Which cat is right for me? Finding the right cat breed
Your perfect indoor tiger spends the whole day with you cuddling on the sofa, loves the children of the family, and ideally is not too demanding when it comes to grooming? Everyone secretly has a rough idea of the cat they want to share their life and home with. However, even though it is often underestimated with these furry friends, there are big differences in character, needs, and size as well as coat structure. It is important to note that not every cat of a breed is the same; rather, it is about being able to roughly estimate what to expect. With our test, you will surely find out which kitty would win your heart!
Preliminary: A furry friend doesn't like to be alone
Cats are rarely solitary animals. If you plan to keep your furry friend in a species-appropriate way in your apartment, you should also plan enough time, money, and space for another four-legged friend.
Species-appropriate means in almost all cases the joint keeping of at least two cats - regardless of their breed. When buying a young cat, it is therefore practical to adopt a pair of siblings. Reputable breeders usually only sell cats in pairs or ensure that the little kittens are not sold for solitary living. No matter how much you can engage your cat, unfortunately, you will not be able to replace the four-legged friend by her side that she naturally needs. In terms of apartment size, you should always plan for two kitties and not fall below an area of 60m².
Only in rare cases is it justifiable to keep a cat alone in an apartment. This could be, for example, an adult cat from a shelter or animal protection that has been used to living alone its whole life. In all other cases, however, your future indoor tiger needs a companion in the household. If your darling lacks a feline friend, it can manifest in depression, aggression, and destructive behavior.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Zusammen ist man weniger allein: Holst du dir zwei Kitten, können diese zusammen spielen und kuscheln.
→If your young furry friends move in with you, you can start directly with the right food for a healthy cat life and carefree growth. Our junior food provides important proteins and nutrients in the right amount, which is very important for kittens and young cats from 2 to 12 months.
The Best Start to a Four-Legged Life: Discover Our Healthy Junior Food
New territory: These cat breeds are suitable for beginners
You are still not a pro in cat care and want a furry friend that forgives the occasional beginner mistake and practices patience? Well, then the headstrong, very self-confident Savannahs and Bengals are probably not for you, as these four-legged giants require a lot of know-how in terms of occupation, training, and species-appropriate care.
However, these cat breeds will make it easier for you to get started in cohabitation and are ideal for beginners:
What character should your cat have? Wild child vs. calm and cuddly
Every pot has its lid - and because your future cat is supposed to be exactly your lid and not a wild remix that doesn’t quite fit between you, an intensive examination of the various character traits among cat breeds is important.
Playful, talkative, and very active cat breeds
Do you love action, a quick and bright mind, and have the time to exercise your four-legged friend for several hours daily? Do you enjoy "entertaining" your furry friend - while others are bothered by a kitty chattering away all day →making noise, you have the living conditions and the desire to respond as well. Table, couch, bed, cupboard - cats with a lot of energy love to create their own obstacle course and are not really suited for a smaller student apartment - here it can be a bit more spacious. Curiosity is something you greatly appreciate and are ready to go on a discovery tour with your furry friend. If all this applies to you, then an active cat breed is probably the right choice for you.
Calm and relaxed cat breeds
For you, a minute has more than 60 seconds, you would compete with any sloth with your laid-back lifestyle, and you wouldn’t mind spending an entire weekend binge-watching on the sofa? Then a little wild child would probably be your cosmic opponent, and definitely, a →cat breed of the relaxed kind belongs on your lap, one that not only tries to be cozy all day but also follows through. Often, calm cat breeds are also more affectionate and demand a bit more attention for hours of petting than their active counterparts. But still waters are not necessarily free of humor: even the calm kitties are occasionally up for →play and fun.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Abenteurer oder Couchpotato - manchmal liegt es auch in den Genen. Bist auf der Suche nach einer gemütlichen Samtpfote, wirf einen Blick in unsere Liste ruhiger Katzenrassen!
People-oriented, child-friendly cat breeds
For some furry friends, the affiliation with child-friendly cat breeds does not necessarily depend on the degree of activity. Some four-legged friends are more solitary and enjoy their own company, while others love companionship and practically compete with a Labrador. People-oriented cat breeds prefer to be part of the family activities 24/7 and are characterized by their friendly and patient nature. If you plan to introduce a cat to children, you should definitely take a look at this list!
However, keep in mind that cats, like all animals, also need their undisturbed retreat places. To avoid injuries to children and stressed cats, you should slowly introduce your child to the proper handling of a cat and show them how the →body language of cats works.
