx

Among the lovers of naked cats, the Sphynx is a well-known and popular breed. Everyone knows about her extremely loving and friendly nature. She is attentive and affectionate and loves her humans very much. As a hairless cat, she trusts her owners to keep her warm and clean.

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Turkish Angora

With her white coat and bright eyes, the Turkish Angora is a true sight to behold. Character-wise, she also enchants with her playful and people-oriented nature. She enjoys food search games and is generally considered very cheerful and friendly.

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