Following are some of the best cat breeds to keep as pets in Pakistan
1. Persian Cat:
The
cat breed known for its beautiful long and soft fur are Persian cats. As
compared to feline cats, Persian cats require more care and attention. They
have a flat or punched face with round, beautiful big eyes. They are short in
height and have round bodies. They are elegant and sweet animals with fur that
requires a lot of care such as brushing and removing the knots gently. If not
removed, they can become irritating and sometimes painful for them. However, this
breed is very friendly, but has a low activity level. They enjoy lying around
the house and like to get cuddles from their owners. These are one of the best
options to keep as pets at home as they are not very demanding and have a soft
and loving social nature.
2. British Shorthair:
The
breed with a short but dense furry coat and round face are the British
shorthair. They are also known as the teddy bear cats. Their fur comes in
different color combination but the most commonly found combination is silver
and blue. They have tails of medium to long length that is round at the end. If
you are looking for a cute furry fellow that is fun to be around then British shorthair
is the right cat to keep as pet. They are very calm and affectionate and love
to interact with the owner once bonded. One of the things they dislike is being
carried around of holding them in ones lap. However, they’ll follow you around
the house and also desire their alone time making them the perfect breed for
families that need to go out for work. They are low maintenance as they have
shorthair and do not require much grooming.
3. Siamese Cat:
Siamese cat is an Asian breed that comes in
two forms; the traditional or modern Siamese cat. They are mostly silver and
grey with sleek body appearance and beautiful round blue eyes. It is one of the
oldest domestic cat breed mainly from Thailand. They are not the quiet ones and
have a high tendency to vocalize. They are very loving, playful, intelligent
and entertaining. They are not suitable with people that live a busy life and
do not have much time to spend with their pet. You’ll find them in your lap
when you sit and next to you when you go to bed. They have a demanding and
social personality best for the people who would love to have a cat as their
best friend.
4. Munchkin Cat:
Munchkin
cats have the cutest face with short legs and furry tail that makes them look
adorable. They have a social, energetic and cuddly personality and are friendly
towards other pets such as cats or dogs. They are fun to be around as they are
very playful and only vocalize when they need to. They have a distinct look and
can be expensive due to their rare appearance. Munchkin cats come as short hair
with dense coat or long hair with silky long fur. They love spending time with
humans when not busy playing with their toys or exploring their surroundings.
Cat trees that are low to ground and scratchers can be bought by the owner to
keep them happy and help explore the heights. Munchkin cats are the right
choice for people who love to have cuddly, fun loving cats that sit in your lap
and keep you company.
5. Himalayan Cat:
A
cat that is big in size with a heavy body and short tail and ears is the
Himalayan cat. It loves to run around the house and roll on the floor due to
their playful personality. They are mostly friendly around everyone and love to
sleep in bed. They require high grooming as their fur is easy to tangle. They
are very devoted and loving towards people. However, they require extra health
care as they are prone to many dental issues as well as dieses such as heat
sensitivity, kidney problems and etc. Himalayan cats need to be kept in-door as
they are not compatible to outdoor environment. Living with children and dogs
can sometimes give them anxiety.
