Depending on the organization, there are between 45 and 73 types of registered show-breed cats, so if you’re looking for a kitty that’s been judged to be close to the physical ideal for its breed ...

While large cats can at first glance look intimidating, they’re really just big-hearted softies who adore their humans. Although some are low-energy breeds who will be quite content to snuggle up on a ...

While you’ve likely heard of the ragdoll and the Persian, there are many types of rare cat breeds that you may never have come across before — and all of them make wonderful companions. Although ...

Not all cats with black and white fur look the same. In fact, there can even be a lot of differences visually between two ...

The most expensive cat breeds were created through decades, sometimes centuries, of breeding for specific traits. Today, you can find a cat with leopard spots or with the size and temperament of a ...

Cats have a reputation for being independent, and some breeds require relatively little human attention. Vicki Jo Harrison, president of the International Cat Association (TICA), suggests that while ...

Cats are, without a doubt, one of the most adorable and lovable creatures on earth. These cute little animals are graceful, ...

CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The ...

This is the short-haired version of the Persian. With its squashed face and rounded ears, the exotic shorthair looks more like a cuddly teddy bear than a cat. While having a similar temperament to its ...

Even people who claim to hate cats can't help falling for kittens, with their button noses and playful nature. The problem is kittens grow up fast and while our adult cats are just as wonderful and ...

A recent study looked at different cat breeds to try and determine which live the longest. Burmese and Birman cats topped the list, but it's unclear clear why. Many factors can impact how long a cat ...

There are several cat breeds with the term "rex" in the name. This refers to their coats, which are crimped or curly, unlike most other cat breeds, which have straight fur. The texture of this hair is ...