Top 10 Friendliest and least Friendly Cat Breeds

According to: http://www.petmedsonline.org/

This is information only, not the opinions of the Blogger or Blogger's dear owner. Please feel free to comment on what/who you purrsonally feel is the most or least furiendly. Give examples if you wish! I myself purrsonally would be listed under the "Least" furiendliest, but that is MY nature for I am just an alley kat! This website has many "Top 10" lists for dogs and cats.
Friendliest:

#10: Chantilly/TiffanyThe Chantilly/Tiffany breedcan be described as moderate in personality. Simply stated, it means the Tiffany is neither lazy or overactive, a trait many cat owners find desirable. They are affectionate, loyal, and friendly, although just a little wary around strangers.

#9: SomaliThe Somali is one cat that likes to be noticed. You won't find him hiding on the top of the entertainment center, he would much rather be on your lap giving affection. Some Somalies are so affectionate, they will choose human contact over food! They also tend to remain playful all their lives, having just as much fun with toys as kittens do. As a Somali owner, expect to have your cat beside you at all times.

#8: RagdollRagdolls are well known for their intelligence and loyal nature. They have many "puppy" like characteristics, will easily learn their name and come when called, and love to play and give affection. The males are among the largest of cats, some weighing up to 15 pounds. That's pretty big in the cat world! Overall, the Ragdoll is an ideal house pet.

#7: PersianThe Persian has long been known as the aristocrat of catdom! They are most known for their thick and luxurious coat, large eyes, and short but sturdy-legged body. It is because of this body type that the Persian has a "slow moving dignity" about them, making them a quiet and relaxed pet, unexcelled for it's decorative value! Persians are among the most affectionate and loyal of cats. Throughout the years, they have consistently ranked as one of the most popular cat breeds ever

#6: ManxThe Manx breed are primarily known for "tailless" gene. Essentially, different Manx cats can be born with different sized tails, or even no tail at all. Despite this, Manx are extremely athletic. They have very powerful back legs that enable them to accelerate quickly, and jump to surprising heights. Like many of the cats on our list, the Manx tend to bond strongly with their owners, but may have difficulty with moving to a new home.

#5: Maine CoonThe Maine Coon cat has a long, thick coat and the temperament of the Domestic Shorthair. The Coon cat was so named in the mistaken belief that it was half raccoon. He has far less undercoat than the Persian and is much less inclined to suffer from mats and tangles. This is a good thing, as Coon cats are very active and excellent "ratters". In fact, they were originally bred to control the rat populations on Maine farms.

#4: BurmeseThe Burmese breed is split into two sub-categories: British Burmese and American Burmese. Both tend to form strong bonds with their owners, and are attracted to any kind of human activity. Burmese are very playful, and will even retrieve items for their masters. Many also display kitten-like characteristics well into their adult life.

#3: BirmanThe great thing about a Birman is how balanced the cat is in regards to its personality. They are definitely a "people's cat" who bond strongly with their owners. The Birman is another cat who enjoys greeting his owners when they arrive home. They have a curious nature and are one of the most intelligent cats.

#2: Exotic ShorthairExotics are essentially the Persian breed, with a short-haired coat that is much easier to maintain than the coat of a regular Persian. Not surprisingly, Exotics have inherited their gentle ways and tame personality from their Persian ancestors.

#1: AbyssinianNumber one on our list is the Abyssinian (right), a cat with a distinctive, powerful grace, and rather wild beauty. The ruddy or red coat is short, soft and thick. Unlike most other breeds, the Aby is fond of water and can be an excellent swimmer. Some say that the Aby is so intelligent, they train their owners, instead of their owners training them! But you will never find a cat more loyal and affectionate with people. Unfortunately, Abyssinians can be difficult to breed, and therefore are hard to find and relatively expensive to buy.

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Least Friendliest:


#10: SingapuraThe Singapura actually originated on the streets of Singapore. Apparently many Malaysians aren't that crazy about Singapuras, and many of these "street cats" may have been treated poorly by humans over the years. This may explain the breeds reluctance to interact with strangers.

#9: SphynxThe Sphynx breed of cat came into being over 40 years ago in Toronto, Canada, when a domestic cat gave birth to an almost hairless kitten. Although known as hairless, Sphynx's do have a little bit of hair, that resembles and feels like peach fuzz. They tend to be demanding of their owners.

#8: Scottish FoldThe Scottish Fold's ears are derived from a genetic abnormality that "folds" the ears forward. Although they do interact with humans quite a bit, it is usually for their own needs i.e. food, rather than an attempt to give affection. We imagine quite a few Scottish Fold owners may disagree with this assessment! (Do not be upset Misty, not my opinion)

#7: SiameseThe Siamese is arguably the oldest of our "modern" cats, and are consistently ranked as one of the most popular cat breeds. Their beautiful wide set eyes are one of its most attractive features. Most people who own a Siamese would argue that they're the friendliest cat in the world, not one of the least friendliest! But because the Siamese tend to bond strongly with only one human, they may be a little less affectionate towards others, especially strangers and children.

#6: KoratThe Korat is an Asian breed, in fact they are the most popular cat in Thailand today. Korats are known for their sleek, silver-blue coat and huge expressive eyes, which are a sparkling blue-green at maturity. They tend to be spooked by sudden loud noises, and are quite passive around children, which could be mistaken for "unfriendliness". Be prepared to hear your Korat's voice often, especially when he doesn't get his way!


#5: Egyptian MauThe Egyptian Mau is known mostly for its unique spotted coat. It is one of the only domestics cat available with this characteristic.Maus will bond strongly with their owners, but tend to be a bit shy around strangers. They are very protective of their toys and will actually growl at anyone who tries to remove them!

#4: CymricThe Cymric is among the oldest of domestic breeds of cat. They are somewhat like dogs - they will play fetch and growl at unidentified disturbances - and love to sleep in high places. They tend to be quite aloof when it comes to children, strangers, and dogs. Again, this attitude may be mistaken for unfriendliness.

#3: BombayThe Bombay breed of cat has a very striking appearance, looking somewhat like a mini-panther with its sleek coat and stunning copper eyes. They are generally a quiet breed who love affection. Bombays tend to be extremely sensitive to loud and sudden noises, and it is probably for this reason that they are a bit wary of children and the outdoors.

#2: BengalThe Bengal is a cross between the wild Asian Leopard and domestic cat. They are extremely energetic, love the water, and demand affection! There were some reports of difficulty with the Bengel's temperament in its early days of development, with the cat still displaying some of the "wild" characteristics of its ancestor (i.e. scared of humans). But with selective breeding this "wildness" is slowly disappearing. As with any cat, you should meet the kitten and its parents to evaluate their character before making a purchase. (Yep...Miss Bangles!!)

#1: American WirehairSitting at number one on our list is the American Wirehair ,so named for its dense, resilient and springy coat, that feels similar to steel wool to the touch. The Wirehair's unique coat was the result of a natural genetic mutation. This breed is quite rare, routinely selling for $1000 and more. The Wirehair can be quite reserved and quiet, and some may equate this "laid back" attitude with unfriendliness. Despite all this, the Wirehair is still a great pet that is easy to care for.

Itis all Purrsonality and Catattude I say!
Purrs,
Pepper the Cheetah