The Havana Brown was the result of a planned breeding between Siamese and domestic black cats, by a group of cat fanciers in England, in the 1950s. Early breeders introduced a Siamese type Russian Blue into their breeding. However, using current genetic testing, it is believed that almost none remain in the gene pool.

Tonkinese is a domestic cat breed produced by crossbreeding between the Siamese and Burmese. The best-known variety is the short-haired Tonkinese, but there is a medium-haired (sometimes called Tibetan) which tends to be more popular in Europe, mainly in the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France.

The Ocicat is an all-domestic breed of cat which resembles a wild cat but has no wild DNA in its gene pool. The breed is unusual in that it is spotted like a wild cat but has the temperament of a domestic animal. It is named for its resemblance to the Ocelot.

The American Shorthair (ASH) is a breed of domestic cat believed to be descended from European cats brought to North America by early settlers to protect valuable cargo from mice and rats. According to the Cat Fancier’s Association, in 2012, it was the seventh most popular pedigreed cat in the United States.

The American Bobtail is most notable for its stubby “bobbed” tail about one-third to one-half the length of a normal cat’s tail. This is the result of a genetic mutation affecting the tail development, similar to that of a Manx cat.

The Chartreux is a rare breed of domestic cat from France. They are known for their blue (silver-grey) water-resistant short hair double coats and copper-colored eyes. Chartreux cats are also known for their “smile”: due to the structure of their heads and their tapered muzzles, they often appear to be smiling. Chartreux are exceptional hunters and are highly prized by farmers.

The Singapura is one of the smallest breeds of cats, noted for its large eyes and ears, brown ticked coat and blunt tail.

The Ragamuffin is a variant of the Ragdoll cat and was established as a separate breed in 1994. Ragamuffins are notable for their friendly personalities and thick, rabbitlike fur.

The LaPerm’s fur is curly (hence the name “perm”), with the tightest curls being on the belly, throat, and base of the ears. LaPerms come in many colors and patterns. LaPerms generally have a very affectionate personality.

The Siamese cat is characterized by blue almond-shaped eyes; a triangular head shape; large ears; an elongated, slender, and muscular body; and point coloration. The International Cat Association describes the modern Siamese as affectionate, social, intelligent, and playful into adulthood, often enjoying a game of fetch. Siamese tends to seek human interaction and also like companionship from other cats.

The Manx is a cat breed originating in the Isle of Man with a naturally occurring mutation that shortens the tail. Many Manx have a small stub of a tail, but Manx cats are best known as being entirely tailless; this is the most distinguishing characteristic of the breed, along with elongated hind legs and a rounded head.

The Burmilla is a breed of domestic cat which originated in the United Kingdom in 1981. It is a cross between the Chinchilla Persian and Burmese breeds. Standards were produced in 1984, and the breed gained championship status in the United Kingdom in the 1990s.

The Balinese is a long-haired breed of domestic cat with Siamese-style point coloration and sapphire-blue eyes. The Balinese is also known as the purebred long-haired Siamese since it originated as a natural mutation of that breed and hence is essentially the same cat with a medium-length silky coat and a distinctively plumed tail.

The Ragdoll is a cat breed with a color point coat and blue eyes. They are best known for their docile and placid temperament and affectionate nature. The name “Ragdoll” is derived from the tendency of individuals from the original breeding stock to go limp and relaxed when picked up.

The Birman, also called the “Sacred Cat of Burma”, is a long-haired, color-pointed cat distinguished by a silky coat, deep blue eyes, and contrasting white “gloves” or “socks” on each paw.

Egyptian Maus are a small- to medium-sized short-haired cat breed. Along with the Bahraini Dilmun cat, they are one of the few naturally spotted breeds of a domesticated cat. The spots of the Mau occur on only the tips of the hairs of its coat. It is considered to be a rare breed.

The Somali cat is often described as a long-haired African cat; a product of a recessive gene in Abyssinian cats, though how the gene was introduced into the Abyssinian gene pool is unknown.

The Turkish Angora is one of the ancient, natural breeds of cat, having originated in central Turkey, in the Ankara region. The breed has been documented as early as the 17th century and is believed to be the origin of the mutations for both the coloration white and long hair.

The Siberian is a variety of domestic cat, present in Russia for centuries, and more recently developed as a formal breed, with standards promulgated since the late ’80s. They range in medium to medium and large.

Sphynx is a breed of cats native to Canada and is known to have no hair. The gene responsible for their nudity is hereditary alopecia and is recessive.

Maine Coon is considered the oldest long-haired American breed, in addition to being the largest of all cat breeds in the world. It was recognized as an official breed in the US state of Maine, where it was famous for its ability to hunt rats and tolerate harsh climates.

Norwegian Forest is a breed of wild-looking cats from Norway. The breed is very good at climbing, since they have strong claws. The lifespan is usually 14 to 16 years, though kidney and heart diseases have been reported in the breed. 

The American Curl is a breed of cat characterized by its unusual ears, which curl behind the face towards the center of the back of the skull. The ears of an American Curl should be handled with care, as rough handling can damage the cartilage of the ear.

The Bengal cat is a recent breed of American cat, which originated from the selective cross between domestic cats and the Asian leopard cat, which inhabits regions near the Bay of Bengal – which can also be domesticated, although a license is required in most countries.

Bombay is a breed of short-haired and black cats, originally from the United States of America. The story of this breed begins when the American Nikki Horner decided to create a cat that was the miniature of a black panther.

Persian is a breed of domestic cat originating in Iran, ancient Persia. It is known for its striking appearance, long coat, and flat muzzle.

The British Shorthair is best known for its gray coat and vibrant yellow eyes. It is probably the oldest breed of cat, and one of the most popular.

The Japanese Bobtail is a breed of domestic cat with an unusual “bobbed” tail more closely resembling the tail of a rabbit than that of other cats. The variety is native to Japan and Southeast Asia, though it is now found throughout the world. The breed has been known in Japan for centuries, and it frequently appears in traditional folklore and art.

Scottish Fold is a breed of domestic cat native to Scotland. Cats of this breed naturally have a mutant dominant gene, which affects the cartilages of the body, and produces folded ears.

The Exotic Shorthair is a breed of cat that has the appearance of the Persian cat, but with short hair. It was the result of the cross between the English short-haired cat and the American short-haired cat with the Persian cat.