7 Cat Breeds That Are Cuddly
Are you looking for a furry friend that also likes to be touched and petted? Then take a look at these 7 cat breeds. They are considered particularly social, affectionate, and cuddly. Many of them are also great → furry family members and are not easily disturbed by children.
It's best to warm up your fingers for petting, because here come the 7 cuddliest cat breeds:
1. Persian Cat
2. British Shorthair
3. Burmese
4. Siamese
5. Maine Coon
6. Chartreux or Maltese Cat
7. Ragdoll
Note that of course any other cat breed also likes to have its belly rubbed by its caregivers. Similarly, a cat breed labeled as cuddly is no guarantee that it will want to cuddle with you around the clock. Even cuddly cats can be active, need to be → trained, and engage in some battles with the scratching post. If you prefer a cozy house cat that can also be kept as an indoor cat, take a look at → our list of calm cat breeds.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Manche Katzen sind einfach verschmuster als andere. Die Erfahrung lehrte uns jedoch: Mit dem Alter werden viele Samtpfoten verkuschelter.
The Key to Cuddling: The Bond
A trusting foundation and a strong bond between you and your cat create the basis for extensive cuddling sessions. When your cat → rolls onto its back in front of your feet, it's the international sign for: Time for a belly rub, but quickly! Such → signs of affection make our hearts race, as they show that our furry friends really love us - no matter how cold-hearted they can sometimes be.
Even if you've chosen a cuddly cat breed, you should not assume that it will want to be cuddled by you on the very first day → of moving in. A bond between you and your furry friend develops over time. This includes shared experiences like [→ learning cool tricks](/magazin/katzen/katze-erziehung/deiner-katze-tricks-beibringen-mit-und-ohne-clicker) or wild [→ play sessions](/magazin/katzen/katze-erziehung/so-beschaftigst-du-deine-katze-in-zeiten-von-corona) with a teaser wand. A home where your furry friend feels comfortable and safe**, with cozy retreat spots, is also important. And of course, a → tasty food that they receive regularly from you.
You can particularly sneak into your house cat's heart by catering to their preferences for cat food. Because let's face it - cats are little divas, and every furry friend likes something different in their bowl. We at Pets Deli have long understood this and therefore focus on a → wide variety of textures in our wet food options. Try out different options and find the new favorite food with purring factor.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Unser schmackhaftes Katzenfutter - weil Liebe durch den Magen geht!
Your Cat Is Shy? Here's How to Make Her More Trusting!
Your kitten has moved in with you and, contrary to your expectations, she is quite shy? That's nothing unusual at first. Our furry friends are, so to speak, in their blood to be a bit more cautious in new situations. Of course, there are also more confident cats that boldly and bravely dive into every new situation - but a little caution can sometimes be beneficial. But don't worry, we will help you break the ice between you and your new roommate:
Create Retreat Spots for Her
Setting up retreat spots for your cat when you actually want her to come to you more often sounds counterproductive at first. But safe spaces are very important for cats and give them security! Ideally, your cat should have several of them, elevated retreat spots, cave-like hiding places, and rooms where she can hide.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Vor allem junge Kitten können anfangs noch recht scheu sein und sich öfter mal verstecken. Hab Geduld, sicherlich wird das Eis zwischen euch bald brechen.
Don't Pressure Your Cat
If your kitten initially reacts fearfully to certain situations and hides under the sofa when you vacuum for the first time or have guests over, let her stay there for now. Don't pressure her and don't try to forcibly lure her out of her hiding place. The retreat spots are safe spaces that we should only invade in emergencies.
We humans often think that it helps the shy cat if we take care of her a lot and pamper her as much as possible. However, it is often the case that shy cats withdraw even more. If you leave her alone, she will come out of her hiding place out of curiosity on her own.
Calm Contact Initiation
Finally! Your shy house cat has mustered all her courage and comes out of her hiding place. Now, don't go directly to the cat or try to lure her. Just continue with your daily routine. Even if it is difficult: Don't stare at her the whole time and don't follow her around.
If your kitty makes contact with you, speak calmly to her and let her sniff you. You can also slowly squat down and extend your hand towards her. She may back away at first. Just wait a moment calmly; she will surely curiously sniff your hand.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Manchmal ist ein bisschen Hilfe notwendig, um deine Katze um die Pfote zu wickeln. Unsere Creme Snacks sind die idealen Vertrauens-Booster.
Of course, you can also hold out a treat in your hand and offer it to your cat. Feeding from the hand strengthens the bond and shows your kitty that there is no danger from you. If she confidently and boldly takes the treats from your hand, you can also gently pet her while she eats.
Snacks Straight to the Heart - Our Treats for Your Cat
More Petting and Play Sessions
Phew... it has surely been a tough journey for you so far, as you had to hold back quite a bit. But don't worry, now comes your big moment! Because now you will surely notice that your once shy cat is retreating into her hiding spots less and less and instead comes to you more often, perhaps even rubbing against your legs to see if you have a tasty treat for her.
Of course, you shouldn't turn into a mere food dispenser, so now you can start to deepen your bond by inviting her to fun play sessions with a teaser wand or anything that crinkles and is fun. It's important that you let your cat win sometimes, meaning let her catch the feathers on the wand, so she has a success experience and her confidence is boosted.
Also, petting is now more often possible, for example, when you are lying on the sofa in the evening and your furry friend cautiously approaches you. When it's feeding time, crinkle the packaging a bit louder. Your house cat will willingly let you pet her and allow you to rub her head - this way, she gets used to being touched.