Outdoor vs. indoor cats
As different as the characters are, so diverse are the conditions for species-appropriate care. If you have a large apartment but hardly any way to safely let your cat outside, a cat breed suitable for indoor living is ideal. In fact, there are breeders who only place their kittens with owners who guarantee indoor living. Why, when these cuddly four-legged friends descend from wild cats? Some cat breeds are better suited to stay indoors due to their very affectionate and calm nature. While any cat can generally be kept outdoors or indoors, depending on the degree of activity, the gentle four-legged friends are more likely to be satisfied with indoor activities than the little rockets among the kitties.
Regardless of a cat's character, the question of a healthy diet remains. It is not always easy to see at first glance what a →healthy and, above all, species-appropriate diet actually consists of. We not only support you with healthy ingredients, but also with transparency: Our cats are family, and we do not hide sugar, grains, artificial additives, or animal by-products in our food. A lot of fresh meat and a small portion of fruits or vegetables can be found alongside aromatic herbs and oils in our food.
Unser Futter für Katzen: ehrlich, gesund, lecker.
Should I choose a short-haired or long-haired cat breed?
As different as cat breeds are in character, so specific are the various coat types. Whether wavy, cuddly like the Maine Coon and Ragdoll or short-haired like Siamese or British Shorthair, you should decide in advance.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Eine lange, kuschelige Haarpracht sieht schön aus, kostet aber auch mehr Zeit, weil das lange Fell eine zeitintensive Pflege benötigt.
Cats with very long fur require intensive daily grooming. Regular brushing and detangling prevent matting and ensure that the coat stays healthy. Additionally, your four-legged friend will then swallow fewer hairballs, which can disrupt digestion and lead to constipation.
Short hair means shorter grooming processes, but it does not mean that your apartment won't be enveloped in loose hairs. Short-haired cats also turn your four walls during shedding into an XXL version of themselves - in terms of hair loss, all coat types are quite similar. Interestingly, neutered and older four-legged friends lose more hair than intact and young ones.
Cat breeds for allergy sufferers: Cats that shed little
Do you absolutely want to have a cat in your life, but are plagued by allergies and fear you won't be able to stop sneezing? Then it is worth looking for a hypoallergenic cat breed that →sheds little. While there is no guarantee that you won't react to the saliva of the kitty, these cats are less likely to trigger allergic symptoms.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Weiches, samtiges Fell, das nicht haart? Durch ihren besonderen Fellaufbau haart die Russisch Blau weniger als andere Samtpfoten und eignet sich auch für Allergiker*innen.
The right cat breed: large vs. small cats
Sometimes size does matter, especially when it comes to the search for a suitable kitty. There can be a difference of 25 cm in height and up to 10 kg between the smallest and →largest cat breeds! While the Singapura, with its approx. 20 cm shoulder height, is one of the smallest cat breeds, the long-legged Savannah can reach a shoulder height of up to 45 cm. You can also weigh the size of a cat breed to see which four-legged friend suits you best.
Meeting a cat's needs
A →good preparation for the cat of your dreams not only includes deciding which character, coat length, and size might suit you. You should also think about the healthy diet of your cat and weigh whether you are living, financially, and also time-wise able to take care of your cat appropriately and species-appropriately. With two cats, not only do financial resources double, but so does the time.
Additionally, after selecting a cat, you should thoroughly research →where to buy your kitten or cat. After that, there is quite a bit of preparation you need to do to ensure your four-legged friend has a safe and pleasant experience with you. For starting with your cat, you should have high-quality accessories, sufficient →litter boxes with litter, food, scratching options, and toys ready. Furthermore, toxic plants for cats should be removed before your cats set foot in their new home for the first time.
With our →Cool Kitten Package, you not only ensure plenty of delicious food, but also provide your four-legged friend with a velvety soft experience in the litter box. Our included natural litter clumps and reliably binds odors.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Das richtige Katzenstreu ist sehr wichtig, wenn es um die Stubenreinheit bei Kitten geht.
Training your cats: step by step to the dream team
So, once you have decided on a four-legged friend, you can utilize their character traits to →train your four-legged friend. Even though one might think that royal cats only do what they feel like, they are still capable of learning →commands and behaviors. No cat is obedient by birth or →likes to be alone, and at this point, your patience and perseverance are required when it comes to "shaping" your cat with the →right training. Once you have gotten to know each other and built trust, nothing stands in the way of your journey to becoming a dream team.
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